Lifesaving Sport FUNdamentals
This is a great introduction to Lifesaving Sport, which involves learning lifesaving skills in a competitive setting. Lifesaving Sport FUNdamentals is an ongoing development program, with of 5 fundamental levels comprised of an obstacle swim, tow with fins, lifesaving medley, throwing accuracy, and object support. This is a great way to bridge the gap between swimming lessons and leadership courses while also developing stronger swimming abilities, staying fit and having fun. Swimmer’s goals vary from skill development to competing at provincial sport events!
Lifesaving Sports Fundamentals
- Team building
- Fair play
- Ethics and focuses on improving overall fitness (including strength, power and endurance)
See Lifesaving Society Fundamental Website
NEW!
This fall, Carleton Athletics will be offering youth a recreational introduction to this growing Olympic sport with the launch of our NEW Lifesaving Sport Fundamentals program—the only one of its kind in Ottawa.
Fall Registration Open Now
Required
- Must be 8 – 13 years old
Prerequisites
- Has complete Swimmer 3
Dates & Times
Summer 2025 (Free Intro Clinic)
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday | August 9 | 12:30 – 1:30pm |
The Intro Clinic on August 9th is FREE
Fall 2025
Each session is 1hr
There are a total of 10 sessions
| Day | Dates | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday(s) | Sept 14 – Nov 30 | 12:30pm | $119 |
No Sessions
On October 12 & October 19
Location
- Pool – Carleton Athletics
Important Notes
- Arrivals for this course should check-in at the Welcome Centre Desk in Alumni Hall
- Note: Lot 5 parking is not Free
- Please arrive 10 – 15 minutes before the start of the class
- Registration is required in advance and space is limited.
Please Note
Refunds or credits for missed private/semi-private or group lessons will not be provided.
Make-up lessons can not be arranged, and substitute (non-registered) swimmers are not permitted.