The Sharks/Minnows program is designed to give teens and young adults the opportunity to experience the challenges and benefits of working in aquatics. The program includes training and practical experience in instruction, shadow guarding, and special event planning. Once the training session is completed, the participant will be given the opportunity to volunteer during our swimming lessons, public swims, special events and staff in-services.

Program Prerequisites:

Provide two current reference letters (teacher, coach, pastor, employer) when you apply.
Complete a one day orientation.
Commit a minimum of 25 hours this summer (one lesson set, one leadership set and one special event)
Additional Prerequisites for Sharks Program:
•    14+ years old
•    Completed Swim Kids 10 on or before July 1, 2019
•    Additional Prerequisites for Minnows Program:
•    12 to 13 years old
•    Completed Swim Kids 10 on or before July 1, 2019
Application Deadline: July 1, 2019

Pick up your application form at Douglas Recreation Centre (20550 Douglas Crescent) or download it here.

Program Options and Fees:

SHARKS
•    $60.00 
•    Program Registration Fee
•    60 Hours of Leadership and Lifeguard Training
•    T-Shirt
•    Program Manual

MINNOWS
•    $50.00 
•    Program Registration Fee
•    30 Hours of Leadership and Lifeguard Training
•    T-Shirt
•    Program Manual

Each Shark and Minnow registrant will receive a 15% discount on all Advanced Aquatic Registration with the exception of WSI.
 

For swimming lesson sets, prices, dates and times, please see our Recreation Guide here.