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High School Lifeguard Training Program

A guided pathway for high school students to earn the certifications needed for lifeguard employment. Blending classroom and in-water training, this academy builds skills step-by-step so participants are job-ready.

Please reach out to Judy Eagles to express your interest.

Quick Facts

Bronze Medallion & Bronze Cross – Must be 13 years old by the last day of the course.

National Lifeguard – Must be 15 years old by the last day of the course.

What You’ll Earn

  • Bronze Medallion
  • Bronze Cross
  • Intermediate (Standard) First Aid
  • National Lifeguard (NL)
  • Swim Instructor Optional

Program Schedule & Details

  • Dates: Friday, February 20 – Sunday, February 22, 2026

  • Times: 

    • Friday, February 20 - 4:00pm – 9:00pm
    • Saturday, February 21 - 9:00am – 5:30pm
    • Sunday, February 22 - 9:00am – 5:30pm

  • Dates: Friday, February 27 – Sunday, March 1, 2026

  • Times:

    • Friday February 27 - 4:00 - 9:00pm
    • Saturday February 28 - 9:00am - 5:30pm 
    • Sunday March 1 - 9:00am - 5:30pm

  • Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion

  • Dates: Monday, March 16 - March 21, 2026

  • Times:

    • Monday, March 16 - 9:00am - 5:30pm
    • Tuesday, March 17 - 9:00am - 5:30pm
    • Wednesday, March - 18 9:00am - 5:30pm
    • Thursday, March 19 - 9:00am - 5:30pm
    • Friday, March 20 - 9:00am - 5:30pm
    • Saturday, March 21 - 9:00am - 5:30pm

  • Dates: Monday, March 16 – Saturday, March 21, 2026

  • Times:
    • Monday, March 16 - 9:00-5:30pm
    • Tuesday, March 17 - 9:00-5:30pm
    • Wednesday, March 18 - 9:00-5:30pm
    • Thursday, March 19 - 9:00-5:30pm
    • Friday, March 20 - 9:00-5:30pm
    • Saturday, March 21 - 9:00-5:30pm

  • Prerequisites:

    • Bronze Cross

    • Intermediate (Standard) First Aid

    • 15 years old by December 31, 2025

  • Complete your Instructor Training in First Aid, Lifesaving, Swim Lessons, Lifeguarding or Climbing. Become certified as an instructor in a number of different areas!

Program Summary

Total Instruction Hours: 116 hours

Notes & Expectations

Attendance for all dates/times is required to progress and certify.

Space is limited; early registration is recommended.

Contact Us

The City of Dawson Creek
10105 - 12A Street
City of Dawson Creek, BC V1G 3V7
Telephone: 250-784-3600