Begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as assistant lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs.
Lifeguard Lessons
The County of Brant offers Advanced Aquatics Lifesaving Society Certification courses to help swimmers towards their lifeguarding aspirations.

2026 Advanced Aquatics Courses
| Course | Ages | Dates | Time | Fee | Exam Date | Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze Star | 10-17 years |
Mondays and Wednesdays June 1 to June 24 |
4:00 pm to 5:30 pm | $120.00 | N/A | 8927 |
| Bronze Star | 10-17 years |
Monday to Friday August 31 to September 4 |
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm | $120.00 | N/A | 8928 |
| Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid | 13 to 18 years |
Mondays and Wednesdays June 1 to 24 |
4:00 pm to 6:30 pm | $272.00 | June 24 | 8929 |
| Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid | 13 to 18 years |
Monday to Friday August 31 to September 4 |
3:30 pm to 7:30 pm | $272.00 | Sept 4 | 8931 |
| Bronze Cross | 13 to 18 years |
Monday to Friday August 31 to September 4 |
3:30 pm to 7:30 pm | $159.00 | Sept 4 | 8930 |
| National Lifeguard RECERT | 15 + years | Friday, June 5 | 8:00 am to 1:00 pm | $159.00 | June 5 | 8932 |
How to Register
- View the Aquatics Guide online for activity information, dates and activity codes
- Login to your account or create a new account on our COBConnect webpage
- Register for your activities
- If you experience any difficulty signing up after registration is open, contact Community Services at 519.442.1944 during regular business hours. (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm)
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