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.
Find a Location/availability
Facility Name
City, Region
Dates
Price
Trail Aquatic & Leisure Centre
Trail, Kootenays
21 May 2025 to 04 Jun 2025
–
Nelson & District Community Complex
Nelson, Kootenays
23 May 2025 to 20 Jun 2025
$196.00
Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre
Victoria, Vancouver Island
24 May 2025 to 14 Jun 2025
$150.00
Johnson Bentley Memorial Aquatic Center
Westbank, Thompson-Okanagan
25 May 2025 to 15 Jun 2025
–
West Vancouver Aquatic Centre
West Vancouver, Lower Mainland
25 May 2025 to 22 Jun 2025
$255.00
Golden Swimming Pool
Golden, Kootenays
30 May 2025 to 01 Jun 2025
$160.00
Guildford Recreation Centre
Surrey, Lower Mainland
30 May 2025 to 27 Jun 2025
$1.00
Kensington Park Outdoor Pool
Burnaby, Lower Mainland
31 May 2025 to 22 Jun 2025
$226.00
Vancouver Lifeguard Association Kerr Pool
Vancouver, Lower Mainland
01 Jun 2025 to 22 Jun 2025
$260.00
Hyde Creek Pool
Port Coquitlam, Lower Mainland
01 Jun 2025 to 22 Jun 2025
$160.00
Eileen Dailly Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre
Burnaby, Lower Mainland
03 Jun 2025 to 26 Jun 2025
–
LIT Aquatics – Tong Louie Family YMCA
Surrey, Lower Mainland
06 Jun 2025 to 08 Jun 2025
$255.00
LIT Aquatics – Bettie Allard YMCA
Coquitlam, Lower Mainland
06 Jun 2025 to 08 Jun 2025
$255.00
Al Anderson Memorial Pool
Langley, Lower Mainland
07 Jun 2025 to 15 Jun 2025
$184.00
Eileen Dailly Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre
Burnaby, Lower Mainland
08 Jun 2025 to 22 Jun 2025
$236.00
Pedalheads Fitness 2000
Burnaby, Lower Mainland
08 Jun 2025 to 22 Jun 2025
$332.00
Pedalheads Fitness 2000
Burnaby, Lower Mainland
08 Jun 2025 to 22 Jun 2025
$332.00
LIT Aquatics – Maple Ridge Leisure Centre
Maple Ridge, Lower Mainland
11 Jun 2025 to 13 Jun 2025
$255.00
LIT Aquatics – Matsqui Recreation Centre
Abbotsford, Lower Mainland
13 Jun 2025 to 15 Jun 2025
$255.00
LIT Aquatics – təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic Centre
New Westminster, Lower Mainland
13 Jun 2025 to 15 Jun 2025
$258.00
Parkinson Recreation Centre
Kelowna, Thompson-Okanagan
13 Jun 2025 to 21 Jun 2025
–
LIT Aquatics – Maple Ridge Leisure Centre
Maple Ridge, Lower Mainland
18 Jun 2025 to 20 Jun 2025
$255.00
LIT Aquatics – Bettie Allard YMCA
Coquitlam, Lower Mainland
18 Jun 2025 to 20 Jun 2025
$255.00
LIT Aquatics – Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre
Chilliwack, Lower Mainland
20 Jun 2025 to 22 Jun 2025
$255.00
LIT Aquatics – Jewish Community Centre
Vancouver, Lower Mainland
25 Jun 2025 to 27 Jun 2025
$258.00
LIT Aquatics – Mission Leisure Centre
Mission, Lower Mainland
27 Jun 2025 to 29 Jun 2025
$255.00
LIT Aquatics – Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Abbotsford, Lower Mainland
30 Jun 2025 to 02 Jul 2025
$295.00
Sungod Recreation
Delta, Lower Mainland
02 Jul 2025 to 11 Jul 2025
$236.00
LIT Aquatics – Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Abbotsford, Lower Mainland
02 Jul 2025 to 04 Jul 2025
$275.00
Kamloops Community YM-YWCA
Kamloops, Thompson-Okanagan
07 Jul 2025 to 11 Jul 2025
$210.00
Kelowna Family YMCA
Kelowna, Thompson-Okanagan
07 Jul 2025 to 11 Jul 2025
$160.00
Gordon Head Recreation Centre
Victoria, Vancouver Island
09 Jul 2025 to 11 Jul 2025
$199.00
Penticton Community Centre
Penticton, Thompson-Okanagan
09 Jul 2025 to 11 Jul 2025
$170.00
LIT Aquatics – Mission Leisure Centre
Mission, Lower Mainland
