Program Guide Health, Fitness & Aquatics - YMCA of Northern Alberta
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September 2019 – August 2020
Program
Guide
Health, Fitness
& Aquatics
Castle Downs Family YMCA
Don Wheaton Family YMCA
Jamie Platz Family YMCA
William Lutsky Family YMCA
Westwood Family YMCA
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programs, family-friendly activities, and
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Table of Contents
Preschool Programs 3 Group Fitness | (12+yrs) 9–12
Family Fitness Programs 3 Personal/Group Training 12
YMCA Swim Lessons 4–5 YMCA Certifications 13
Aquatic Fitness 6 Aquatic Certifications 13–14
Sports & Recreation | (5-14yrs) 7 First Aid/CPR Certifications 15
Sports & Recreation | (12+yrs) 7 Party Bookings 15
Specialty Programs 8–9
The YMCA of Northern Alberta offers a variety of programs to meet all needs, interests,
and ages. Please note that although not all programs are offered at every location,
YMCA members do have access to every location! Please refer to the Program Fee Chart
for programs available at your YMCA.
Registration Dates Member Non-Member
Fall I Program Sep 9 – Oct 27, 2019 | 7 wks Aug 6, 2019 Aug 13, 2019
Fall II Program Oct 28 – Dec 22, 2019 | 8 wks Aug 6, 2019 Oct 1, 2019
Winter Program Jan 6 – Mar 1, 2020 | 8 wks Nov 26, 2019 Dec 3, 2019
Spring I Program Mar 2 – Apr 26, 2020 | 8 wks Nov 26, 2019 Feb 4, 2020
Spring II Program Apr 27 – Jun 21, 2020 | 8 wks Nov 26, 2019 Mar 31, 2020
Summer Program Jun 29 – Aug 30, 2020 | 9 wks Jun 2, 2020 Jun 16, 2020
Drop-in Programs: No Need to Register!
Drop in anytime! Drop-in fitness and aquatic classes are free with membership or admission. No need to
register in advance. For drop-in fitness and aquatic schedules visit us at northernalberta.ymca.ca/programs
or northernalberta.ymca.ca/schedules
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Preschool Programs Family Fitness
Gym & Swim | (1-3yrs Parented) or (3-5yrs Parented) Family Dance
This program is designed to get your child moving Your family can be active together in this fun class
on land and in the water. We will be learning that teaches dances made for the whole family.
fundamental movement skills that can be applied to Baby & Me Tummy Time | (6wks–9mos)
sport skills in and out of the class. We will also include This is a post-natal fitness class dedicated to helping
team-building activities and songs to make this land you develop a healthy core and pelvic floor. It's a safe
and water class exciting. environment for parents to learn and practice parent
Pre-Sport | (2-3yrs Parented) or (3-5yrs Unparented) child bonding techniques and build healthy
This recreational program will develop your child’s connections.
fundamental movement skills and help foster a love Baby & Me Fitness | (6wks–9mos)
of sports and physical activity in a fun, inclusive Take care of yourself post-natal by bringing your baby
atmosphere. and stroller to this cardio and strength class. This
Y-Play Group | (6wks–5yrs Parented) program includes healthy core work and breathing
Children and their parents get to meet new friends, techniques to improve your strength and stamina.
socialize, try interesting activities, play games, and Baby & Me Barre | (6wks–9mos)
connect with other parents. In this course, 30 minutes Spend time with your baby and develop a stronger
are instructor-led and 60 minutes are self-directed. core and pelvic floor! This post-natal fitness class uses
Creative Movement | (3-5yrs) or (5-7yrs) ballet-based fitness movements to increase your
Participants will have fun as they explore creative strength and flexibility.
expression and learn basic physical literacy skills Baby & Me Aquafit | (3–9mos)
through dance, yoga, and other artistic movements. You and your baby will love this fun and interactive
Children will be encouraged to express their aquafit class, which provides an excellent cardio and
individual style and imagination while discovering strength workout that’s easy on the joints and
the world of movement. includes an amazing stretch sequence.
