Becoming A Leader: Aquatic Leader In Training Program

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to become a lifeguard or swim instructor? Now is your chance to find out! A free program for youth ages 13+ who are interested in pursuing leadership, being involved in aquatic programming, water safety and drowning prevention in Aylmer and area.

The Becoming a Leader program includes group-based learning, activities and experience at aquatic programing in Aylmer and area. Topics covered include: communication, leadership, child development, planning, organization and teamwork.

Participants will be required to demonstrate the Lifesaving Society Swim to Survive Standard (Roll into deep water, Tread 1 minute, Swim 50 metres) and complete a 300-metre timed swim.

Participants of the Becoming A Leader program will receive a certificate of participation upon completion and are eligible to apply to join in the Emerging Leaders program to gain 15-20 hours of additional program placement experience between July 1-August 24, 2025, building skills and experience, progressing on their aquatic leadership journey. The Emerging Leader Program Application is provided to participants of the Becoming a Leader program and is required to be submitted as outlined by June 14, 2025.

Program Dates:
Tuesdays, weekly from May 27-June 10 from 6-8pm and

Saturday, June 14 from 1:30-4:30pm (In water session)

Location: Aylmer Outdoor Pool/Kinsmen Park

Register online by May 26, 2025

Thank you to the Aylmer Area Community Foundation for their support of this program.