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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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
The Survive & Save Programme is our lifesaving award scheme for anyone aged 12 years and over. The awards are challenging but fun to complete and are arranged into Bronze, Silver and Gold levels to ensure that participants get the opportunity to develop their lifesaving skills as they progress through the awards. Read more
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
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
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
“Pool to Pond” is a programme designed to support you making the transition from the pool to open water. Read more
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 or as part of the Survive & Save Award Programme. Read more
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
RLSS UK has now become a National Operating Authority with the Duke of Edinburgh. Read more
The purpose of the Community Challenge is to develop learners’ skills whilst encouraging learners to identify, develop and participate in opportunities that will benefit the community. Read more
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
There are two ways you can become a Lifesaving Instructor Tutor. Route 1 - Pool TA Online Application or Route 2 - Lifesaving Instructor Tutor Course. Read more