Royal Life Saving Society National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification
This course is open to anyone looking to gain an internationally recognised beach lifeguard qualification in the UK. This is an essential requirement for anyone looking to work as a surf instructor or work as a beach lifeguard. The full course is suitable for those new to lifeguarding and is run over 5 days including a final assessment. There is also the option of a shorter course for existing beach lifeguards looking to requalify.
COST: £285
DURATION: 5 DAYS
2021 RLSS Beach Lifeguard Course Dates
29th – 2nd April 2021
5th – 9th April 2021
12th – 16th April 2021
10th – 14th May 2021
17th – 21st May 2021
7th – 11th June 2021
5th – 9th July 2021
9th – 13th August 2021
6th – 10th September 2021
More Information
Our training centre is based at Croyde beach in North Devon and with two other beaches nearby, it is the perfect location to offer a range of surf conditions to train in. The course is run by a team of experienced watermen and qualified RLSS trainers, all of who are qualified lifeguards and surf instructors working on the beach and in the sea every day.
The training on the course requires you to complete both practical and theory modules. You will spend time in the sea as well as completing classroom based theory sessions. The course cost includes the comprehensive RLSS Beach Lifeguard Qualification manual providing an essential resource for all lifeguards. You will be required to pass all modules to gain your qualification. All candidates on the course will be assessed on the final day by an RLSS assessor, who will be looking for good knowledge and understanding in the following areas:
– Lifeguard Theory
– CPR
– First Aid
– Open water & rescue skills
– Spinal management
There is also a swimming assessment in a 25 metre pool where candidates are required to complete a 400m swim in under 8 minutes.
Please fill out the form below and to book a place on the course.
NOTE: We require a deposit of £50 per person to secure a place and then the balance is due four weeks prior to the course. When we have received full payment a full information pack will be sent out with arrival information, timings and an itinerary for the course.
All courses can be combined with our Surfing England/I.S.A. Level Instructor course held over 2 days on the weekend after each of these courses. We offer a discount rate of £515 for booking the Beach Lifeguard course and Surf Instructor course together. Find more information here on our Surf Instructor Courses.
RLSS National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Re-qualification
This is a shorter course for candidates that have already completed a RLSS Beach Lifeguard Qualification. To attend this course your qualification must be current and in date. As it involves less training candidates should be confident in their knowledge and skills.
COST: £195
DURATION: 3 DAYS
2020 RLSS Beach Lifeguard Re-qualification Course Dates
28th – 30th October 2020
2021 RLSS Beach Lifeguard Re-qualification Course Dates
24th – 26th March 2021
7th – 9th April 2021
12th – 14th May 2021
9th – 11th June 2021
7th – 9th July 2021
11th – 13th August 2021
8th – 10th September 2021
Please fill out the form below and to book a place on the course.
Note: We require a deposit of £50 per person to secure a place and then the balance is due four weeks prior to the course. When we have received full payment a full information pack will be sent out with arrival information, timings and an itinerary for the course.
Beach Lifeguard and Beach Lifeguard Re-qualification Enquiry Form
''I've just completed a week of intensive training with Surf South West for my beach lifeguard qualification. Make no mistake, this course is physically demanding but very enjoyable. The approach of all the staff at Surf South West created a friendly, relaxed environment for a good learning experience course and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this course to anyone considering completing it. Thank you Surf South West!''
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