Swim for Life® and Canadian Swim Patrol Programs

Swim for Life® is a comprehensive swim instruction program that focuses on the acquisition and development of fundamental swim strokes and skills for learners of all ages and abilities. Swim for Life® is accessible, flexible, success-oriented and fun. Instructors ensure swimmers get lots of in-water practice in every lesson. Swim for Life® flows seamlessly into the Canadian Swim Patrol program and then into the Society’s lifesaving training awards. The Canadian Swim Patrol program provides enriched training for those who are ready to go beyond learn-to-swim. Swim Patrol has three levels: Rookie, Ranger, and Star. These programs continue to develop participants’ swim strokes and provide the skill foundation that prepares them for success in the Society’s Bronze Medal awards. Each level of the Canadian Swim Patrol program has three modules: Water Proficiency, First Aid, and Recognition & Rescue.

Parent & Tot (4-36 months)

The Parent & Tot program structures in-water interaction between parent/caregiver and child to stress the importance of play in developing water-positive attitudes and skills. Progression through the Parent & Tot program is age-based, and follows the following criteria: Parent & Tot 1: 4-12 months, Parent & Tot 2: 12-24 months, Parent & Tot 3: 24-36 months.

Preschool (3-5 years)

The Preschool program works to ensure children become comfortable in the water and have fun developing a foundation of water skills. Progression through the Preschool program is performance-based - swimmers move to the next level once they have completed all items in their current level. If you are unsure of which level to enroll your swimmer in, call 780-992-6162 to book a free evaluation with us.

Swimmer and Canadian Swim Patrol (5-14 years)

The Swimmer program uses in-water practice for swimmers of all abilities to develop swimming strokes and skills. The Canadian Swim Patrol program provides enriched training for those who are ready to go beyond learn-to-swim. Progression through the Swimmer and Canadian Swim Patrol programs is performance-based - swimmers move to the next level once they have completed all items in their current level. If you are unsure of which level to enroll your swimmer in, call 780-992-6162 to book a free evaluation with us.

Adult Swimmer (14+ years)

The Adult Swimmer program is for beginners or swimmers who want to improve their skills. Within the Adult Swimmer curriculum, participants set their own goals to develop water confidence and recognizable strokes. Swimmers may enroll in any of the Adult Swimmer levels based on their current ability - call us at 780-992-6162 to book a free evaluation today.

Private Lesson

Participants recieve one-one-one individualized instruction. If you are 15 years of age or older and would like to register in a private lesson, please call Harbour Pool at 780-992-6162.