Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training, including an introduction to safety supervision.
The Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Cross begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as Assistant Lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs.
To be employed as an assistant lifeguard, an individual should be a minimum of 15 years of age and hold (at a minimum) a current Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross certification and a current Emergency First Aid certification.
Prerequisites
Bronze Medallion (need not be current)
Candidates are responsible for having the correct prerequisites. If you have any questions in regards to this please reach out to us.
Recognition
Bronze Cross medal and digital certificate
Currency
If a Bronze Cross award is used for employment (e.g. some jurisdictions require Bronze Cross to supervise school groups or camps), the award must be current within two (2) years.
Recertification
Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training, including an introduction to safety supervision. The Bronze Cross Recertification tests mandatory items to become recertified.
Prerequisites
Bronze Cross (need not be current)
Candidates are responsible for having the correct prerequisites. If you have any questions in regards to this please reach out to us.
Recognition
Digital certificate
Currency
If a Bronze award is used for employment (e.g. assistant lifeguard/some jurisdictions use Bronze Cross holders to supervise school groups or camps), the award must be recertified every two (2) years.
This is part of a two-week lifeguard training camp, which includes Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid w/ CPR-C & AED, and National Lifeguard – Pool Option. Room and Board available for additional fee. Lifeguarding kit (including whistle, fanny pack, and pocket mask) required for course – available for purchase or you may bring your own.
*It is strongly recommended that participants participating in this two-week comprehensive camp have a strong swimming foundation
**Wetsuits mandatory – these courses are occurring at an outdoor facility
Register at: https://stillwoodadultretreats.campbrainregistration.com/
A Pocket Mask is a required piece of equipment for this course. Extra Fees will be charged at payment for the candidate fee.
Please Note: No class on June 14th,2026
Refund Policy: Withdrawal required one week in advance of course start date to receive a refund. If less than one week’s notice is given, no refund will be provided.
Tuesday July 14 2026 (3:30-7:45)
Wednesday July 15 2026 (3:30-7:45)
Thursday July 16 2026 (3:30-7:45)
Tuesday July 21 2026 (3:30-7:45)
Wednesday July 22 2026 (3:30-7:45)
Thursday July 23 2026 (3:30-7:45)
Please Note: This is a Challenge Exam.
A Pocket Mask is a required piece of equipment for this course. Extra Fees will be charged at payment for the candidate fee.
Refund Policy: Withdrawal required one week in advance of course start date to receive a refund. If less than one week’s notice is given, no refund will be provided.