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LIL' DIPPERS PROGRAMS | 3-5yrs
YMCA Swim Lessons
Lil' Dippers programs introduce preschoolers to
LIL' DIPPERS – PARENT & TOT PROGRAMS | 6mos–3yrs a wide range of water activities, while setting a
Babies and toddlers develop their confidence to foundation for the critical life skill of swimming.
prepare for independent swim lessons. Skills include
Bobbers – Bob and float, assisted.
learning how to hold and assist your child, entering
Bobbers hold the wall, kick, blow bubbles, bob
and exiting the water safely, splashing and kicking,
unassisted, perform assisted front and back floats, and
getting faces wet, blowing bubbles and bobbing,
learn about water hazards.
assisted front and back floats, and towing. The Lil'
Dippers Parented Program is drop-in and does not Floater – Front/back floats.
require registration. Floaters learn front and back floats, and perform 3-metre
front and back glides.
Splashers
Gliders – Front, side and back glides.
At this early stage, children are still learning a lot about
Gliders develop deep water skills, perform 5-metre front
their environment. The goal of Splashers is to make
and back swims, and learn how to access EMS.
children and parents comfortable in the water together,
and (of course) to learn to splash with arms and legs! Divers – Kick on front and back for 5m.
Divers learn to surface support for 10 seconds, perform
Bubblers
5-metre front and back swims, and are introduced to
Introduce your child to new movements in the water,
boating safety.
including holding the wall, kicking feet, and blowing
bubbles. Parents get in on the fun by participating Surfers – Surface-support for 30 seconds.
with their children. Surfers perform kneeling dives, 15-metre front and back
swims, and learn about ice safety.
Dippers – Swim for 25m.
Dippers surface support for 45 seconds, perform
25-metre front and back swims, and are introduced to
throwing assists.
LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAMS | 6+yrs
Learn to Swim programs build a love for the water
and introduce fundamental swim skills to children
over the age of six.
Otter – Front, back, and side glides, submersion.
Otters go underwater and glide on top of the water.
Seal – Front, back and side glides unassisted, deep
water skills.
Seals use flutter kicks and roll the body from side-to-
side for streamlined movement through water.
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Dolphin – Glide and kick for 10m, swim underwater. STAR PROGRAMS | 6+yrs
Dolphins coordinate arms, legs, and breathing for Star Programs 1 through 4 help participants
smooth propulsion during front and back crawl. improve swim ability, learn new strokes, develop
Swimmer – Front and back crawl for 15m. endurance, and learn water sport, safety, and
Swimmers improve their front and back strokes, leadership skills.
endurance, and treading water skills. Star 1 – Elementary backstroke, eggbeater.
Star 1 swimmers whip kick on their backs and perform
Adult – Swim Lessons
a 75-metre endurance swim.
The YMCA offers drop-in swim lessons for adults of
all abilities. Whether you are working on becoming Star 2 – Breaststroke, swim for 100m.
comfortable in the water, building on your current Star 2 swimmers whip kick on their fronts, eggbeater
skills, or looking to improve your strokes, you are as surface support, and swim 100 metres.
welcome to attend! Instructors will design the swim Star 3 – Dolphin kick, swim for 200m.
lessons based on participant attendance. Star 3 swimmers elementary backstroke, dolphin kick,
Private Swim Lessons and perform a 200-metre endurance swim.
Focus on the skills you want to develop during one-on-one Star 4 – Sidestroke, swim proficiency, lifesaving.
30-minute lessons with an experienced instructor. Star 4 swimmers breaststroke, sidestroke, and perform
a 350-metre endurance swim.
Star Programs 5 through 7 help participants
continue to improve swim skills, refine strokes, and
develop endurance. They continue to learn and
practice water sport, safety, and leadership skills.
Star 5 – Butterfly, First Aid, teaching others.
Star 5 swimmers learn butterfly and throw a buoyant
aid to a swimmer, create and teach a water game,
and perform a 500-metre endurance swim.
Star 6 – Lifesaving recognition and rescue,
swim for 600m.
Star 6 swimmers learn First Aid, how to tow someone
to safety, demonstrate how to teach a skill, and
perform a 600-metre endurance swim.
Star 7 – Volunteer in aquatics, swim 400m in 12
minutes.
Star 7 swimmers learn First Aid, how to teach
someone a skill using effective feedback, and perform
a 12-minute 400-metre endurance swim.