09 Jul 2025 to 11 Jul 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Tong Louie Family YMCA
Surrey, Lower Mainland
09 Jul 2025 to 11 Jul 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Bettie Allard YMCA
Coquitlam, Lower Mainland
09 Jul 2025 to 11 Jul 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic Centre
New Westminster, Lower Mainland
09 Jul 2025 to 11 Jul 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre
Chilliwack, Lower Mainland
09 Jul 2025 to 11 Jul 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Maple Ridge Leisure Centre
Maple Ridge, Lower Mainland
11 Jul 2025 to 13 Jul 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Abbotsford, Lower Mainland
12 Jul 2025 to 12 Jul 2025
$100.00
LIT Aquatics – Maple Ridge Leisure Centre
Maple Ridge, Lower Mainland
14 Jul 2025 to 16 Jul 2025
$275.00
Ravensong Aquatic Centre
Qualicum Beach, Vancouver Island
14 Jul 2025 to 18 Jul 2025
$170.00
Prince George Aquatic Centre
Prince George, North
14 Jul 2025 to 18 Jul 2025
$364.00
Panorama Recreation Centre
North Sannich, Vancouver Island
14 Jul 2025 to 18 Jul 2025
$150.00
LIT Aquatics – Jewish Community Centre
Vancouver, Lower Mainland
14 Jul 2025 to 18 Jul 2025
$275.00
North Peace Leisure Pool
Fort St. John, North
14 Jul 2025 to 14 Jul 2025
$486.00
Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Duncan, Vancouver Island
15 Jul 2025 to 18 Jul 2025
$160.00
West Vancouver Aquatic Centre
West Vancouver, Lower Mainland
16 Jul 2025 to 16 Jul 2025
$299.00
LIT Aquatics – Tong Louie Family YMCA
Surrey, Lower Mainland
16 Jul 2025 to 18 Jul 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Bettie Allard YMCA
Coquitlam, Lower Mainland
16 Jul 2025 to 18 Jul 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Jewish Community Centre
Vancouver, Lower Mainland
16 Jul 2025 to 18 Jul 2025
$275.00
Vernon Recreation Centre
Vernon, Thompson-Okanagan
16 Jul 2025 to 25 Jul 2025
$192.00
LIT Aquatics – Jewish Community Centre
Vancouver, Lower Mainland
19 Jul 2025 to 19 Jul 2025
$100.00
Armstrong-Spallumcheen Outdoor Pool
Armstrong, Thompson-Okanagan
21 Jul 2025 to 25 Jul 2025
$185.00
Beban Park
Nanaimo, Vancouver Island
21 Jul 2025 to 25 Jul 2025
$195.00
Al Anderson Memorial Pool
Langley, Lower Mainland
21 Jul 2025 to 25 Jul 2025
$184.00
LIT Aquatics – Tong Louie Family YMCA
Surrey, Lower Mainland
23 Jul 2025 to 25 Jul 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Abbotsford, Lower Mainland
23 Jul 2025 to 25 Jul 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Tong Louie Family YMCA
Surrey, Lower Mainland
26 Jul 2025 to 26 Jul 2025
$100.00
Kimberley Aquatic Center
Kimberley, Kootenays
28 Jul 2025 to 31 Jul 2025
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Canada Games Aquatic Centre
Kamloops, Thompson-Okanagan
28 Jul 2025 to 01 Aug 2025
$194.00
Saanich Commonwealth Place
Victoria, Vancouver Island
28 Jul 2025 to 01 Aug 2025
$199.00
LIT Aquatics – Jewish Community Centre
Vancouver, Lower Mainland
28 Jul 2025 to 01 Aug 2025
$275.00
Ladner Outdoor Pool
Delta, Lower Mainland
29 Jul 2025 to 07 Aug 2025
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LIT Aquatics – Maple Ridge Leisure Centre
Maple Ridge, Lower Mainland
30 Jul 2025 to 30 Jul 2025
$100.00
LIT Aquatics – Tong Louie Family YMCA
Surrey, Lower Mainland
30 Jul 2025 to 01 Aug 2025
$275.00
Gordon Head Recreation Centre
Victoria, Vancouver Island
30 Jul 2025 to 01 Aug 2025
$199.00
LIT Aquatics – Bettie Allard YMCA
Coquitlam, Lower Mainland
