National Speed Lifesaving Championships 2020

A huge thank you!

We wanted to say a big thank you to everyone who competed, volunteered and supported Speeds 2020 on 14-15 March 2020 at Ponds Forge International Sports Centre, Sheffield.

Click here for the Speeds 2020 results.

We will look forward to seeing you all again soon.

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The National Speed Championships, the largest competition of its kind in the UK, sees lifesaving athletes aged 12 and upwards from across the UK and Ireland competing for national titles in what is the only sport that has a humanitarian foundation.

News #Speeds2020

All the latest News for the 2020 National Speed Championship. Read more

Venue #Speeds2020

All the information you need to know about Ponds Forge International Sports Centre. Read more

Event Information #Speeds2020

Everything you need to know about the event, including the programme and entry requirements. Read more

Officials and Volunteers #Speeds2020

The National Speed Lifesaving Championships relies heavily on a dedicated team of volunteers who work behind the scenes to ensure the event is a success. Read more

Terms and Conditions #Speeds2020

Terms & Conditions for the 2020 National Speeds Lifesaving Championship. Read more

Sponsorship Opportunities #Speeds2020

Interested in becoming an official sponsor of #Speed2020? Read more

Results from #Speeds2019

On this page you can find all the Results from the 2019 Speeds Championships. Read more

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