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Aquafit – Shallow/Deep
Aquatic Fitness
Water resistance creates a challenging cardio
Baby & Me Aquafit | (3-9mos) workout that’s easy on the joints and is perfect for
You and your baby will love this fun and interactive all fitness levels.
aquafit class, which provides an excellent cardio
Aquafit – Warm Water
and strength workout that’s easy on the joints and
Specifically designed for those with arthritis or
includes an amazing stretch sequence.
mobility issues, this shallow water, warm-water fitness
Aquafit – Deep class helps relieve stiffness and increase range of
Get your cardio workout in deep water, where water motion during a safe, low-impact cardio and
resistance creates a challenging workout that’s easy strength workout.
on your joints. Flotation belts are available.
Aqua – Zumba
Aqua – Jog Aqua Zumba blends the Zumba philosophy with
This low-impact, high-cardio aquatic exercise is a great water resistance, for one pool party you shouldn’t
self-led workout for those recovering from injuries or miss! Make a splash by adding a low-impact, high-
looking for an alternative to land running. energy aquatic exercise to your fitness routine.
Aquafit – Shallow Y-Tri Swim | (16+yrs)
Get your cardio workout in shallow water, where Develop the swim skills you need to finish your first
water resistance creates a challenging workout that’s sprint triathlon in this program designed and led by
easy on your joints and is perfect for all fitness levels. knowledgeable and experienced coaches.
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Sports & Recreation Programs MARTIAL ARTS
Basketball | (5-7yrs) (7-9yrs) (9-12yrs) (12-14yrs) Aikido | (16+yrs)
Floor Hockey | (5-7yrs) (7-9yrs) (9-12yrs) (12-14yrs) Increase your strength, stamina, and balance in this
Soccer | (5-7yrs) (7-9yrs) (9-12yrs) (12-14yrs) non-violent martial arts class.
Volleyball | (7-9yrs) (9-12yrs) (12-14yrs) Judo | (6yrs–Adult)
These programs focus on sportsmanship and Develop self-discipline, balance, timing, and strategy
participation, where children and youth will develop sport while learning a sport that employs throwing and
skills through fun, progressive drills and games. grappling techniques. All participants will be required
to pay non-refundable Judo Alberta and club fees.
SPORTS & RECREATION | (12+yrs) Moh Pai Kung Fu | (16+yrs)
Increase your fitness and coordination in this
Open Gym
dynamic and fun martial arts class that’s perfect for
Bring your friends and family to open gym, an
all experience levels.
unstructured time where you can play pick-up sports
such as basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and more. Taekwondo | (6yrs–Adult)
Learn the principles and skills of taekwondo, a
Floor Hockey | (16+yrs)
recognized Olympic sport that builds strength and
Join in on recreational floor hockey for players of all
improves physical fitness while teaching discipline,
levels. Please provide your own helmet and use only
competitive awareness, self-defense, anti-bullying
plastic blades.
strategies, and social skills.
Soccer | (12-17yrs)
This skill-based version of soccer emphasizes skill,
passing, and control using small nets and a low-
bounce futsal ball in a game format.
Volleyball | (16+yrs)
Join in on recreational volleyball for players of all
levels. Team sizes are based on the number of
attendees.
Badminton, Squash, and Racquetball | (12+yrs)
Reserve a court up to three days in advance to enjoy
participant-organized recreational racquet sports for
any skill level. Equipment is provided.
Pickleball | (16+yrs)
Pickleball is a unique paddle sport where two or four
players use solid wood paddles to hit a ball, similar to
a Wiffle ball, over a net. Equipment is provided.
Ping Pong (Table Tennis) | (12+yrs)
Reserve the table for you and a friend up to three days
in advance. Equipment is provided.
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Zumba Kids | (4-12yrs)
Specialty Programs
The Zumba Kids program is a version of the
Sportball – Parented | (2-3yrs) Zumba program designed for children. It is a high-
Sportball – Unparented | (3-5yrs) or (5-7yrs) energy class packed with specially choreographed
Develop your child’s sport and social skills through routines and the latest music.
imaginative, age-appropriate activities that feel just
Active Y Kids | (7-12yrs)
like daily play.
Through a variety of activities and fun games, Active Y Kids
Purposeful Play Preschool | (3-5yrs) or (4-5yrs) offers a chance for children to improve and sustain a
This 10-month preschool program focuses on healthy lifestyle. This program incorporates cardiovascular
socialization, kindergarten preparation, and exercise and muscle conditioning, nutrition, and self-
developing physical literacy skills so that children will development education to improve overall health.
have a lifelong love of being active.
