What are the bronze swimming levels?

What are the bronze swimming levels? Swim Patrol has three levels: Rookie, Ranger, and Star. These programs continue to develop participants’ swim strokes and provide the skill foundation that prepares them for success in the

What are the bronze swimming levels?

Swim Patrol has three levels: Rookie, Ranger, and Star. These programs continue to develop participants’ swim strokes and provide the skill foundation that prepares them for success in the Society’s Bronze Medal awards.

What level of first aid is bronze medallion?

Candidates must have a minimum of either a Level 10 Red Cross Swim Award, a Bronze Star award, or must be 13 years old. Bronze Medallion teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles that make up the four components of water rescue: judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness.

What is the distance swim for bronze medallion?

400 metre
Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for assistant lifeguard training in Bronze Cross. Includes a 400 metre timed swim within 12 minutes.

Is it hard to get a bronze medallion?

To qualify to do the Bronze Medallion you must be able to swim 400m under 9 minutes (or 8:45 at Bronte Surf Club). For some people, this can be challenging, especially if you have not been swimming regularly or if you are a self-taught swimmer.

How long does bronze medallion last?

a 12 month
Re-Accreditation: The Bronze Medallion is only valid for a 12 month period. If you proceed and obtain your Pool Lifeguard Licence, there is no need to renew your Bronze Medallion, however if you are using your Bronze Medallion as a vocational qualification, you will need to renew it every 12 months.

How do you qualify for a Bronze Star?

What Is the Bronze Star Awarded for? The Bronze Star Medal recognizes service members who show acts of heroism in the field, or who are meritorious in their work. To qualify, service members must perform these acts during an armed conflict against an enemy of the United States.

How many laps is a 500 in a 25 yard pool?

25 Yard pool (Short Course)

Miles Yards Laps
100 yds 2 Laps
¼ mile (Sprint Distance) about 500 yards 10 Laps
½ mile about 800 yards 16 Laps
1 mile (Olympic Distance) about 1700 yards 34 Laps

What qualification do I need to be a lifeguard?

A National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is required for anyone looking to become a lifeguard. The course involves 36 hours of training and assessment and is provided by the Royal Life Saving Society. The qualification lasts two years before it needs to be renewed and you can begin work as soon as it’s obtained.

What do you need to do to get a bronze medallion?

Candidates refine their stroke mechanics, acquire self-rescue skills, and apply fitness principles in training workouts. Bronze Star is excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion and provides a fun introduction to lifesaving sport. Prerequisite: None (Swim Patrol experience recommended.)

Do you need a bronze medallion to be a lifeguard?

Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for assistant lifeguard training in Bronze Cross. Prerequisite: Minimum 13 years of age or Bronze Star certification (need not be current). Instruction & certification: Current Lifesaving Instructors teach and evaluate most items, but only Bronze Examiners may certify candidates.

What do you learn in a Bronze Star swimming course?

In Bronze Star, we emphasize rescue drills, fitness skills, and victim recognition. You will also learn CPR during this level. This course is ideal for those who have completed all levels of swimming lessons and who wish to continue to develop skills and prepare for lifeguarding and instruction.

How long does a bronze medallion medal last?

The Lifesaving Society deems its certifications to be “current” for 24 months from the certification date. Candidate recognition: Bronze Medallion medal, Bronze Medallion Award crest, certification card.