Become a qualified lifeguard with the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification. It covers pool rescue techniques, lifeguarding theory, first aid and CPR.
About the course
Jubilee Sport and Recreation Centre is an approved training centre for the Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) and offers courses for the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ).
The NPLQ is regulated by Ofqual and covers all elements of:
pool rescue techniques
lifeguarding theory
first aid
CPR
The course is physically demanding and will include swimming to set times, lifting casualties and diving to the deepest part of the swimming pool. More information about the course content can be found on the RLSS website.
Assessment is split into 3 sections:
practical pool assessment
theory assessment (multiple choice written exam)
practical first aid and CPR assessment
You must pass all 3 sections to gain the qualification.
Course requirements
For the NPLQ, you must be 16 or over when you take the final assessment and be able to:
jump or dive into deep water
swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds
swim 100 metres continuously on front and back in deep water
tread water for 30 seconds
surface dive to the floor of the pool (Jubilee Sport and Recreation Centre pool is 2 metres deep)
climb out unaided without ladder or steps
Course dates
The 6 day course runs from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Saturday.
10 to 15 August 2026
Booking a course
The course costs £275 and there are a maximum of 10 places.
