Adult and Older Adult Programs

Link - Kitchen Area

Everyone's favourite ...one pan, a few delicious layers and voila! amazing treats to wow your guests...and so good to give as gifts! In this workshop you'll learn some recipes that will become a staple in your kitchen and not just for the holidays. Please ensure you wear closed-toed shoes.

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Link - Kitchen Area

Everyone is a comfort food lover of some sort! Here our popular chef will guide you to create some of the mainstays of comfort food like those velvety soups with toppings galore or beef pot pie to die for and many more you may never have tried before! Each workshop is different...so don't miss one!

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Link - Kitchen Area

Don't ever forget Apples! Ancient mythology speaks of apple trees as sacred and symbolizing good health and future happiness...so let's eat some...In this workshop you'll make country apple fritter bread, white cheddar, bacon and apple biscuits (which everyone will ask you to bring to parties). Each Fall Flavours workshop will focus on different fall harvest delights so take them all! Please ensure you wear closed-toed shoes.

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Link - Kitchen Area

Oh the sweet pear! They are rich in essential antioxidants, fiber, fat-free and cholesterol-free...now other than enjoying them straight from the tree...what to make with them? Tonight you'll learn how to make mini-custard pear pies and, wait for it...pear & leek galette with goat cheese & walnuts...yum! Each Fall Flavours workshop will focus on different fall harvest delights, so take them all! Please ensure you wear closed-toed shoes.

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Link - Kitchen Area

Doesn't everyone love pies? The fall harvest means pies must be made, it has to be law somewhere. So we'll show you 3 amazing and easy pie recipes that you can gift, freeze, or just enjoy yourself! Each Fall Flavours workshop will focus on different fall harvest delights, so take them all! Please ensure you wear closed-toed shoes.

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Link - Kitchen Area

The iconic big, orange, happy pumpkin and the reliable and sweet butternut squash! Did you know people call each other pumpkin as an endearment like 'sweetheart'? Well, we'll stick to cooking with these resilient fruits, and there are so many possibilities, here you'll make pumpkin spice coffee cake (it will become a standard in your house) and butternut squash wellingtons! (a sure hit) Each Fall Flavours workshop will focus on different fall harvest delights, so take them all! Please ensure you wear closed-toed shoes.

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Link - Kitchen Area

A food adventure is what you'll experience when signing up for these workshops. Street food and iconic traditional recipes from Israel, Africa, Mexico, Italy and so many more countries will be explored with our well-known and popular chef. This workshop will take you to Morocco! Every workshop is different so sign up for all of them and prepare to be surprised and delighted!

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Link - Kitchen Area

There are so many unique ingredients and dishes to explore within our indigenous Canadian culture. In this workshop, we'll show you how to make BBQ Chicken Frybread and Butternut Squash Bannock Pizza...delish!!All our Food Explorer Series workshops are different, so try them all! Please ensure you wear closed-toed shoes.

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Link - Kitchen Area

There are so many unique ingredients and dishes to explore within our indigenous Canadian culture. What are 'climate hero ingredients'? Simply put, ingredients you use in your diet that are environmentally friendly and help to reduce food waste. Plant-based foods such as fruits and vegetables, whole grains, beans, peas, nuts and lentils generally use less energy, land and water and have lower greenhouse gas intensities than animal-based foods. And let's not forget, putting leftovers to work can also be considered a climate hero! We'll explore recipes containing those ingredients, such as delicious black bean burgers, vegetarian laksa and Korean fried cauliflower, there are so many possibilities. All our Food Explorer Series workshops are different, so try them all! Please ensure you wear closed-toed shoes.

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Link - Kitchen Area

A food adventure is what you'll experience when signing up for these workshops. Most of us love soups, but do you need a change? Here, our instructor will show you how to make some delectable new soups like Tuscan Ribollita, Cider & Onion Soup with Cheese & Apple Toasts or even Chunky Peanut Soup! Every workshop is different so sign up for all of them and prepare to be surprised and delighted!