Junior Lifeguard Club | (8-15yrs)
Kids in the Kitchen | (4-5yrs) (5-7yrs) (7-9yrs) (9-12yrs) Develop skills based on personal bests in swimming,
Children prepare and taste simple recipes, practice lifesaving, fitness, knowledge, leadership, and
kitchen safety skills, and get the chance to read teamwork. This program provides high-activity
stories and make crafts. challenges in an energetic environment both on deck
Mermaid Swim School | (6-15yrs) and in the pool, plus an introduction to competitive
Participants will learn how to safely swim like a true lifesaving challenges. Prerequisites: Star 2 or
mermaid as they progress from No Tail to Tail Expert equivalent and 8+yrs. Assessments may be required.
in this unique program. Participants must have a full- YMCA Swim Club | (8-15yrs)
body Mertail, available at an additional cost. Take your swim skills to the next level while building
Prerequisites: Dolphin Swim Level or equivalent. confidence, sportsmanship, and a strong sense of
Assessments may be required. team. Work with our coaches to learn workouts in the
School Break Camps | (4-5yrs) (6-9yrs) (9-12 yrs) water and in the workout centre to improve your
YMCA day camps are designed to spark imagination endurance and swim skills. Prerequisites: Star 2 or
and build confidence, independence, and equivalent and 8+yrs. Assessments may be required.
communication skills. All participants will have the Badminton | (9-12yrs) or (12-17yrs)
opportunity to create positive peer friendships. Camps Participate in a fast-paced racquet sport that helps
provide hands-on learning and skills development improve agility, hand-eye coordination, and stamina.
through games, craft activities, active play, swimming, This program includes basic instruction and lots of
and more. YMCA day camps are available during PD game play.
days and school breaks in winter, spring, and summer.
Boxing | (Youth 8-15yrs) or (Adult 16+yrs)
Yoga Kids | (4-12yrs) Learn specialized boxing techniques and skills to gain
Children learn how to focus and center themselves strength and agility while getting a full-body workout
with various breathing and visualization techniques. in a non-competitive, non-contact program.
They will also learn self-respect and respect for others
Youth Night | (8-12 yrs)
with the practice of fun and challenging poses, partner
An opportunity for youth to participate in activities in
and group poses, lots of yoga games, breathing, and
all facility areas. First Friday of every month.
basic anatomy.
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Leaders in Training | (12-17yrs)
Group Fitness | (12+yrs)
Leaders in Training (LIT) helps youth develop skills in
the areas of situational leadership, communication, CARDIO FITNESS
and teamwork. Games, initiative tasks, special
Boxing | (16+yrs)
projects, and volunteer placements will enhance
Learn boxing skills to improve your power, agility, and
participants’ leadership skills and self-esteem. Youth
endurance in this cardio fitness class. Equipment is
will have an opportunity to participate in special
provided.
events and attend the YMCA Western Canadian
Leadership Conference through fundraising and Cardio Kickbox
volunteerism. Improve your fitness and have fun during this high-
intensity workout full of choreographed kickboxing
exercises.
HIGH Fitness
Try interval training with intense, but easy-to-follow
fitness choreography and music you’ll love.
Step
Develop your coordination and stamina with a high-
energy, choreographed step workout.
Kickboxing | (16+yrs)
Gain confidence and challenge yourself with this
cardio-based workout that uses aspects of boxing and
kickboxing. Learn proper techniques while getting a
full-body workout.
STRONG by Zumba
STRONG by Zumba combines body weight, muscle
conditioning, cardio, and plyometric training moves
synced to original music designed to match every
single move.
CARDIO & STRENGTH
Boxing Boot Camp
Energize your workout with this fast-paced program
that combines boxing and kickboxing drills with
strength and cardio intervals.
Boot Camp
Improve your balance, speed, agility, and coordination
with this high-intensity workout that uses both
equipment and your own bodyweight.
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Circuit Training STRENGTH
In this program, you’ll use timed sets of strength and
Barre
cardio intervals to maximize your training results.
Improve your core strength and flexibility using ballet-
High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) based fitness movements.
Get the results you’re looking for with this cardio
Core
and strength interval workout that uses short bursts
This non-aerobic class will condition your core by
of high-intensity activity, followed by short rest and
developing a strong foundation in your hips, abs, and
recovery periods.
lower back to prevent injuries and improve posture
Step & Strength and balance.
