Water Waves

Thank you for your patients well , we work to improve the lives of some four legged friends.

Most of you know how micaela and I have worked hard teaching water education.
Not everyone is aware that I started my career as a horseback riding coach.

Animals are close to our hearts and we are thankful we have the chance to help! We know you will suport us when things calm down and we can get back to teaching. In the meantime , if you're wondering what we are up to follow okanaganfarmrescue page !

Say hi to your children for us we miss you all!

Quick question for the community: when did you last renew your first aid certification?

A) This year — I'm current!
B) 1-2 years ago — probably due for a refresher
C) 3+ years ago — yikes
D) Never — it's been on my to-do list forever

Drop your answer in the comments. No judgment here — this is genuinely one of those things that's easy to let slide until you really need it.

If B, C, or D sounds like you, we have August BLS (CPR & AED) courses coming up. Indoor, Okanagan-based, and open for registration interest now.

Tag someone who also needs to get on this.

[email protected] | 778-622-0515 | waterwaves.ca

Our hearts go out to all our families out there that is directly Impacted by the growing fire in Summerland.

Stay safe !

Devonne & Micaela

Back to school is weeks away. Fall sports are starting. Your kids will be surrounded by people who love them — but are those people ready if something goes wrong?

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification covers CPR and AED use — two skills that can literally keep someone alive until emergency services arrive. Most cardiac arrests happen at home or in community settings. The people nearby first are the ones who make the difference.

This is for you if you're a:
- Parent or grandparent
- Sports coach or team manager
- Childcare provider or school volunteer
- Anyone who wants to feel genuinely prepared

Our August course runs indoors here in the Okanagan. Spots fill up — if you've been meaning to renew or get certified for the first time, now is the right time.

Message us or email [email protected] to get on the list. 778-622-0515 | waterwaves.ca

While we wait for the smoke to clear and the skies to open back up, here's one thing you can do that doesn't require blue skies or good air quality — get certified.

We're opening spots for our August BLS (Basic Life Support / CPR & AED) course, offered indoors and guaranteed to run regardless of weather or wildfire smoke. Whether you're a parent, coach, caregiver, or just someone who wants to be ready when it counts — this is your window.

Knowing how to respond in a cardiac emergency isn't just a checkbox. It's the difference between helpless and prepared.

Spots are limited. If August works for you, reach out and we'll get your name on the list.

[email protected] | 778-622-0515 | waterwaves.ca

Summer water safety starts here. ☀️

As our summer programming gets underway, we’re also booking lifeguarding for schools and local events across the Okanagan.

Need water safety support for your family or organization? Reach out to us directly, we’d love to help in person and make sure you feel taken care of like family.

Call 778-622-0515 or visit waterwaves.ca to connect with our team.

Just a friendly reminder that our office and lessons are closed every Friday through Sunday.

We love our weekends just as much as you do! Our team will be back Monday morning, ready to help with bookings, questions, and everything in between.

Office hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Lesson hours: Monday to Thursday, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM

If you send us a message over the weekend, we will get back to you first thing Monday. Thanks for your patience and support as a family-run business — it means the world to us!

[email protected] | 778-622-0515

August lake lessons are open and filling up fast!

There is nothing quite like learning to swim in the beautiful Okanagan waters. Our lake programs run through August in Penticton, Naramata, Summerland, and Osoyoos, and we still have a few spots available.

We also have a limited number of home pool lesson spots this month. Due to our small team this summer, availability is very limited, so if you have been waiting for a private home pool session, now is the time to reach out.

Whether it is your little one's first time in the water or a confidence builder for an older swimmer, we bring the same personalized care to every lesson.

Reach out to book your August spot before they are gone!

[email protected] | 778-622-0515 | waterwaves.ca

This week is Drowning Prevention Week, and as a water safety organization, this one is close to our hearts.

Drowning is one of the leading causes of accidental death in Canada, and most of it is preventable.

Here are a few reminders to keep your family safe this summer:

Always supervise children within arm's reach around water, no matter their skill level.
Enrol kids in swimming lessons early. Knowing how to swim saves lives.
Wear a properly fitted life jacket on open water.
Never swim alone.

At Water Waves First Aid & Aquatics Ltd., water safety isn't just what we teach. It's why we do what we do. From swimming lessons to first aid certification, we're here to give your family the skills and confidence to stay safe in and around the water.

Want to learn more or get your family registered? Reach us at [email protected] or 778-622-0515.