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Link - Kitchen Area

A food adventure is what you'll experience when signing up for these workshops. West African cuisine is extremely diverse with over a dozen countries. A big part of their food culture lies in stews such as ground nut sweet potato stew. In this workshop, we'll make some of these traditional dishes including Nigerian meat pies and jollof rice (delicious rice cooked in tomato and pepper puree). Every workshop is different, so sign up for all of them and prepare to be surprised and delighted!

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Link - Kitchen Area

A food adventure is what you'll experience when signing up for these workshops. Cinnamon Rolls, Spinach & Cheese Calzones, Garlic & Parmesan Monkey Bread and, of course, flat bread and pizza are just a few of the magic tricks you can pull out of the freezer. Having homemade doughs of different kinds ready in the freezer opens up a whole new world of deliciousness for your family and guests, always tastes better homemade! We'll show you how to make a dough and freeze it properly and go over some amazing recipes you can make using that dough. Every workshop is different so sign up for all of them and prepare to be surprised and delighted!

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Link - Kitchen Area

A food adventure is what you'll experience when signing up for these workshops. Have you tried moussaka or stuffed zucchini in lemon sauce and how about spanakopita, we'll show you how to make a few of these recipes and you'll take some home too! Every workshop is different so sign up for all of them and prepare to be surprised and delighted!

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Link - Kitchen Area

A food adventure is what you'll experience when signing up for these workshops. Lazing around on Sunday morning or expecting company to stay over ...want something like a one-pot dynamo to impress and enjoy instead of tons of dishes and 15 different things to cook in the morning? Check this workshop out, we'll show you some really cool casseroles and other dishes that, with a little prep the day before or even early morning, you'll be enjoying your morning coffee in peace. Every workshop is different so sign up for all of them and prepare to be surprised and delighted!

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Link - Kitchen Area

The very latest food trend is here at The Link Kitchen...and who knew mushrooms are being transformed into mocha lattes, mushroom jerky and other wild things. Our instructor will open the mushroom world up for you with cool new recipes including delicious mushroom burgers! Please ensure you wear closed toed shoes.

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A food adventure is what you'll experience when signing up for these workshops. Functional Foods are trending big-time...these are ingredients that offer health benefits that extend beyond their nutritional value. Examples are conventional foods like fermented foods (kimchi), seeds, nuts, fruit, vegetables, legumes, herbs & spices, etc.Our chef will explore how to put these power-house ingredients together that taste nothing like 'nutritional' but just simply delicious! Every workshop is different, so sign up for all of them and prepare to be surprised and delighted!

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Link - Kitchen Area

Did you know there are at least 15 different types of flour, almond, coconut, quinoa, even cassava just to name a few? Whether you're intolerant or prefer gluten-free, there's a flour out there for you. Our Chef has some pretty cool recipes using some of these trending flours that you'll love. Please ensure you wear closed toed shoes.

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Link - Kitchen Area

We get it...from decorating, shopping, getting the tree and organizing your get-togethers you don't have time to get creative or look up new appetizer ideas...let us do that for you. Our chef will introduce really, really good appetizers that your guests, or just you, will love and keep them coming back! Try them while decorating your tree or hosting that holiday party or make a meal out of them when you're tired of all the big meals (don't we all do that?) Please ensure you wear closed-toed shoes.

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Link - Kitchen Area

Doesn't everyone need cookies in their life? The holidays gives us a perfect excuse to make dozens and dozens...and we have to test them right? In this workshop, you'll get the low-down on some delectable recipes that you'll enjoy sharing with friends and family. Please ensure you wear closed-toed shoes.

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Link - Kitchen Area

mmmm...pies... traditional or hand held, what can be more delicious than flaky pastry with so many possibilities for delicious sweet and savoury fillings...our instructor, who knows a thing or two about baking, will lead the way on your pie discovery for the holidays. Please ensure you wear closed-toed shoes.

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Link - Kitchen Area

Ok, it's just turkey and you don't have to make a whole one and wait hours and hours hoping it's perfect...why not try a few new twists on turkey for the holidays. In this workshop, we'll cover turkey breast with pistachios and prunes (very showy), cranberry turkey meatloaf (it really is delicious!) and turkey wellington.

