Caution | Mandatory Outdoor Water Restrictions

Due to continued dry conditions, mandatory Stage 1 Outdoor Water Restrictions are in place until further notice.

Visit Calgary.ca/restrictions for more information.

First Aid certifications

Learning lifesaving skills such as First Aid and CPR will allow you to assist family members, neighbours, and friends in an emergency. Intermediate First Aid and CPR certification takes as little as 14-16 hous to learn and scheduling is flexible.

Benefits of First Aid certifications


  • Apply for jobs that require First Aid and CPR-C 
  • Learn valuable life-saving and First Aid skills

2024 spring & summer registration dates


Registration for spring & summer programs, classes and day camps:

  • Summer day camp registration is open
  • Program and class registration is open
  • March 14 - Certification registration

Ensure your Live and Play account is ready on registration day by logging in and verifying your information is up to date. Get ready to register.

Registration will open:

  • 6 a.m. — Online (virtual waiting room opens at 5:30 a.m.).
  • 8:30 a.m. — By calling the Customer Service Centre at 403-268-3800 (option 1).
  • During business hours — At any City-operated Aquatic & Recreation or Arts facility.

Upcoming facility closures

Programs, classes and swimming lessons will not be offered at the following facilities while they undergo repairs:

  • Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre: closed this spring and summer.
  • Canyon Meadows Aquatic & Fitness Centre: closed this summer.
  • Sir Winston Churchill Aquatic & Recreation Centre: closed this summer.

Types of First Aid certifications


You can register online, in person at our Recreation facilities, or by calling
403-268-3800.

About our First Aid instructors


Our instructors are qualified to provide Alberta workplace approved Intermediate First Aid certification.

What are lessons like?


Classes include written study material, theory and sessions on practical application.

You'll be expected to show proficiency in First Aid and CPR techniques. 

Come prepared


Please bring:

  • comfortable clothing
  • Water and snacks
  • pen and paper

All other required equipment is provided.

More certifications


Learn how to set up an account, register for programs and find information on cancellations in the help section of Live and Play.