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  1. What We Do
  2. Our Awards

Our Awards

We have a number of exciting awards and programmes to suit all ages and abilities.

Our network of lifesaving clubs across the UK and Ireland provide a fun and supportive environment to learn more about water safety

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National Lifesaving Academy

National Lifesaving Academy

The NLA includes beach, pool and open water elements and is designed to provide skills for life. Read more

Published: 26th August, 2022

Updated: 7th October, 2022

Author: Jess Ackroyd

Water Smart Schools

Water Smart Schools

Developed by our experts at RLSS UK; the Water Smart Schools initiative provides a framework for schools to help them facilitate this essential knowledge and skills in their pupils to an excellence standard. Read more

Published: 1st August, 2022

Updated: 29th August, 2023

Author: Lydia Coombs

Rookie Lifeguard

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. Read more

Published: 7th August, 2019

Updated: 5th April, 2023

Author:

Water Smart Award

Water Smart Award

As the UK’s leading provider of water safety and drowning prevention education, RLSS UK has produced an award that sets out a national standard for water safety. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2016

Updated: 23rd February, 2023

Author:

Save a Life Series

Save a Life Series

In the UK, 77% of people either don’t know or are unsure of how to perform CPR and millions of people wouldn’t know how to give basic first aid to another adult. This course can show you how. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2015

Updated: 28th September, 2022

Author: James Soley

Water Rescue Equipment Training

Water Rescue Equipment Training

RLSS UK has developed a two-hour Water Rescue Equipment Training session to ensure as many people as possible are confident and competent in the use of water rescue equipment found around waterways. Read more

Published: 2nd January, 2014

Updated: 22nd November, 2023

Author: James Soley

Pool to Pond

Pool to Pond

“Pool to Pond” is a programme designed to support you making the transition from the pool to open water. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2014

Updated: 18th April, 2023

Author: James Soley

Life Support

Life Support

This award is designed members of the community and there is no minimum age limit. Life Support can be taken as a separate standalone award. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2012

Updated: 29th August, 2023

Author: James Soley

Life Support 3

Life Support 3

Life Support 3 covers the basics of how to perform CPR, including the diagnosis and treatment for Choking, Bleeding and Shock on an Infant, Child & Adult Casualty. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2011

Updated: 5th December, 2023

Author: James Soley

Duke of Edinburgh

Duke of Edinburgh

Complete your Duke of Edinburgh Award at your local lifesaving club. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2009

Updated: 15th September, 2023

Author: James Soley

Community Instructor

Community Instructor

Community Instructor is the qualification needed to deliver the Save a Life Series, RLSS UK’s Community Outreach Programme: Save a Baby’s Life, Save a Child’s Life, Save an Adult’s Life and Save a Series AED. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2007

Updated: 24th January, 2023

Author: James Soley

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    Step-by-step guide to registering water rescue equipment without a GoodSAM Account

  • RLSS UK and GoodSAM collaborate to launch a game-changing Water Rescue Equipment Registry!

    RLSS UK and GoodSAM collaborate to launch a game-changing Water Rescue Equipment Registry!

    Officially launching at the World Conference on Drowning Prevention 2023, the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) and GoodSAM have collaborated to launch new water rescue equipment register that we hope will be the biggest in the world.

  • Birmingham lifeguards victorious after retaining title in national competition

    Birmingham lifeguards victorious after retaining title in national competition

    A team containing the cream of lifeguarding talent from the Birmingham Community Leisure Trust (BCLT) have won a national lifeguard competition, pushing aside teams from across the UK to win the Serco Leisure Lifeguard Competition at the iconic Stoke Mandeville Stadium.

  • Meet our Athletes and Coaches

    Meet our Athletes and Coaches

    Get inspired by the stories of our Lifesaving Sport athletes and coaches

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  • National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)

    National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)

    The Royal Life Saving Society UK 's National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ). The UK’s most popular Pool Lifeguard Training and Certification with courses across the UK and Ireland.

  • Your RLSS UK Account (powered by tahdah)

    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)

    Find a Course (RLSS UK Course Finder)

    Looking to find a course? This page will direct you to where you need to go.

  • RLSS UK Qualifications and Awards

    RLSS UK Qualifications and Awards

  • Cold Water Shock – the Facts

    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).

  • National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (NVBLQ)

    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.

  • National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC)

    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.

  • Winter Water Safety

    Winter Water Safety

    Children are at risk when tempted to play on the ice and adults can find themselves at risk attempting to save them.

  • Contact Us

    Contact Us

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

  • The stages of the Rookie Lifeguard programme

    The stages of the Rookie Lifeguard programme

    Rookie Lifeguards can receive a certificate, badge and sticker to mark their progress in their own progress book.

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