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The RDCK is committed to offering courses to support the continued growth and succession of lifeguards, swim instructors, fitness instructors and personal trainers in the region. A career in recreation provides valuable leadership, communication and teamwork skills.
Looking to become a lifeguard or fitness educator but not sure where to start? This is your one stop shop for information on how to become a lifeguard or fitness educator, subsidies available and class times.
Interested in accessing subsidies for lifesaving courses? Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, Swim Instructor and National Lifeguarding courses are offered at no cost, until the end of 2025, to reduce the barrier of entry to become a lifeguard.
Subsidized Aquatic Training Opportunities
Check back as new courses will be continuously added.
| Courses Available | Date | Location | Register |
| Bronze Cross Assistant Lifeguard | March 24, 25, 26, 27 | Creston | Register Now |
| National Lifeguard | March 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, & 30 | Nelson | Register Now |
| Bronze Medallion | Apr 4, 5, 11, 12, 26, 27 | Castlegar | Register Now |
| Bronze Medallion | Apr 4, 11, 25, May 2, 9 | Nelson | Register Now |
| Bronze Medallion | May 9, 10, 16, 17, 30, 31 | Creston | Register Now |
| Bronze Cross Assistant Lifeguard | May 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24 | Castlegar | Register Now |
| Bronze Cross Assistant Lifeguard | May 23, 30, Jun 6, 13, 20 | Nelson | Register Now |
| Bronze Cross Assistant Lifeguard | Jun 6, 7, 13, 14, 27, 28 | Creston | Register Now |
| National Lifeguard (Pool) | Apr 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 25, 26, 27 | Creston | Register Now |
| Swim for Life Instructor | May 16, 17, 18, 24, 25, Jun 7, 8, 14, 15 | Castlegar | Register Now |
Interested in accessing subsidies to become a fitness educator? Subsidies are offered, upon successful hire at the RDCK, for the below courses until the end of 2025.
Seeking certification through a different body? Such as BCRPA, CSEP, ASCM, NSCA, NASM, CANFIT PRO. Indicate which certifying body you prefer when completing the intake form.
| CFES Group Fitness Instructor | May 9-11, May 30-Jun 1 | Nelson | Register Now |
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