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For those 15-18 that love to cook and are looking for more...Our professionally-trained Chef instructor will explore and elevate your cooking knowledge and skills. You'll be fascinated with a whole world of techniques and recipes that are so important to the foodie culture!

Note: This is a 4 session program. Please bring a container for take-home treats!

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Our feathered friends need a little snack here and there with the weather changing...these birdseed ornaments and other hanging treats feed the birds and look cool hanging from trees and hooks...and you have set the stage for perfect birdwatching! Why not gift some too? Our instructor will help step by step on how to put these together, and, of course, you'll take them home! Our craft series will cover lots of different topics so try them all!

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Link - Meeting Room #1

This workshop introduces you to painting candles with wax...your design is unique to you and makes for beautiful gifts. Our instructor provides you all the steps, guidance, ideas and supplies you need and, of course, you'll take some home! Our craft series will cover lots of different topics so try them all!

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Link - Meeting Room #1

This is the season to get creative...our instructor will show you so many cool ideas for making your own unique wreaths like paper ones or even rag wreaths...our fav! But you can't just have a wreath for the whole season...you need more and we hear you!...we'll cover other things like a falling leaf display and so much more. Our craft series will cover lots of different topics so try them all!

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Link - Meeting Room #1

If you've visited The Link lately, you may have noticed the decor...we always have new crafting pieces on display and currently have beautiful floral displays stretching across some walls ...all made from craft paper. With fall and holidays approaching we're going to tackle paper stars and more...Our instructor will show you how it's done and you'll take some home to proudly display. Our craft series will cover lots of different topics so try them all!

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Link – Hall

This rehab of our fall orange friend will amaze you...and we're not just painting real pumpkins...we're making pumpkins that you'll want to leave out all winter ...from pom pom pumpkins to twinkling light glass pumpkins...so many ideas...so little time! Of course, you'll take your treasures home. Our craft series will cover lots of different topics so try them all!

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Link – Hall

Oooh..we have so many ideas to share...come and join our instructor as she shows you DIY Christmas trees you can make from really simple materials that honestly look cool and unique...of course, we'll offer up materials to make your own wreaths but we'll also show you how to reimagine the standard wreath. You'll take home your creations to show off to the neighborhood! Our craft series will cover lots of different topics so try them all!

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GPV - School House

Craft a rustic-style decor piece for your home inspired by the autumn hues of a rural past.

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GPV - School House

Craft a rustic-style decor piece for your home inspired by a dark and foggy night in a 19th-century rural home!

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GPV - School House

Craft a rustic-style decor piece for your home inspired by the midwinter tradition of bringing nature inside during this dark time of year.

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12 and up
GPV - School House
Feeling witchy? With a selection of bottles, jars, labels and ingredients we will make a Halloween-themed potion bottle that would fit right in to any dusty old pantry!
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12 and up
GPV - School House
Make an articulated paper doll in the style of Victorian scrap craft.
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12 and up
GPV - School House
Craft a late-Victorian Dresden scrap-inspired Christmas tree ornament.
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12 and up
GPV - School House
This style of folk dancing is made up of long lines of couples dancing together. Come alone or bring friends, as together we will learn to dance in the style so typical of a rural barn dance!

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55+ Friendly Yoga Level 1

GIP – Hall

55+ Friendly Yoga - Level 1 is specifically designed for the 55+ body in mind but anyone 18+ is welcome. This yoga program incorporates gentle stretches that help your joints, increase mobility and balance, all while providing relaxation. Participants should be able to move from floor to standing position with ease. Please bring a yoga mat, towel and comfortable clothing to each class.
New - If you hold a Annual Club 55 Membership or 90+ Club 55 Membership, you automatically receive $5.00 off your registration!

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GIP – Hall

55+ Friendly Yoga - Level 2 is designed for those who have already graduated from Level 1 and are looking for a greater understanding of the modifications and movements that help increase mobility. You will build on the basic poses, increase balance, learn relaxation techniques and add additional sequences. Please bring a yoga mat, towel and comfortable clothing to each class. Anyone 18+ is welcome in to this class.
New - If you hold a Annual Club 55 Membership or a 90+ Club 55 Membership, you automatically receive $5.00 off your registration!