Develop your coordination and stamina with a high-
Group Power
energy, choreographed step workout, while you
Get a full-body weight training workout using an
improve your strength with resistance training.
adjustable barbell, weight plates, and your own
Synrgy 360 Circuit bodyweight
Using the Synrgy 360 system, work your way from
Strength
station to station in a cardio- and strength-based
Build endurance and coordination in this total-body
high-intensity workout.
strength training class.
Women’s Only
Strength – Lift
This class is designed for and taught by women in
Take your muscular strength and endurance to the
a women-only environment. Focusing on core and
next level in this total-body strength class.
strength exercises with some cardio components, it’s
perfect for all fitness levels. Strength – Max
Take your muscular strength and endurance to the
max in this barbell-focused total-body strength class.
TRX Suspension Training
The TRX Suspension Trainer is the original workout
system that leverages gravity and your bodyweight to
perform hundreds of exercises.
MIND & BODY
Fusion
Improve your flexibility, range of motion, and
balance while lowering your stress. This class offers a
combination of yoga, Pilates, Bender Ball, and stretching.
Meditation
Explore simple and effective techniques to cultivate
deeper mental and physical relaxation during this
gentle, restorative class.
10Tai Chi SPECIALTY FITNESS
Improve your range of motion, balance, breathing,
Break Through
flexibility, and mind-body connection using the
This class introduces muscle, bone, and ligament
meditative martial art of tai chi.
strengthening exercises designed specifically for
Yoga those with arthritis or osteoporosis.
Continue your pursuit of health, balance, and
Bridge to Wellness
harmony by practicing the many postures and
Participants recovering from illness or injury can find
techniques of yoga. Yoga improves circulation,
the help they need to start a regular fitness program
strength, and flexibility while increasing mindfulness
and develop social contacts while improving balance,
and breath awareness.
endurance, mobility, strength, and confidence.
Yoga for Back Health
Bridge to Sport
Strengthen your back and alleviate chronic pain in
Participants recovering from illness or injury can
this specialized yoga program.
engage in a variety of sports in a non-competitive
Yoga – Seated environment.
Designed for older adults, all poses in this yoga
Bridge to Cycle
class take place in a chair and focus on developing
Participants recovering from illness or injury will learn
strength and flexibility.
everything from bike setup to basic cycling drills that
Gentle Yoga will challenge their cardio fitness.
A calming, stress-relieving yoga class to stretch and
Cardio & Strength – Level 1
strengthen the body gradually. Emphasis is on building
Find the perfect balance of low-impact cardio, strength,
awareness of the breath and the body.
flexibility, core, and balance training at a moderate pace
Hatha Yoga in this Level 1 class.
Hatha involves a set of physical postures and breathing
Strength – Level 1
techniques, practiced more slowly and with more static
Build your muscular strength and endurance at a
posture holds.
moderate pace in this low-impact class.
Restorative Yoga
Yoga & Weights
Restorative Yoga uses a series of easy, supported poses
Suitable for all levels, this program incorporates
held for a long time under the right conditions
lightweight hand weights with yoga moves to
(including the use of many props) to tip the balance
strengthen, tone, and sculpt your whole body.
from “fight or flight” mode into maximum relaxation.
ACE – Alberta Cancer Exercise
Power Flow
Alberta Cancer Exercise assists individuals currently
This vinyasa-style power flow is a faster-paced yoga for
receiving cancer treatment (or who have completed
anyone who wants to develop grace and strength in
treatment within the last three years) to adopt an
their yoga practice.
active lifestyle to design an exercise program specific
Yin Yoga to each participant’s fitness level and individual goals.
This class is on the floor most of the time, using as many For details on registration, call (780) 492-6007 or email
props as needed to create as little possible effort while albertacancerexercise@ualberta.ca
holding poses.
11Autism Society – Get Active For Life Personal/Group Training
Active for Life inspires participants to get motivated,
moving, and invested in their well-being through Personal Training
customized fitness training sessions with a YMCA- Certified personal trainers will help you stay
certified trainer and the Centre for Autism’s motivated, ensure proper technique, and help you
kinesiologist. Every session includes a warm-up and build an exercise program that meets your individual
cool-down, and focuses on strength development, needs. Personal trainers can also provide sport-specific
cardio conditioning, and flexibility. training for events like triathlons or other races.
