Bronze Medallion with EFA | #122213
5 hours
as at 14 Jun 2026
Su
Su
Pool
Description
This is the first required course to become a Lifeguard. You can take Bronze Star before this course, but it's not required. Participants will develop an understanding of lifesaving principles and learn valuable skills needed to be successful in an aquatic emergency. Emergency First Aid is for people who want a general knowledge of first aid principles and the emergency treatment of injuries, recognized by Ontario's Workplace Safety & Insurance Board.
Prerequisite: Age 13 or Bronze Star certification.
Location
This YMCA is located at the heart of one of Toronto's trendiest West End neighborhoods. There's something for everyone at this family-friendly centre featuring child care, camp, community programs, and health and fitness services. Camp programs are available during school breaks throughout the year.
More Information
- Registration starts for Non-residents2025/11/20 09:00
- Registration starts for Members2025/11/20 09:00
- Registration ends2026/06/07 23:58
Notes
Age 13 or Bronze Star certification.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Please bring a bathing suit, towel, goggles and deck shoes with good grips to each day of the course. Did you know you can work at the Y when you're 15 years old and have Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid certifications? Apply at ymcagta.org
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Participants who withdraw from the course more than 7 days prior to the start of the course will receive a full refund. Participants who withdraw from the course less than 7 days prior to the start of the course will receive a refund less 50% of the course fee. No refunds will be granted once the course has started.
* Applicable discounts will be applied at checkout.
** The spot is not reserved until checkout is complete.