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GIP – Hall

Core Fusion is the best of all worlds in one class! Yoga flow sequences are integrated in a full body strengthening class. Leaving room for a blissful stretch and shavasana at the end to help loosen any tight muscles from work. Final part of the class will leave you feeling refreshed, stretched and ready to take on the week ahead
This program is also part of the Fitness Pass and is available as a drop-in program for the duration of the start and end dates posted. For more information, visit our Fitness Pass page.

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GIP - Gym Gymnasium

This program is designed to maintain and improve mobility. This class will increase muscular strength as well as balance and coordination. We will incorporate gentle exercises and stretches. This is a 55+ friendly activity but anyone 18+ is welcome. Participants are encouraged to bring with them their own water bottle, fitness mat. Fitness mats will not be provided on-site.

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GIP – Hall

A fun, high energy one hour cardio and strength training class involving circuit/interval training, running drills, muscle conditioning, and exercises using your body weight and different equipment will give your body an all-over workout. Anyone can do this class from beginner to advanced as all exercises can be modified. Every class is different so you never get bored. No special equipment needed.
This program is also part of the Fitness Pass and is available as a drop-in program for the duration of the start and end dates posted. For more information, visit our Fitness Pass page.

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GIP - Gym Gymnasium

Maximize your training with this  unique class using TRX and circuit training which targets every muscle in your body to increase  strength, mobility and your overall fitness level. All levels welcome. Please bring a water bottle, towel and or yoga mat. (For stretching)** This registration is for the full session of this fitness program, this fitness class is also available on the Fitness Pass on a drop-in basis.

This program is also part of the Fitness Pass and is available as a drop-in program for the duration of the start and end dates posted. For more information, visit our Fitness Pass page.

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GIP - Gym Gymnasium

This program offers all the benefits of exercise that go well beyond fitness. Regular activity can do wonders for your body, mind and well-being. The Wellness Workout is Low Impact with an emphasis on cardio, weights and balance. We will use handheld weights to boast bone health and improve the quality of your life. Increasing your heart rate will exercise your heart muscle to increase the quantity of your life. Do not under-estimate the Power of Exercise! Note: Floor work will be part of this class. Mats & Weights are provided. Wear running shoes and bring water.
Now use your Fitness Pass!

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GIP – Hall and GSA Hall
This program is for those newer to yoga or those wanting  a basic or slower flow yoga class. This class will introduce foundational yoga postures, teach traditional breathing techniques and help you feel more  comfortable when practicing yoga. This is a slower paced, but both mentally and physically challenging class.
Note: Little to no yoga experience is required.
This program is also part of the Fitness Pass and is available as a drop-in program for the duration of the start and end dates posted. For more information, visit our Fitness Pass page.

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GIP – Hall

Zumba has become one of the fastest growing Latin dance-inspired fitness crazes in North America and has reached far and wide across the world. People of all ages are falling in love with its infectious music, energetic dance moves and body-sculpting benefits. Come dance to the rhythms of Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton and other Latin beats.
This program is also part of the Fitness Pass and is available as a drop-in program for the duration of the start and end dates posted. For more information, visit our Fitness Pass page.

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GIP – Hall

Zumba Toning combines body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work infused with Zumba moves to create a calorie-torching, strength-training fitness party. The challenge of adding resistance helps you focus on specific muscle groups, so you (and your muscles) stay engaged! Participants will learn how to use lightweight toning sticks to enhance rhythm and tone all their target zones, including arms, abs, and thighs.
This program is also part of the Fitness Pass and is available as a drop-in program for the duration of the start and end dates posted. For more information, visit our Fitness Pass page.

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GPV - School House

An evening learning about Pefferlaw's George K. Johnston and his time overseas during World War 1. George's younger sister, Ruth, held onto mementoes of George's time at war. Her descendants donated the collection of medals, photographs, correspondence and souvenirs to the Village. Join us as we learn about George's service to Canada through this collection.

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GPV - School House

Learn more about your Ontario 19th and 20th-century ancestors using free genealogy sites. We will focus on land records in Ontario using FamilySearch and the Ontario Land Registry Office site, OnLand. Bring your own laptop or follow along on our big screen.

