Lifesaving SportThe Royal Life Saving Society UK is the National Governing Body for pool-based Lifesaving Sport - a sport recognised by the International Olympic Committee and the Commonwealth Games Federation. Lifesaving Sport is the only sport whose skills are first learned for humanitarian purposes. As showcased in our new promotional video, Lifesaving Sport is a competitive and dynamic international sport, with a variety of fun and challenging activities that take place in and out of the water at swimming pools and the beach. It is also an important vehicle to engage young people in lifesaving and support drowning prevention. About Lifesaving Sport Lifesaving Sport Home About Pathways The History Meet our Athletes and Coaches All Sport Awards Competitions National Lifesaving Championships Simulated Emergency Response Championship (SERC) National Speed Lifesaving Championships Rookie Lifeguard Festivals Commonwealth Lifesaving Championships Recognised Competitions Roles Officials Coaches Team Managers Competitor Organisers Event Roles Performance GBR Lifesaving Anti Doping Transgender Policy for Sport Records & Results Apply for National Records Records Results Latest News Events RLSS UK Shop Visit Shop Lifesaving Sport Equipment Officials, Coaches and Timekeepers Essentials Coaches Head Coach Main Duties To take full responsibility for the club’s coaching sessions. To work with the assistant coach(es)in the preparation and running of each session. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every athlete and treat everyone equally, regardless of background or ability. Place the welfare and safety of the athlete above the development of performance. Encourage and guide athletes to accept and take responsibility for their own behaviour and performance. Be appropriately qualified and update your licence and education as and when required by UK Athletics. Co-operate fully with other colleagues (e.g. other coaches, officials, team managers) Consistently display high standards of behaviour and appearance. To prepare all coaching sessions beforehand. To attend club meetings and report on progress. To offer the club feedback on the organisation and degree of success of coaching and competitions. To assist in the selection of teams. To attend all meetings. To inform the Chairman in advance of any sessions that cannot be attended. Assistant Coach Main Duties To assist with the club’s coaching sessions. Ensure the welfare and safety of the lifesaver above the development of performance at all times. To assist in the preparation of coaching sessions beforehand. To work with the Head Coach in the preparation and running of each session. To offer the Head coach feedback on the organisation and degree of success of coaching and competitions. To assist in the selection of teams. To travel to competitions with the team(s). To inform the Head Coach in advance of any sessions that cannot be attended. Manage Cookie Preferences