Part 1: Healthy Living and Aquatic Activities, Grade 10 Open (PAQ2O1) - Semester 1
Registration is now open
This program Includes the Lifesaving Society's Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross Certifications, and Intermediate First Aid with CPR/AED which are embedded in the Ontario Curriculum.
Ministry of Education - Ontario Secondary School Credit and Lifesaving Society Certifications:
- 1 Secondary School Credit – Healthy Living and Aquatic Activities (PAQ2O)
- Lifesaving Society's Bronze Medallion
- Lifesaving Society's Bronze Cross
- Lifesaving Society's Intermediate First Aid with CPR/AED
Prerequisites
Students must:
- be 13 years of age or older
- currently attend a Secondary School (Grades 9 - 12)
- be able to swim 400 metres
Location and Times
Milliken Mills Community Centre - Tuesday and Thursday Classes.
Start Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026
End Date: Tuesday, January 19, 2027
Times: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Milliken Mills Community Centre - 7600 Kennedy Rd., Markham, ON L3R 9S5, 905-477-6410
Cost: Please refer to the City of Markham for more information - cost covers Lifesaving Society course materials and exam fees.
Aquatic Leadership Courses through the City of Markham recommend 100% attendance. Late admission cannot be granted. For this reason, cancellation requests must be submitted a minimum of five business days prior to the start of the first class in order to receive a refund. No refund will be granted for late requests.
Pool and Classroom Instruction
September 24, 2026 to January 19, 2027
- September 24, 29
- October 1, 8 13,15, 20, 22, 27
- November 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26
- December 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17
- January 12, 14
Remote Learning Only Classes
Please review System Requirements and Policies & Procedures.
- October 6, 29
- November 3
- January 5, 7, 19
Course Expectations will be assessed and evaluated using Standard Lifesaving Society evaluation criteria and the Ontario Ministry of Education Curriculum Expectations.
An examiner and Instructor Trainer from the Lifesaving Society will evaluate the aquatic skills required for National Lifeguard and Swim and Lifesaving Instructor certifications.
How to Register
Registration involves two steps:
Step 1. Register with YRDSB Aquatic Leadership Program - Part 1.
Step 2. Register and make payment with the City of Markham for the Aquatic Leadership Program (YRDSB) - Part 1.
The decision to run classes is based on student enrollment and teacher availability. Students must attend all classes. Assessments and Evaluations will occur throughout the program.
International Student Fee: A payment of $1,000 will be collected electronically once programming starts. Please note refunds available upon request in writing up until the third day of class.
Part 2: Recreation and Healthy Active Living Leadership, Grade 12 University/College (PLF4M1) - Semester 2
Registration opens: December 2026
This program includes the Lifesaving Society's National Lifeguard Certification and the Lifesaving Society’s Swim and Lifesaving Instructor Certification and are embedded in the Ontario Curriculum
Ministry of Education - Ontario Secondary School Credit and Lifesaving Society Certifications:
- 1 Secondary School Credit – Recreation and Healthy Active Living Leadership, Grade 12 University/College (PLF4M1)
- Lifesaving Society's National Lifeguard Certification
- Lifesaving Society’s Swim and Lifesaving Instructor Certification
Prerequisites
Students must:
- hold Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid or Intermediate First Aid with CPR/AED (current certifications preferred)
- be 15 years of age by test dates
- currently attend a Secondary School (Grades 9 - 12)
- have completed at least 1 Secondary School Health and Physical Education Credit
Location and Times
Milliken Mills Community Centre - Tuesday and Thursday Classes.
Start Date: Tuesday, February 9, 2027
End Date: Thursday, June 10, 2027
Times: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Milliken Mills Community Centre - 7600 Kennedy Rd., Markham, ON L3R 9S5, 905-477-6410
Cost: Please refer to the City of Markham for more information - cost covers Lifesaving Society course materials and exam fees.
Aquatic Leadership Courses through the City of Markham recommend 100% attendance. Late admission cannot be granted. For this reason, cancellation requests must be submitted a minimum of five business days prior to the start of the first class in order to receive a refund. No refund will be granted for late requests.
Pool and Classroom Instruction
February 9, 2027 to June 10, 2027
- February 9. 11, 16,18, 23, 25
- March 2, 4, 9, 11, 30
- April: TBC
- May 4, 11, 18, 20, 25, 27
- June 1, 3, 8
Remote Learning Only Classes
Please review System Requirements and Policies & Procedures.
- March 23, 25
- April: TBC
- May 6, 13
- June 10
Course Expectations will be assessed and evaluated using Standard Lifesaving Society evaluation criteria and the Ontario Ministry of Education Curriculum Expectations.
“An examiner and Instructor Trainer from the Lifesaving Society will evaluate the aquatic skills required for National Lifeguard and Swim and Lifesaving Instructor certifications.”
How to Register
Registration for Part 2 opens in December 2026 and will involve two steps:
Step 1. Register with YRDSB Aquatic Leadership Program - Part 2
Step 2. Register and make payment with the City of Markham for the Aquatic Leadership Program (YRDSB) - Part 2.
The decision to run classes is based on student enrollment and teacher availability. Students must attend all classes. Assessments and Evaluations will occur throughout the program.
International Student Fee: A payment of $1,000 will be collected electronically once programming starts. Please note refunds available upon request in writing up until the third day of class.