Partner Training
DANCE FITNESS Bring a friend and work with a certified personal
Zumba trainer to help you both meet your goals.
Zumba fuses Latin rhythms with easy-to-follow moves Group Training
to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program, mixing low- Get the benefits of working with a certified personal
and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie- trainer and the added motivation of working out in a
burning dance fitness party. group of three to five people.
Cardio Dance Large Group Training
Shake up your workout with this high-energy, dance- Teams, school groups, offices, or clubs will find a
infused fitness class. unique team-building experience in large group
Learn to Dance training. Specific programs include customized sport
Learn the fundamentals of dance in this beginner’s training, dryland training, functional fitness circuits,
dance class. customized boot camps, and TRX-Suspension training.
Zumba Toning Body Composition
Zumba Toning incorporates weighted toning sticks Have a certified personal trainer evaluate your body
while focusing on strength training the arms, abs, and composition and make recommendations to help you
thighs. reach your goals.
MixxedFit InBody Body Composition Assessment
MixxedFit is a fitness program that combines Get an assessment using the InBody 570 Body Composition
explosive dance movements with bodyweight toning. Analysis Technology, which provides a vital statistics report
including: basal metabolic rate, lean muscle mass, visceral
CYCLE FITNESS fat level, segmental fat, lean muscle analysis, and more.
Cyclefit
Challenge your cardio fitness as you cycle your way to
good health. This workout guides you through drills
such as hills, intervals, and sprints on the bike.
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Certifications
Bronze Star
YMCA Instructor Certification includes fitness theory The Bronze Star course provides excellent preparation
and fundamentals related to the type of certification, for success in Bronze Medallion. Participants develop
ongoing self-directed learning, and peer teaching. problem-solving and decision-making skills as
Yoga Fitness Instructor Certification individuals and in groups. They learn CPR and develop
This 50-hour course includes all the technical fitness Water Smart confidence and the lifesaving skills
course requirements you need to be a certified YMCA needed to be their own personal lifesaver. Includes
yoga instructor. CPR Level A and AED. Prerequisites: Recommended
12+yrs and Star 4.
YMCA Strength Instructor Certification
This 30-hour course includes all the technical fitness Bronze Medallion & Bronze Cross Combo Course
course requirements you need to be a certified YMCA The Bronze Medallion & Bronze Cross Combo course
strength instructor. teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles
embodied in the four components of water rescue
YMCA Cardio Choreography Instructor Certification
education: judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness.
This 26-hour course includes all of the technical
Participants must complete Bronze Medallion before
fitness course requirements you need to be a certified
Bronze Cross can be attempted. Includes CPR Levels
YMCA cardio choreography instructor.
A and C. Prerequisites: Bronze Star and 13+yrs.
YMCA Personal Trainer Certification Recertification: Please bring your Bronze Cross
This 40-hour course includes all of the technical award to the course.
fitness course requirements you need to be a certified
NL/AEC/O2 Course and Recertifications
YMCA personal trainer.
The NL program develops basic lifeguarding skills,
YMCA Cyclefit Certification principles, and the decision-making process to help
This 25-hour course includes all the technical fitness lifeguards evaluate and adapt to different aquatic
course requirements you need to be a certified YMCA facilities and emergencies.
Cyclefit instructor.
Aquatic Emergency Care (AEC) is a course that
YMCA Aquatic Fitness Instructor Certification develops participants’ First Aid skills with a focus
This 32-hour course includes all the technical fitness on aquatic injuries aid and is recommended for
course requirements you need to be a certified YMCA lifeguards.
aquatic fitness instructor in both deep and shallow water.
Oxygen Administration (O2) provides the knowledge
and techniques for the use of oxygen as a supplement
in an emergency care situation. Includes CPR Level
C and AED. Prerequisites: Bronze Cross and 16+yrs.
Recertification: Courses include all above certifications
and cannot be separated. Participants must bring copies
of their current awards to the course.
