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Mission Statement
Children's Programs:
1. Develops educated leaders in children/youth physical activity
2. Provides excellent and inclusive recreation/sport and educational experiences to young people
3. Promotes the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management and the University of Manitoba as destinations for post secondary education
4. Contributes to the creation and dissemination of physical activity knowledge.
Vison
To be recognized locally and nationally as a leader in providing evidence-based programs while actively collaborating in the creation and dissemination of physical activity knowledge. Children's Programs develops excellent, innovative leaders and provides stimulating, quality programs for children /youth that reflect the values of inclusiveness, fair play and healthy development.
Aquatics Programs
Please consult the University of Manitoba Recreation Services Program Guide for all adult swimming classes. Contact (204)474-6100 for more information.
Pool Temperatures
Please note that the temperature of the pool is 28ºC. This pool is a training centre for high performance athletes and it must be maintained at this temperature. Due to the annual shutdown of the University’s steam plant from June 12 - 20, pool temperatures will be around 27ºC.
Pool Closures
In the event of an unplanned pool closure, a credit will be placed on the computer file of the swimming lesson participants affected. The credit amount will be for the missed class only and can be used for any Bison Sport and Active Living program for one year. Where possible, every effort will be made to notify parents/participants of the closure.
Please note: Only children 7 and under are allowed in the opposite gender change room.
| SUMMER | Age/Pre-requisite |
|---|---|
| Parent and Tot | Infants-5 |
| Tots 1 | 3-5 |
| Tots 2 | 3-5 |
| Sears I Can Swim | 5-13 |
| Teen I Can Swim | 13-16 |
| Private/Semi-Private Swimming Lessons | All ages |
| Mini Bisons | 6-12 |
| Swim Fit | 11-16 |
| Diving | 6-15 |
| Swim Patrol (Rookie, Ranger, Star) | 8-15 |
| Bronze Star | 10-15 |
| Bronze Medallion | 13+ OR Bronze Star |
| Bronze Medallion Review and Exam | 13+ OR Bronze Star |
| Bronze Cross | 13+ AND Bronze Medallion |
| Bronze Cross Review and Exam | 13+ AND Bronze Medallion |
| NLS Recertification | Successful completion of the NLS program within the last five (5) years. |
