Pool Management

National Pool Management Qualification (NPMQ)

The National Pool Management Qualification (NPMQ) is a four day management qualification aimed at any level of manager in the leisure industry. Read more

National Pool Supervisor Qualification (NPSQ)

The National Pool Supervisor Qualification (NPSQ) is a two-day course aimed at staff responsible for supervising lifeguards and managing essential health and safety within a leisure centre or swimming pool environment. Read more

National Pool Plant Operators Certificate with Institute of Swimming

The Pool Plant Operators covers everything you need to effectively maintain a swimming pool, spa or water feature | The course is considered to be of the highest standard | Click here to find out more about the 3-day course. Read more

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.

Contacting us during COVID 19

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.