13Lifesaving Instructor Course & Recertifications YMCA Swim Instructor Course Lifesaving instructors are trained to teach and The YMCA Swim Instructor Course certifies evaluate the Canadian Swim Patrol Program, as well participants to teach the YMCA swim program. as the Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, Both classroom and pool sessions are included Lifesaving Fitness, and CPR-C/AED awards. Instructor in the course to help develop candidates into candidates train in the different learning styles competent swim instructors. Note: Upon completion and approaches required to teach water rescue, of classroom work, a 20- to 40-hour practicum education, and leadership in the Canadian Lifesaving is required before candidates are evaluated for Program. This introductory level is the base for all certification. Prerequisites: Bronze Cross, Standard other instructor certifications Prerequisites: 16+yrs First Aid or AEC, and 16+yrs. and current Bronze Cross or higher. National Lifeguard Instructor Clinic The National Lifeguard (NL) Instructor/Examiner clinic prepares candidates with the strategies needed to teach and evaluate new lifeguards in NL courses. Candidates are required to complete an apprenticeship after the clinic. Prerequisites: Pre- approval from Lifesaving Society Application, current NL option, current Lifesaving Instructor/Examiner, and 16+yrs. National Lifeguard Instructor Recertification National Lifeguard Instructor Recertification participants must be up to date on their Lifesaving Society mandatory updates and hold a National Lifeguard Instructor award and be in good standing with the Lifesaving Society. Assistant Volunteer Swim Instructor | (12+yrs) The Assistant Volunteer Swim Instructor assists the Swim Instructor in facilitating swim lessons. The Assistant Swim Instructor will carefully monitor all class participants to enforce safe practices, devote equal time to all participants, and refer questions from parents of participants to instructors. The Assistant Swim Instructor will also ensure that each child is safely returned to their parent/guardian/caregiver at the end of each lesson. Prerequisites: Minimum 12+yrs and completion of volunteer documentation with criminal record check. 14
First Aid Certifications
First Aid Instructor
Candidates learn how to teach and evaluate First Aid
skills in both aquatic and non-aquatic environments.
Candidates earn the Instructor Award(s) for the
current First Aid Award(s) they hold. Prerequisites:
Lifesaving Instructor, Standard First Aid (SFA), and/or
Aquatic Emergency Care (AEC) and 18+yrs.
First Aid Instructor Recertification
Instructors must have a First Aid Instructor certification
and be up to date on all mandatory updates and be in
good standing with the Lifesaving Society.
CPR-C/AED
CPR-C (Adult, Child & Infant) teaches how to
recognize circulatory emergencies, and perform
one- and two-rescuer CPR and choking procedures
for all age groups. CPR-C is included in Standard
First Aid (SFA) and Aquatic Emergency Care (AEC).
Prerequisites: 13+yrs.
Standard First Aid/CPR-C/AED & Recertifications
Standard First Aid provides comprehensive
training covering all aspects of First Aid and CPR.
Prerequisites: 13+yrs. Recertification: Must hold a
current Standard First Aid certification.
Party Bookings
Host your party or celebration at the YMCA!
You bring the food, decorations, and party supplies
while we provide the facility! Your party booking
provides facility access for up to 15 children/youth.
Please Note: Children under eight years of age
require adult supervision in the water at a ratio of 1:3.
Book three weeks in advance of party date:
Castle Downs Family YMCA: 780-377-3718
Jamie Platz Family YMCA: 780-930-9303
William Lutsky Family YMCA: 780-437-8482
Westwood Family YMCA: 780-790-9622
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Health, Fitness & Aquatics locations:
EDMONTON
Castle Downs Family YMCA Jamie Platz Family YMCA
11510 - 153 Avenue NW 7121 - 178 Street NW
(780) 476-YMCA (9622) (780) 481-YMCA (9622)
Hours: Hours:
Mon–Fri 5:30am–10:30pm Mon–Fri 5:30am–11:30pm
Sat & Sun 7am–9pm Sat & Sun 7am–9pm
Holidays 7am–9pm Holidays 7am–9pm
Don Wheaton Family YMCA William Lutsky Family YMCA
10211 - 102 Avenue NW 1975 - 111 Street NW
(780) 452-YMCA (9622) (780) 439-YMCA (9622)
Hours: Hours:
Mon–Fri 5am–10pm Mon–Fri 5:30am–10:30pm
Sat & Sun 7am–9pm Sat & Sun 7am–9pm
Holidays 7am–7pm Holidays 7am–9pm
WOOD BUFFALO | FORT MCMURRAY
Westwood Family YMCA
221 Tundra Drive
780 790-YMCA (9622)
Hours:
Mon–Fri 4:30am–10pm
Sat & Sun 7am–9pm
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