The Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Star develops swimming proficiency, lifesaving skill and
personal fitness. Candidates refine their stroke mechanics, acquire self-rescue skills,
and apply fitness principles in training workouts. Bronze Star is excellent preparation for
success in Bronze Medallion and provides a fun introduction to lifesaving sport.

Prerequisite: candidates must be 8-12 years of age. Should be able to swim 100 meters of front crawl, back crawl and breast stroke.

The Canadian Lifesaving Manual is required for both Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross, so it is used for all 3 courses. It is an important resource for your child's lifesaving journey.

If you already have a copy of the Canadian Lifesaving Manual, please email info@vancouverlifeguards.com for a code to remove the book fee.

Cancellation/Refund policy:

Refunds, credits or transfer requests must be emailed to info@vancouverlifeguards.com.

5+ days before the course starts: If a refund request is received a minimum of 5 days prior to the start of the course a full refund will be provided, less a $10 administration fee. If a transfer request is received a minimum of 5 full days prior to the start of the course participants can transfer to a different course date at no cost. Transfer options/availability can be discussed at that time. Future course must be within 6 months of initial course.

Less than 5 full days notice before the start of the course: If a request is received with less than 5 full days prior to the start of the course, participants can transfer to a different course date for an administrative transfer fee equal to HALF (50%) of the course cost. If a course has already begun, a doctor's note is required to transfer to another course for an administrative transfer fee equal to HALF (50%) of the course cost. Course materials (Canadian Lifesaving Manual, Alert Manual) are excluded from the 50% transfer credit amount. No transfers will be permitted once course has completed. No refunds will be permitted within 5 days prior to start of the course.