Lifesaving Sport Performance

GBR Lifesaving

Team GBR Lifesaving are the group of athletes selected to compete at European and World Championship competitions. Read more

The RLSS UK Performance Programme represents the top performing lifesavers and those who truly excel at Lifesaving Sport. Our squad nurtures talent to develop potential and performance, providing a pathway to excellence. Read more

Anti - Doping

We at RLSS UK believe in clean ‘Lifesaving Sport’ and work in partnership with UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) and our International Federation to ensure that the integrity of our sport Lifesaving is protected. Read more

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Drowning Prevention Week: we have our dryrobe prize winners!

Drowning Prevention Week - dryrobe prize winners!
Pre-requisite qualifications for RLSS UK Trainer Assessors / Instructors / Tutors

To maintain your RLSS UK Trainer Assessor (TA), Instructor, or Tutor qualification, you must ensure you are in current RLSS UK Membership and hold the necessary pre-requisite award(s)/qualification(s).
How RLSS UK Certification Works

How certification for our National Pool Lifeguard Course and all RLSS UK courses work.

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 and book onto a course!
Activate or Create your RLSS UK Account (Powered by tahdah)

Find out how to log in to your RLSS UK Account (Powered by tahdah), view our how-to guides and all the latest FAQs.
Find a Course (RLSS UK Course Finder)

Looking to find a course? This page will direct you to where you need to go.
Cold Water Shock – the Facts

The term ‘cold water shock’ refers to a range of natural reactions that our bodies take to protect us when we enter cold water (although these reactions can sometimes work against us). And with cold water being anything from approximately the temperature of a swimming pool and below, we are not just talking about icy cold water here.
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 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.
Summer Water Safety

Every year people drown both at home and on holiday because they don’t take simple precautions, so reaching people with water safety messages is vital.
RLSS UK Qualifications and Awards
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.