How to Register

Registration / Refund Information

Lesson Registration

Registrations can be made on line at lethbridge.ca/swimming or by telephone Monday - Friday between the hours of 9am and 5pm at Stan Siwik Pool. - registration is on a first come first served basis - if registering by phone and no one answers please leave a message Participants may register in a maximum of two (2) classes/session Participants may waitlist in any class

Preparing to Register - create an account prior to registration at lethbridge.ca/swimming

If you do not have an account you will need the following: - Name & birth date of account holder (Adult) - Name & birth date of participants - Home address, phone # and postal code - program level, session time and alternatives if class is full - Payment information incl 3 digit CVV # on credit cards for phone registrations

Fees

Fees must be paid in full at the time of registration. Cash, Debit, Visa, MC, Rec Ex Gift Card & cheque are accepted in person. Cheques are payable to Recreation Excellence. Post dated cheques are not accepted. A $25 charge will be applied to all NSF cheques. Only Visa & MC are accepted for phone registrations. Visa & MC Debit cards are accepted online and in person.

Registration

Registrations begin at 9:00am and can be made online, over the phone or in person at Stan Siwik and Nicholas Sheran Pools. If you do not have an account please set one up prior to registration.

Withdrawals

- Withdrawals received more than fourteen (14) days prior to the start of the lesson set or course will not be subject to a withdrawal fee. - Withdrawals made between five (5) and fourteen (14) days prior to the lesson start date will be subject to a 10% withdrawal fee. The remaining balance may be left on your account for future use or a refund may be requested. Refunds of less than $5.00 will remain on the account. - You may withdraw and re-register into another program without penalty prior to five (5) days before the lesson start date. - No refunds will be given if withdrawal is within five (5) days of the lesson start date.

Transfers

All transfers are subject to availability and may be made without penalty up to five (5) days prior to the lesson start date. Transfers made by Recreation Excellence will not incur a penalty. Any resulting increase in program fees due to the transfer must be paid by the customer at the time of transfer.

Medical / Relocation

Withdrawals for medical / relocation reasons are permitted with no penalty prior to the lesson start date. Refunds for withdrawal after the lesson start date will result in a pro-rated refund or credit on account. Proof of medical / relocation must be provided within two (2) weeks of notification of withdrawal for refunds or credits to be issued.

Cancellations

Due to Covid 19 Red Cross guidelines regarding parent/ caregiver participation in levels Sea Otter thru SK 4 may change at any time. Registration for Fall 2021 will begin August 24 for more information look online lethbridge.ca/swimming

Cancellation Deadlines - Cancellation of classes with insufficient registration one (1) week prior to the start of lessons

Registration Locations

Programs with insufficient registration are subject to cancellation. Customers will be notified as soon as a decision regarding cancellation has been made. All efforts will be made to accomodate any registrants displaced by cancellations. A full refund or credit to account will be issued for courses cancelled by Recreation Excellence.

Visit Cards / Memberships

Visit Cards - are transferable and do not expire. They are non-refundable

Stan Siwik Family Pool 1901 15 Ave N Phone: (403) 320-3054

Nicholas Sheran Leisure Centre (Fall) 401 Laval Blvd W Phone: (403) 320-3046

On line and Phone registrations are highly encouraged for more information look on line: lethbridge.ca/swimming Memberships - are non-transferable which means others cannot use them. Refunds are granted only for medical or relocation reasons. Proof of medical and/or relocation must be provided in each case for a refund to be issued. All requests must be made before the membership expiry date. Refunds will be pro-rated for the unused portion of the membership. Memberships are valid at all pools so extensions will not be granted for Annual Shutdowns.

Lost or Stolen Cards

At the request of the card holder lost or stolen cards will be replaced. A $5.00 lost card fee will apply. Does not apply to Visit Cards Aquatics

Aquatics

Advanced Swim Programs

Fall 2021

Register Early to avoid disappointment!

Water Safety Instructor - $393.75 Emergency First Aid - $115.50

Dates Course # Day Time Dates Course # Day Time

September 18 13467 Sat 8:00am-4:30pm New Dates TBA 25,26 Sat/Sun 9:00am-4:30pm December 4,5 Sat/Sun 9:00am-4:30pm

This WSI course covers the foundation of instructional skills including teaching methods, learning styles, planning, teaching and evaluating swimmers. Candidates are evaluated throughout the course and through individual study assignments. Upon successful completion of the course, candidates are certified as Water Safety Instructors and will be able to teach the Red Cross Swim programs. Candidates must be 15yrs of age, must attend 100% of the course to complete and have a current Standard First Aid/CPR C Certification.

WSI Recert - $94.50

New Dates TBA

Note: Must bring proof of WSI certification to the exam Bronze Medallion/Cross - $300.00

October 16,17,23,24 13462 Sat/Sun 8:30am-5:00pm Successful candidates will receive certification in Emergency 1st Aid & CPR C. Held in the classroom at Stan Siwik Pool (1901 - 15 Ave North) Standard First Aid - $157.50

October 28,29 13468 Thurs/Fri 8:30am-5:00pm November 20,21 13469 Sat/Sun 8:30am-5:00pm

October 30 13466 Sat 8:30am-5:00pm November 19 13471 Fri 8:30am-5:00pm

SFA Recert - $94.50

This 32 hour course will certify the successful candidate in both Br. Med. and Br. Cross. Candidates must be 13 years old or have completed Br. Star & must complete their Br. Medallion before testing for Br. Cross.

Note: Must bring NL certification and current Standard First Aid cert. to the exam

National Lifeguard Pool - $ 390.60

November 5,6,7,12,13,14 13463 Fri 5:00pm-9:00pm Sat/Sun 8:00am-4:30pm This 40 hour course will certify successful candidates with the NLS Pool option award. Candidates must be 16 years old, have a current Bronze Cross & hold a current Standard First Aid award. Please bring proof of SFA/CPR C to first class. Successful candidates will receive certification in Standard 1st Aid & CPR C. Held in the classroom at Stan Siwik Pool (1901 - 15 Ave North)

NL Pool Recert - $68.25

November 17 13464 Wed 5:00pm-9:00pm Successful candidates will receive certification in Standard 1st Aid & CPR C. Held in the classroom at Stan Siwik Pool (1901 - 15 Ave North) Note: Must bring proof of Standard First Aid to the exam

Red Cross Baby Sitting - $68.25

New Dates TBA

Basic First Aid and Caregiving skills for youth 11-15 years old. During this 8 hour course participants will learn how to provide care to younger children in a variety of age groups and how to prevent and respond to emergencies.

Prices include all materials, certification fees and GST.

Want to be a Red Cross Water Safety Instructor?

Welcome to the Water Safety Instructor Course ! This fun and exciting program covers the foundation of instructional skills including teaching methods, learning styles, planning, teaching and evaluating swimmers. Candidates are evaluated throughout the course and through individual study assignments. Upon successful completion of the course, candidates are certified as Water Safety Instructors and will be able to teach the Red Cross Swim programs.

Here is a quick overview of the course

WSI On Line Component (at home) Intro Session (Classroom/Pool) Class Room/Pool Component Final Skills/Strokes Eval & Final Class Room Component WSI Teaching Experience (8 - 11hrs co-teaching with a supervising WSI)