30 Jul 2025 to 01 Aug 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Jewish Community Centre
Vancouver, Lower Mainland
30 Jul 2025 to 01 Aug 2025
$275.00
North Vancouver Recreation and Culture
North Vancouver, Lower Mainland
30 Jul 2025 to 27 Aug 2025
$194.00
Winskill Aquatic & Fitness Centre
Delta, Lower Mainland
02 Aug 2025 to 23 Aug 2025
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LIT Aquatics – Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Abbotsford, Lower Mainland
03 Aug 2025 to 03 Aug 2025
$100.00
LIT Aquatics – Maple Ridge Leisure Centre
Maple Ridge, Lower Mainland
04 Aug 2025 to 06 Aug 2025
$275.00
Summerland Aquatic Centre
Summerland, Thompson-Okanagan
05 Aug 2025 to 07 Aug 2025
$150.00
West Vancouver Aquatic Centre
West Vancouver, Lower Mainland
05 Aug 2025 to 05 Aug 2025
$299.00
Kelowna Family YMCA
Kelowna, Thompson-Okanagan
05 Aug 2025 to 08 Aug 2025
$160.00
LIT Aquatics – Tong Louie Family YMCA
Surrey, Lower Mainland
06 Aug 2025 to 08 Aug 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Bettie Allard YMCA
Coquitlam, Lower Mainland
06 Aug 2025 to 08 Aug 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Mission Leisure Centre
Mission, Lower Mainland
07 Aug 2025 to 09 Aug 2025
$275.00
Canfor Leisure Pool
Prince George, North
11 Aug 2025 to 15 Aug 2025
$363.00
Powell River Recreation Complex
Powell River, Vancouver Island
11 Aug 2025 to 15 Aug 2025
$225.00
LIT Aquatics – Tong Louie Family YMCA
Surrey, Lower Mainland
11 Aug 2025 to 11 Aug 2025
$100.00
Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
Nanaimo, Vancouver Island
11 Aug 2025 to 15 Aug 2025
$195.00
LIT Aquatics – Tong Louie Family YMCA
Surrey, Lower Mainland
13 Aug 2025 to 15 Aug 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic Centre
New Westminster, Lower Mainland
13 Aug 2025 to 15 Aug 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Abbotsford, Lower Mainland
13 Aug 2025 to 15 Aug 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Cheam Leisure Centre
Chilliwack, Lower Mainland
13 Aug 2025 to 15 Aug 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Jewish Community Centre
Vancouver, Lower Mainland
13 Aug 2025 to 15 Aug 2025
$275.00
West Vancouver Aquatic Centre
West Vancouver, Lower Mainland
15 Aug 2025 to 15 Aug 2025
$299.00
LIT Aquatics – Tong Louie Family YMCA
Surrey, Lower Mainland
16 Aug 2025 to 16 Aug 2025
$100.00
LIT Aquatics – Jewish Community Centre
Vancouver, Lower Mainland
18 Aug 2025 to 22 Aug 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Abbotsford, Lower Mainland
20 Aug 2025 to 22 Aug 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Jewish Community Centre
Vancouver, Lower Mainland
23 Aug 2025 to 23 Aug 2025
$100.00
Gordon Head Recreation Centre
Victoria, Vancouver Island
27 Aug 2025 to 29 Aug 2025
$199.00
LIT Aquatics – Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Abbotsford, Lower Mainland
27 Aug 2025 to 29 Aug 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Cheam Leisure Centre
Chilliwack, Lower Mainland
27 Aug 2025 to 29 Aug 2025
$275.00
LIT Aquatics – Jewish Community Centre
Vancouver, Lower Mainland
27 Aug 2025 to 29 Aug 2025
$275.00
Canfor Leisure Pool
Prince George, North
27 Dec 2025 to 30 Dec 2025
$363.00
Trail Aquatic & Leisure Centre
Course:
Bronze Cross
Start Date:
21 May 2025 to
21 May 2025 –
03:15 PM to
08:00 PM
End Date:
04 Jun 2025 to
04 Jun 2025 –
03:15 PM to
08:00 PM
Contact the facility directly to register.
