How you can help

Raising funds is vital to our success in reducing the amount of drowning tragedies and accidents that happen every year. Whatever you do for RLSS UK, and however much you raise, we pledge to make every penny count. It all adds up to help reduce deaths caused by drowning in the UK.

There are thousands of ways you could raise funds for RLSS UK – but which is right for you?

Some people challenge themselves in extreme ways, such as running a marathon, climbing mountains or skydiving. Others prefer something a little more sedate and reach for a spatula instead of a parachute. The secret is to choose something you will enjoy.

For more support check out the pages below!

Take part in one of our challenges!

There are thousands of events to choose from across the UK and abroad — find one that suits you or create your own! Read more

Register your Fundraising activity

Tell us what you’ll be doing by registering your fundraising activities and events so we can support you in your fundraising and promote your success! Read more

A donation to suit you

There are many ways you can donate and help continue our drowning prevention work. Read more

Fundraising - Resources

All the resources and useful information you need to help you start raising money for us! Read more

Save a Baby’s Life Fundraising Tips

If you are running a free to attend Save a Baby’s Life workshop check out our fundraising tips! Read more

Health and Safety / Terms and Conditions

You should always consider whether you need insurance cover for your fundraising activity. Read more

Latest

National Trainer Assessor Course, 9 and 10 December 2020

If you are passionate about RLSS UK qualifications, have completed your Mentor course, and want to train the next generation of RLSS UK Trainer Assessors, the NTA programme is the next natural step for you.

RLSS UK’S BBC Radio 4 Appeal: Impact Report

With swimming pools across the UK now open after lockdown, the £2,902 resulting from the generosity of the Radio 4 listeners, can be put straight to work, as the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) continues to work towards nations without drowning.

Speeds 2021

We are currently reviewing this event for 2021.

Voting is now open!

On Thursday 17 September 2020, full information on how to vote online (including candidate details) will be emailed to all members, check you email for the latest information.

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)

Become a Pool Lifeguard with the RLSS UK's National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) We have trained over 90,000 Lifeguards. Click here to find out more!

17-24 years old and just qualified as a lifeguard? Then the BBC are looking to speak to you for their new series of BBC Bitesize.

Could you share your journey and experiences to help other young people make career choices of their own?

RLSS UK reaction to Government announcement on 10 May

Yesterday, the UK Government announced that from Wednesday 13 May, some sports will be able to restart. We await further clarity from the Government over the coming days, for now we offer our interpretation and response to this announcement.

Rookie Lifeguard

RLSS UK’s Rookie Lifeguard programme gives your child the skills they need to be confident in the pool and by the sea.

Contact Us

If you are looking to make an enquiry to the society, our customer service team will be able to help.

National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC)

NRASTC is a supervision and rescue qualification for teachers working on the poolside or in the water during programmed activities, such as a swimming lesson.

National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (NVBLQ)

The National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (NVBLQ) is the core qualification for anyone seeking employment on UK Beaches. The NVBLQ ensures that the qualified lifeguard has the knowledge and skills required to operate effectively across a range of beach environments.