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National Lifeguard Qualification Training Course

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Train to become a lifeguard with the nationally recognised RLSS National Lifeguard Qualification

Venue:- Ringmer Swimming Pool

Course Dates:

24 - 28 October 2011

Time: 9.00am – 6.00pm (every day)

Cost: £200.00 (includes all materials and assessments)

Payment must be made in full at time of booking, limited spaces.

To book your place or for further details call Lewes Leisure Centre on 01273 486000

In order to attend the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification the candidate must meet all of the criteria set out below.

  • Be 16yrs+

  • Be able to meet the following basic fitness criteria

jump / 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

tread water for 30 seconds

surface dive to the floor of the pool

climb out unaided without ladder / steps and where the pool design permits

Additional information:

On the day of the assessment candidates will need to bring a friend to act as a casualty. The casualty must be able to swim in deep water.

If a candidate is to fail any part of the National Pool Lifeguard course they will have to pay a fee to be re-assessed. (Most of our tutors will not put forward anyone to do an assessment if they believe they cannot pass.)

This course requires 100% attendance.

When in the water you will be required to wear shorts and a t-shirt.

At Ringmer swimming pool there are no catering facilities, so it is advisable to bring a packed lunch. However there are vending machines for drinks and snacks.