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.

    

Bronze Cross

Steps to Becoming a Lifeguard: Want to be a lifeguard? Here's what you need to do! For all lifeguarding courses, students MUST be available for the exam date (the last day of each program).

After successfully completing Bronze Medallion, the next step is Bronze Cross. Designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training, this program includes an introduction to safety supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross teaches the difference between lifesaving and lifeguarding, the principles of emergency procedures and teamwork. Swimmers receive personal barrier devices and a whistle with registration, and must be available for the exam date.

Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion

Ages: 13+

Materials: Canadian Lifesaving Manual required ($39)

SPRING
DATES DAYS TIME CODE COST
Apr. 13-June 22 Friday 6:00-8:30pm 13507 $296
Apr. 15-June 24 Sunday 10:30am-1:00pm 13508 $296

 

SUMMER
SESSION DATES TIME CODE COST
2 July 16-27 4:30-7:00pm 13556 $296
4 Aug. 13-24 4:30-7:00pm 13558 $296