250364888
Nelson & District Community Complex
Course:
Bronze Cross
Start Date:
23 May 2025 to
23 May 2025 –
04:00 PM to
08:00 PM
End Date:
20 Jun 2025 to
20 Jun 2025 –
04:00 PM to
08:00 PM
Course notes
Visit rdck.ca/recreation for more information
Contact the facility directly to register.
2503544386
Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre
Course:
Bronze Cross
Start Date:
24 May 2025 to
24 May 2025 –
11:00 AM to
05:00 PM
End Date:
14 Jun 2025 to
14 Jun 2025 –
11:00 AM to
05:00 PM
Contact the facility directly to register.
250361732
Johnson Bentley Memorial Aquatic Center
Course:
Bronze Cross
Start Date:
25 May 2025 to
25 May 2025 –
09:00 AM to
03:30 PM
End Date:
15 Jun 2025 to
15 Jun 2025 –
09:00 AM to
03:30 PM
Contact the facility directly to register.
7787977665 https://cityofwestkelowna.ca
West Vancouver Aquatic Centre
Course:
Bronze Cross
Start Date:
25 May 2025 to
25 May 2025 –
12:30 PM to
04:30 PM
End Date:
22 Jun 2025 to
22 Jun 2025 –
12:30 PM to
04:30 PM
Contact the facility directly to register.
6049257270
Golden Swimming Pool
Course:
Bronze Cross
Start Date:
30 May 2025 to
30 May 2025 –
03:30 PM to
07:30 PM
End Date:
01 Jun 2025 to
01 Jun 2025 –
09:00 AM to
05:00 PM
Contact the facility directly to register.
2503442118
Guildford Recreation Centre
Course:
Bronze Cross
Start Date:
30 May 2025 to
30 May 2025 –
04:15 PM to
08:30 PM
End Date:
27 Jun 2025 to
27 Jun 2025 –
04:15 PM to
08:30 PM
Contact the facility directly to register.
6045015100
Kensington Park Outdoor Pool
Course:
Bronze Cross
Start Date:
31 May 2025 to
31 May 2025 –
10:00 AM to
01:00 PM
End Date:
22 Jun 2025 to
22 Jun 2025 –
10:00 AM to
01:00 PM
Course notes
Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion and must be 13 years old OR have Bronze Star in order to take the level at 12 years old. Designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training, including an introduction to safety supervision in aquatic facilities. Swimmers develop proficiency at performing patient assessments, managing aquatic spinal injuries and preventing loss of life in a variety of aquatic emergencies, while developing stroke endurance and fitness training skills. Includes the CPR-C certification and is one of the prerequisite awards for all advanced Lifeguarding and Leadership training programs. It is also worth two Grade 11 high school credits. Canadian Life Saving Manual is required ($36.00). There is a non-refundable exam fee of $20.00. 100% attendance is required.
Lessons are outside; we recommend applying sunscreen 30-minutes before lesson start time and/or wearing a rashguard.
Program materials & equipment are included.
Visit https://pedalheads.com/en/camp?region=1&cities=1007&seasons=0&skillLevels=2327%2C2325&ph_search=true#camp-list or call us at 1-888-886-6464 for more information
Contact the facility directly to register.
888-886-6464 888-886-6464
Pedalheads Fitness 2000
Course:
Bronze Cross
Start Date:
08 Jun 2025 to
08 Jun 2025 –
09:00 AM to
04:30 PM
End Date:
22 Jun 2025 to
22 Jun 2025 –
09:00 AM to
04:30 PM
Course notes
Program materials & equipment are included. Visit https://pedalheads.com/en/camp?region=1&cities=1007&seasons=0&skillLevels=2327%2C2325&ph_search=true#camp-list or call us at 1-888-886-6464 for more information
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.
Bronze Cross is worth 2 Grade 11 High School Credits.
Minimum 6 Candidates for the course to run.
July 21st-25th 2025 9:00-1:00 pm
Requirements:
Bronze Medallion current within 5 years
Costs:
Course Fee: $185.00
Require Canadian Lifesaving Manual: $40.00
Review of Bronze Medallion course content is greatly encouraged.
