Swimmer (Levels 7 - 9)
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Levels 7 - 9 (1 hour) | Ratio 1:8
Levels 7 - 9 are part of the Lifesaving Society's Canadian Swim Patrol program, which is the on-ramp to lifeguarding. Ability is the only prerequisite.
The Swim Patrol provides enriched training for those who are ready to go beyond learn-to-swim. Swim Patrol's three levels - Rookie (level 7), Ranger (level 8), and Star (level 9) - continue to develop participants' swim strokes and provide the skill foundation that prepares them for success in the Bronze medal awards.
Level 7: Rookie Patrol (1 hour) | Ratio 1:8
Swimmers continue stroke development with 50 m swims of front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke. Lifesaving Sport skills include a 25 m obstacle swim and 15 m object carry. First aid focuses on assessment of conscious victims, contacting EMS and treatment for bleeding. Fitness improves in 350 m workouts and 100 m timed swims.
Level 8: Ranger Patrol (1 hour) | Ratio 1:8
Swimmers develop better strokes over 75 m swims of each stroke. They tackle Lifesaving Sport skills in a lifesaving medley, timed object support and rescue with a buoyant aid. First aid focuses on assessment of unconscious victims, treatment of victims in shock and obstructed airway procedures. Skill drills develop a strong lifesaving foundation.
Level 9: Star Patrol (1 hour) | Ratio 1:8
Swimmers are challenged with 600 m workouts, 300 m timed swims and a 25 m object carry. Strokes are refined over 100 m swims. First aid focuses on treatment of bone or joint injuries and respiratory emergencies including asthma and allergic reactions. Lifesaving skills include defence methods, victim removals and rolling over and supporting a victim face up in shallow water.
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Just a quick note — GTA Swim takes a summer break, so we won’t be running swim lessons over the summer months.
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