Swimming Lesson Registration for Winter – SET 1 (8 weeks)

Important Swimming Notice: The Canadian Red Cross will withdraw from swimming and water safety programs at the end of 2022. Effective January 2023, the Town of Conception Bay South will be offering the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life program. Please read more details read Swimming Lesson Changes 2023 to assist with registering for lessons.

• Registration opens 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 28 for Conception Bay South residents.
• General registration opens 2:30 p.m. on Friday, December 30.

REGISTER HERE

Our 8-week Adult Swimming Lesson Program will begin January 10 at 8:30-9:30 p.m. Beginner, intermediate and advanced options will be available. To register or for more information, contact the Aquatics Manager at 834-6500 ext. 609 or e-mail sheldon.andrews@conceptionbaysouth.ca.

Swimming Lessons

Beginning in 2023, the Conception Bay South Recreation Complex will offer swimming lessons in association with the Lifesaving Society Learn to Swim Program.  The program consists of the following levels:

Parent and Tot 1, 2 and 3

Pre-School 1-5

Swimmer 1-6

Rookie Patrol, Ranger Patrol and Star Patrol

Adult Swim Program

The Conception Bay South Recreation Complex currently offers both Red Cross Swim Basics and Red Cross Swim Strokes. These swimming programs are designed to meet your individual needs. Learn to swim in Red Cross Swim Basics, develop or improve strokes in Red Cross Swim Strokes. Register anytime! Course offered Tuesdays from 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Leadership Programs

These include Bronze Cross, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Star, and the Junior Lifeguard Club.

THE JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CLUB

The Junior Lifeguard Club (JLCoffers fun for kids 8 years and up, who can swim at least 25m and tread water for 2 minutes, or those who have completed Swim Kids 8. JLC provides an action-packed challenge for kids who love the water but who want more than lessons. JLC is for quick learners, those between levels or programs, and those who thrive in an energetic learning environment.

BRONZE MEDALLION

Bronze medallion teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education – judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness. Rescuers learn tows, carries and release methods in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk. Lifesavers learn to respond to increasingly complex resuscitation situations involving conscious and unconscious victims with an obstructed airway. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for the Bronze Cross Award. Prerequisites: Minimum age 13 years old.

BRONZE CROSS

Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities. It teaches the difference between lifesaving and lifeguarding, the principles of emergency procedures and teamwork. Lifesavers learn how to rescue a spinal-injured victim and a pulse-less victim. Bronze Cross is the prerequisite award for all advanced training programs in lifesaving, lifeguarding and leadership. Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion (does not have to be current), 14 years of age within 30 days of the exam.

Shallow Water Fitness

A great way to have fun, exercise, and get in shape. This program is offered on a drop-in basis.

The Recreation Complex is the ideal place to host a birthday party, conference or function. Our rentals include one hour of pool time, followed by one hour in the multi-purpose room. We can accommodate several options to suit your needs. In the party room you have access to the full kitchen, which includes an oven, microwave and refrigerator. We take the liberty of setting up the covered tables and chairs.

To book, contact the Recreation Complex at 834-6500 ext. 602 or book online. You can book a party in advance up to December of the current year.

Rental options are as follows:

Fridays 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Saturdays 2:30-4:30 p.m. and 5:15 – 7:15 p.m.

Sundays 1:45-3:45 p.m. and 4:05-6:05 p.m.

Costing:

$154.43 plus HST (based on a total of 31 people); with groups larger that 31 there will be an additional charges of $0.89 plus HST per guest.

CBS Bluefins Swim Club

A year-round club and offers both competitive and pre-competitive programs. It operates out of a 4-lane, 25m pool and has a current membership of about 60 swimmers, ranging in age from 7–18. The club has several different training groups, which each have their own practice schedule and coaches. Each group is specifically designed to provide swimmers with the necessary skill set to either compete or improve on their swimming capabilities. The pre-requisite for the team is successful completion of Swim Kids Level 7 or equivalent. If you require additional information, please visit their website. You may also call 834-6500 ext. 609.

CBS Silhouettes Synchronized Swimming Club

The CBS Silhouettes Synchronized Swimming Club offers two programs. The Recreational Program teams meet once per week and swimmers have fun while learning the basics of synchronized swimming. The Competitive Program consists of four teams that meet several times per week, depending on the age group of a team. Interested in trying this amazing sport? The Silhouettes host a free Try Synchro Day on each of the two weekends following Labor Day in September. The Try Synchro Days are for swimmers aged six and up, who are comfortable swimming in the deep end of the pool, and are able to follow instruction from a coach. To find out more please visit www.cbssilhouettes.com or find the CBS Silhouettes on Facebook and Instagram. You may also call 834-6500 ext. 609.

The public is advised that the Recreation Complex is closed during all statutory holidays and during the annual maintenance of the facility in late August.