Make a Splash 1891 Challenge

Get moving and feel physically and mentally healthy by swimming 1891m between 1 October - 31 December. Read more
Black Country Half Marathon - Saturday 6 July 2024

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Take on a Fundraising Challenge

Do something extraordinary and help us to deliver water safety education by fundraising for RLSS UK!

We have a fantastic range of fundraising activities for you to choose from. What are you waiting for? Take the plunge, sign up today and help us in our mission to help the UK and Ireland enjoy water safely.

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Make a Splash 1891 Challenge

Get moving and feel physically and mentally healthy by swimming 1891m between 1 October - 31 December. Read more

Build your own challenge

If you can think of your own extraordinary challenge to complete, then sign up here. Read more

Latest

BULSCA Student Championships

The British University Lifesaving Clubs' Association (BULSCA) are pleased to announce that their Student Championships will take place on the first weekend in March 2024.
RLSS UK’s Sport Awards are coming soon!

Due to launch soon; the NLA Sport Awards have been developed by Lifesaving Sport experts at RLSS UK to enhance lifesaving skills and build fitness.
Join RLSS UK at the industry event of the year – SPATEX 2024
Step-by-step guide to registering water rescue equipment without a GoodSAM Account

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.