LEADERSHIP COURSES overview
Leadership swim courses such as Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, and Bronze Cross are about far more than swimming—they build confidence, responsibility, and real-world life-saving skills.
Swim Leadership Starts Here
Lifesaving Skills & Leadership
Learn first aid, CPR, rescue techniques, and emergency response while building teamwork, decision-making, and confidence under pressure.
Pathway to Certification & Work
Gain qualifications that lead to lifeguarding or swim instructing, opening doors to meaningful employment and real-world experience.
Lifelong Skills In & Out of the Water
The Life Saving Society Pathway to Lifeguarding
1
Bronze Star
2
Bronze Med
13 years+
3
Basic
First Aid
4
Bronze Cross
5
Intermediate
First Aid
National Lifeguard
15 years+
Our Leadership Programs
Bronze star
Bronze medallion
bronze cross
Bronze Medallion & Bronze Cross
Intermediate First Aid
National lifeguard
Important PROGRAM Information
- We offer Sports Programs for Kids aged 4-17 years.
- We have three locations – West (North York), Parkway (Markham) and Lakeshore (Leslieville, Studio District, Downtown East).*
- *Offerings vary by location.
- You do not need to be a member to attend our Kids Sports Programs.
- Need gear? Check out our Sports Shops for kid sized racquets, swim googles, swim suits and more!
Register for Leadership Programs
Parkway Fall Swim Leadership Crash Course – Bronze Medallion + BFA (Group)
Ages 13+
Description
Pre-Requisites: Minimum 13 years of age or Bronze Star certification (need not be current).
Bronze Medallion w/Basic First Aid (CPR-B) teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles, embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness.
Required Reference materials: Canadian Lifesaving Manual, it is the candidates responsibility to obtain a copy, rental copies will be available on site for those who need.
Note: It is the responsibility of the swimmer and/or parent/guardian to ensure they meet the program prerequisites required for the course. If the registrant meets the prerequisites but does not meet the age requirement, please contact the Aquatics Manager at parkwayaquatics@mayfairclubs.com for assistance.
Pricing
Member Pricing
3 Sessions
$331.10 (14% off)
Non Member Pricing
3 Sessions
$385.00
For more information, please contact Michael at parkwayaquatics@mayfairclubs.com
Fall Program (Nov)
Date
Status
Bronze Medallion + BFA
Parkway Fall Swim Leadership Crash Course – Bronze Cross (Group)
Ages 13+
Description
Pre-Requisites: Bronze Medallion and Basic or Intermediate First Aid (or Emergency or Standard First Aid, need not be current) from the Society or another approved agency.
Required Reference materials: Canadian Lifesaving Manual, it is the candidates responsibility to obtain a copy, rental copies will be available on site for those who need.
Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training, including an introduction to safety supervision in aquatic facilities. Pre-Requisites: Bronze Medallion and Emergency or Standard First Aid Evaluation: Items are evaluated by a qualified Lifesaving Examiner.
Note: It is the responsibility of the swimmer and/or parent/guardian to ensure they meet the program prerequisites required for the course. If the registrant meets the prerequisites but does not meet the age requirement, please contact the Aquatics Manager at parkwayaquatics@mayfairclubs.com for assistance.
Pricing
Member Pricing
3 Sessions
$301.00 (14% off)
Non Member Pricing
3 Sessions
$350.00
For more information, please contact Michael at parkwayaquatics@mayfairclubs.com
Fall Program (Dec)
Date
Status
Bronze Cross
West Fall Swim Leadership Crash Course – Bronze Combo (Group)
Ages 13+
Description
Pre-Requisites: Minimum 13 years of age or Bronze Star certification (need not be current).
This combined course offers comprehensive lifesaving training by integrating Bronze Medallion with Basic First Aid (CPR-B) and Bronze Cross into a single session. Candidates will develop an in-depth understanding of lifesaving principles, including judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness, and be introduced to advanced water rescue techniques and safety supervision in aquatic environments.
Required Materials:
Participants must have access to the Canadian Lifesaving Manual. It is the candidate’s responsibility to obtain a copy in advance. Rental copies will be available on site for those who need them.
Note:
It is the responsibility of the swimmer and/or parent/guardian to ensure all program prerequisites are met. If a participant meets the prerequisites but does not meet the minimum age requirement, please contact the Aquatics Manager at parkwayaquatics@mayfairclubs.com for assistance.
Pricing
Member Pricing
6 Sessions
$516.00 (14% off)
Non Member Pricing
6 Sessions
90 Min: $600.00
For more information, please contact Michael at parkwayaquatics@mayfairclubs.com
Fall Program (Nov-Dec)
Date
Status
Bronze Combo
Parkway Swim Intermediate First Aid & CPR-C (Group – 2 Day Course)
Ages 13+
Description
Intermediate First Aid includes all aspects of Basic First Aid and provides additional comprehensive first aid training. Candidates demonstrate first aid care for anaphylaxis, shock, stroke, amputations, facial injuries, burn injuries, fractures and dislocations, neck or spinal column injuries, seizures, diabetic emergencies, and environmental injury and illness. Includes CPR-C with AED certification for adult, child and infant. It is recognized by Ontario’s Workplace Safety & Insurance Board.
Pricing
Member Pricing
2-Day Course: $150.50 (14% off)
Non Member Pricing
2-Day Course: $175
For more information, please contact Michael at parkwayaquatics@mayfairclubs.com