The Town of Sutton is a proud ambassador of National Drowning Prevention Week
From July 20 to 26, 2025, the 32nd edition of National Drowning Prevention Week (NDPW) will take place under the theme Drowning Doesn't Take a Break! The Town of Sutton is proud to be an ambassador again this year. On this occasion, the aquatic team has prepared various interactive, interesting, and fun activities for you: come meet them at the pool!
To mark this important week, the aquatic team has prepared safety and rescue activities for you: information booths, interactive games, lifeguard for a day, and more! Consult the program and come meet the lifeguards of the Sutton Municipal Pool!
Information Booths
Monday, July 21, 2025, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.: Safety in Residential Pools and Open Water
Come discover tips to increase safety in residential pools and open water: leaflets, quizzes, and interactive games for the whole family!
Thursday, July 24, 2025, from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Supervising Children Around and In the Water
Come discover the important difference between knowing swimming techniques and simply enjoying the water. We will present the courses we offer as part of the Swim for Life program, which teaches children up to 12 years old how to swim.
Lifeguard for a Day
Thursday, July 24, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Activity in 60-minute blocks
Saturday, July 26, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.: Activity in 60-minute blocks
Are you interested in becoming a lifeguard? Have you always wanted to experience supervising a pool? This is your chance!
For one hour, accompanied by a National Lifeguard, you can supervise a free swim period. The lifeguard will answer your questions and give you effective supervision techniques. In addition, you can try our rescue equipment, learn about our techniques, and understand our responsibilities around a pool.
To reserve your spot for the Lifeguard for a Day activity or for more details on the schedule and our other activities, write to: [email protected].