Day Camp - Swim Test

Children in Camps 5-6 years old in the wading pool.  PFDs are mandatory if swimming in the large pool.

Children in Camps 7 years old + swim in the large pool.  The test is mandatory for all children except :

• The child has completed and passed Swimmer 4.  Please e-mail proof to [email protected] 
• The parent indicates that wearing a PFD is mandatory for swimming;
• The child asks not to take the test and mentions that he/she would like to wear a PFD.

Swim tests will be held at three times before the start of the day camp.  You must register to have your child tested before the start of the day camp.  To ensure the smooth operation of the swimming facilities and maximize pool time for each group, swim test availability will be limited over the summer.

• Wednesday, June 5 - 4p.m. to 7p.m.
• Friday, June 14 - 3.30 pm to 6 p.m.
• Saturday, June 15 - 12p.m. to 3p.m.

You must reserve a time slot for your swim test in order to participate.

1.    Go to the registration site BKK | Base Valcartier - Accès public (cfmws.com)
2.    Click on Courses
3.    Under : Children 6 to 12, click on Camps
4.    Scroll down and click on : Test de Nage CAM2425031302WW
5.    Select the desired date and time slot and complete the transaction to book the time slot.    
6.     Reservation blocks are 15 minutes long.
7.     You must reserve a place for each child taking the swim test.

 

The test consists of performing three (3) skills recommended by the Supervision of aquatic activities for groups of children Guide.

1.    Safe water entry
2.    Swim in place - 60 seconds
        a.    Head must remain outside the water for the entire duration;
         b.    The swimmer must not touch the wall or the bottom at any time for the entire duration and during the transition to the swim.

3.    Swim to a safe area - required distance of 25 meters
        a.    Swimmer may swim on stomach or back;
         b.    The swimmer must be able to breathe and remain in control of his/her movements;
         c.    The swimmer must remain in a horizontal (or quasi-horizontal) position;
         d.    The swimmer must complete the distance unassisted.