Instructor/Lifeguard Training

Instructor/Lifeguard Subsidy Program - Apply today!
This program provides subsidized training courses to youth and adult residents (13+ years) who are experiencing financial hardship, and who are interested in a career or position as an Instructor/Lifeguard. The City subsidizes eligible Richmond applicants up to 90% of the total course fees.

 Frequently Asked Questions - Instructor/Lifeguard Subsidy Program
 Instructor Lifeguard Subsidy Program Application Form

1. Aquatic Attendant
2. Swimming Instructor
3. Instructor/Lifeguard

See the steps below on how to join our team and instructions on how to register for courses. View and print the  Instructor/Lifeguard Training flyer for more information.

Required training and qualifications:

Aquatic Attendant:

• Bronze Medallion
• Bronze Cross
• Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED
• Completion of Grade 10
• 15+ years of age

Swimming Instructor:

• Swim for Life Instructor
• Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED
• Completion of Grade 10
• 15+ years of age

Instructor/Lifeguard*:

• Bronze Medallion
• Bronze Cross
• Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED
• National Lifeguard Pool
• National Lifeguard Waterpark
• Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED 
• Swim for Life Instructor
• 16+ years of age

*To start as an Instructor/Lifeguard 1 versus an Auxiliary Junior Instructor/Lifeguard, the following is also required:

• Lifesaving Instructor
• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent
• 500 hours of Instructor/Lifeguard work experience 

 3 Ways to Register

• Select the blue button below
• 604-276-4300, Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:00pm
• In-person at any community facility 

INSTRUCTOR/LIFEGUARD COURSES

Visit www.lifesaving.bc.ca, www.redcross.ca or www.litaquatics.com for more information on the above courses.

Visit Instructor/Lifeguard Job Opportunities for more details.