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RLSS UK Clubs

Join a Lifesaving Club – life changing and life saving

Lifesaving clubs are at the heart of a community, providing an essential service to young people and their families to develop the ability to enjoy water safely.

Lifesaving is one of the only activities that delivers both the physical and mental benefits of sport and physical activity whilst at the same time providing a skill for life that both enriches and could save lives.

The benefits of joining a club

  • Vital life saving skills to enjoy a lifetime of fun in the water – Our activity enriches lives, it provides the competence and confidence to open up a lifetime of fun activities in, on and around water.
  • Soft and practical skills to shape a future career - Lifesaving activity is different, members are encouraged to shout, scream and communicate. Kids absolute love our programmes. Take a look at our video from our Rookie Lifeguards.
  • Fun and Friendship - Our lifesaving clubs give young people the confidence to build relationships. Our club members often stay connected throughout their life.
  • Skills to save a life – Community response does save lives, if you don’t believe us just take a look at some of our local heroes.
  • A personal challenge for all to aspire to – Water safety skills are for everybody; they are easy to learn and no matter your background or circumstance you can be challenged to develop new skills.
Find a local Lifesaving Club

Find a local Lifesaving Club

Take a look at our interactive Club Finder to find a lifesaving club near you. Read more

Published: 29th September, 2022

Updated: 11th August, 2023

Author: Kelly Key

Resources for Clubs

Resources for Clubs

Resources that have been developed to support Clubs with their activities. Read more

Published: 28th September, 2022

Updated: 15th November, 2023

Author: Jess Ackroyd

Volunteer with your local Lifesaving Club

Volunteer with your local Lifesaving Club

Fancy forging new friendships and giving something back to your community? Read more

Published: 2nd December, 2021

Updated: 15th November, 2023

Author: Kelly Key

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