Media Enquiries

For all media enquiries (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) please contact Charlotte Knowles, Communications Manager:

Email: [email protected], please also copy in [email protected]
Tel: 07890 900 508

For urgent out of hours enquiries please contact:

Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 07557 300 993

Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 07827 332 383

For general communication enquiries:

Please call 0300 323 0096 to speak to a member of the Communications Team or email [email protected]

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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.
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Get inspired by the stories of our Lifesaving Sport athletes and coaches
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RLSS UK Christmas Appeal 2023

Dedicate a light on the RLSS UK virtual Christmas tree to celebrate or remember a loved one this Christmas and help support our work.

Department Contact Details

If you are looking to contact a department with RLSS UK you will find the contact details here.
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All the information you need to make a payment to RLSS UK.
Service Status - Internet and Phone Lines

System Status updates on all RLSS UK Services.
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Report a Rescue

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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)

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)

Looking to find a course? This page will direct you to where you need to go.
RLSS UK Qualifications and Awards
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)

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)

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

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

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