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GPV - Mann House

Have you ever wanted to visit the museum after dark? The museum will host a small group for a flashlight tour of some of the Village's historic buildings. Your guide will share some of the darker tales from Georgina's history. Bring your own flashlight!

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Pawlished Puppy is a 6-week class for puppies less than 5 months of age -  focusing on basic skills, proper socialization and how to build an unbreakable bond with your pup! This class aims to make training FUN and helps create good communication between you and your puppy, builds confidence in yourself as a handler and helps you navigate the world with a better-behaved and well-adjusted puppy!

Note: This training class is geared towards puppies under 5 months of age and addresses basic skills and socialization. It is an outdoor, group class and the program runs rain or shine!
If your pup experiences any behavioural challenges or reactivity please contact the instructor; Michelle Phillips (thepawlisheddog@gmail.com) to determine if this class is the right fit for you!

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Work in Paw-gress is a 6-week class for dogs over 6 months of age.This class focuses on basic skills, problematic behaviours and management techniques to help navigate puppy adolescence and adulthood and helps set you up to succeed! The main objective of this class is to help strengthen the bond between you and your dog, to build confidence in yourself as a handler, and to make training FUN!

Note: This training class is held in an outdoor, group setting and the program runs rain or shine!
If your dog experiences any behavioural challenges or reactivity please contact the instructor; Michelle Phillips (thepawlisheddog@gmail.com) to determine if this class is the right fit for you!

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Drum Circle

De La Salle – Chapel

Join us for an afternoon of self-expression, community, learning and playing! No previous drumming experience is necessary. All ages and abilities are welcome.

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GIP - Gym Gymnasium
This program offers all the benefits of exercise that go well beyond fitness. Regular activity can do wonders for your body, mind and well-being. The Wellness Workout is Low Impact with an emphasis on cardio, weights and balance. We will use handheld weights to boost bone health and improve the quality of your life. Increasing your heart rate will exercise your heart muscle to increase the quantity of your life. Don't underestimate the Power of Exercise!

Note: Floorwork will be part of this class. Mats & Weights are provided. Wear running shoes and bring water.
Now use your Fitness Pass!
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ROC - Hill – Archery

This program will teach participants all they need to know about Archery through playing interactive games and engaging activities. The program will focus on safety, proper stance, technique and how to hit the target using a camp bow! This program is suited for persons of all abilities and all equipment is provided.

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GIP - Gym Gymnasium

This pick-up program is for players with a mixed skill level. Bumping, setting, blocking and spiking are fairly consistent, you might also see some organized attacks. This program is for players who enjoy volleyball and are looking for a fun time.

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Don't be shy...come out and try it!!! This mini-tennis game is played by 2 or 4 people on a badminton-sized court using wood paddle racquets and a plastic, poly baseball with holes. Pickleball is a combination of Ping-Pong, tennis, and badminton and has been enjoyed for over 20 years by people of all ages.  

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Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in North America - and in Georgina! We're offering this time slot for players who are intermediate to advanced in their Pickleball skill set to come out and play against other players. If you are new to the game of Pickleball, we offer many opportunities to play the game throughout the week. Speak to a staff member at the front desk for more information. 

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Participants will learn to prevent accidents, identify hazards, determine safe practices, and educate the public about risks associated with aquatic activities and how to be safe around water. They are also trained to spot potential trouble and intervene before it becomes life-threatening. Includes a 400m timed swim. Lifeguarding is a fun, exciting and rewarding job; it is also a job that requires an enormous amount of responsibility. 100% attendance is mandatory.

Prerequisite: 15 years of age by the end of the course, Bronze Cross & Standard First Aid with CPR 'C'.

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The Swim Instructor portion of the course prepares the individuals to teach and evaluate the swimming strokes and related skills found in the Lifesaving Society's Swim for Life program. Candidates acquire proven teaching methods, planning skills, and a variety of stroke development drills and correction techniques.This course is 100% mandatory attendance.  

Prerequisites: 15 years of age by the end of the course; Bronze Cross or NLS certification (need not be current).

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