Fall 2023 Tryouts:
Saturday, September 16 - 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Wednesday, September 20 - 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Orillia Recreation Centre
WHAT IS LIFESAVING SPORT?
The Lifesaving Sport program is an internationally recognized sport that combines swimming and lifesaving skills in a fun and energetic team environment. The Orillia Lifesaving Team (OLT) aims to engage everyone eight years of age and up and encourages lifesavers to develop, maintain and improve the essential physical and mental skills needed to save lives in the aquatic environment through high-performance sport and competition. Lifesaving Sport is recognized by the International Olympic Committee and the Commonwealth Games Federation, and competitions are held in Ontario, Canada and internationally, depending on the level.
What is the Orillia Lifesaving Team?
The first of its kind in Orillia, the Orillia Lifesaving Team (OLT) is Orillia's very own Lifesaving Sport program. Support from Hydro One will provide brand new equipment for the program, including manikins, throw rope, rescue tubes and fins, and cover additional start-up costs for the program.
The Lifesaving Sport Mission
Lifesaving Sport is the only sport where skills are first learned for humanitarian purposes. Through Lifesaving Sport, the Lifesaving Society seeks to engage and inspire youth in a drowning prevention mission. The Lifesaving Sport objectives are:
- To support the drowning prevention work of the Lifesaving Society and its humanitarian mission.
- To provide athletes, coaches, and officials opportunities for participation in lifesaving sport at all levels from developmental to high performance.
- To position the Lifesaving Society internationally as a leader in lifesaving sport.
OLT Registration Package
OLT COMPETITION - ORC
Results - Session 1 (11 & Under)Results - Session 2 (12 & Over)
Orillia Lifesaving Team Waterfront Lifesaving Sport Levels and Practice Schedule
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FUNdamentals Program (7–16 years):
The Orillia Lifesaving Team FUNdamentals program provide training for those athletes interested in participating in Lifesaving Sport aren’t ready to be a part of our competitive program. This Program Breaks up into 2 different levels Junior FUNdamentals is for athletes who are 7-11 years old, and the Senior FUNdamentals is for those 12-16 years old.
Junior FUNdamentals (7-11 years) and Senior FUNdamentals (12-16 years):
This is a great introduction to Lifesaving Sport, which involves learning lifesaving skills in a competitive setting. Athletes in this group develop fitness and swimming skills, including stroke correction, endurance and speed. Lifesaving Sport is a great way to bridge the gap between swimming lessons and leadership courses while also developing stronger swimming abilities, staying fit and having fun. Athletes in this group participate in one hour of practice per week with a Lifesaving Coach responsible in assisting the athlete in meeting their fitness goals.
• Practice once a week for one hour
• October 2023 – June 2024
• $320 (R) + tax (payment plans available) or $416 (NR) + tax (payment plans available)
• Practice Times - 7–11-year-olds: Fridays - 6:30pm – 7:30pm
• Practice Times - 12–16-year-olds: Fridays - 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Competitive Team (7 years+):
The Orillia Lifesaving Team – Competitive team is for athletes looking to compete at competitions in the sport. Competitions vary in level and difficulty from intra-club meets to Provincial and National Championships. This way is a great for you to join the world of competitive lifesaving. The levels that are included are as follows: Junior Team: Bronze, Silver, and Gold, and the Senior Team.
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BRONZE
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This is a great introduction to Lifesaving Sport, which involves learning lifesaving skills in a competitive setting. Athletes in this group develop fitness and swimming skills, including stroke correction, endurance, and speed. Lifesaving Sport is a great way to bridge the gap between swimming lessons and leadership courses while also developing stronger swimming abilities, staying fit and having fun. Athletes in this group participate in one hour of practice per week with a Lifesaving Coach responsible in assisting the athlete in meeting their fitness goals.
• Practice once a week for one hour
• October 2023 – June 2024
• $320 (R) + tax or $416 (NR) + tax (payment plans available)
• Practice Times - 7–11 years: Fridays 5:30pm – 6:30pm
• Practice Times - 12–16 years: Fridays 6:30pm-7:30pm
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SILVER
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This group consists of athletes ready to take a more serious approach to Lifesaving Sport after being in our bronze level. Athletes in this group have demonstrated the required swimming abilities as well as the drive to compete at a higher level. Practices at this level are much more challenging and demand a higher commitment level to better meet the athlete’s goals.
• Practice two - three times a week
• October 2023 – June 2024
• 7-11 years $640 (R) + tax or $832 (NR) + tax (payment plans available)
• 12-16 years: $700 (R) + tax or $910 (NR) + tax (payment plans available)
• Practice Times- 7–11 years: Monday & Wednesday 5:30pm-6:30pm, Saturday 8:00am- 9:00am
• Practice Times-12–16 years: Monday &Wednesday 6:30pm-7:30pm, Saturday 9:00am-10:00am, optional Thursday morning 5:45am –6:30am, 6:45am – 7:15am dryland.
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This group consists of athletes looking to perform at the highest level of Lifesaving Competitions. Practices at this level are extremely demanding, focusing on perfecting swim techniques, as well as racing skills.
• Practice three times a week
• October 2023 – June 2024
• 7-11 years $640 (R) + tax or $832 (NR) + tax (payment plans available)
• 12-16 years: $700 (R) + tax or $910 (NR) + tax (payment plans available)
• Practice Times-7–11 years: Monday & Wednesday 5:30pm-6:30pm, Saturday 8:00am -9:00am
• Practice Times-12–16 years: Monday & Wednesday 6:30pm-7:30pm, Saturday 9:00am-10:00am, optional Thursday morning 5:45am –6:30am, 6:45am – 7:15am dryland.
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SENIOR
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Senior Level athletes are experienced lifesavers with a minimum of a current Bronze Medallion certification. Athletes at the senior level work towards personal goals, understand training methods, and learn new events. Senior levels athletes are working towards competing at the National Level. These athletes can be selected for the National Lifesaving Team and can be eligible to compete at the internationals level. These athletes are working towards higher level of competition. Senior athletes incorporate Youth Athletes (14-18 years old), Open (18+ years old), and Masters (30+).
• Practice three to four times a week in the pool and one dry land practice
• October 2023 – June 2024
• 14+ years: $840 (R) + tax or $1,092 (NR) + tax (payment plans available)
• Practice Times - Monday & Wednesday 5:30pm – 7:30pm, and Thursday 5:45am - 7:15am
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How to Sign Up for Lifesaving Sport
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Register online for the tryouts either in person at the Orillia Recreation Centre or online with the S.U.N. registration system (link below).
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