Bracknell Lifesaving Club

Our Rookie Lifeguard Course new term starts this January 2026.

Limited places available for kids 8 to 11 years of age.

Reach out to arrange a free taster session.

Lifesaving class take place at Bracknell Leisure Centre from 6:30pm.

Does your child love being in the water? The Rookie Lifeguard programme could be perfect for them! If your child loves being in the water then our Rookie Lifeguard programme could be perfect for them! 🏊💛 It's an affordable hobby that they can take part i...

Whether it’s you, your family, or your pets - everyone deserves to stay safe around water this winter. Keep these tips in mind to protect yourself and others:

✨ Take well-lit paths and routes home
🧊 Stay off the ice
🤝 Keep dogs and children within reach

Learn more about Winter Water Safety: https://www.rlss.org.uk/pages/category/winter-water-safety

Rookie Lifeguard Course new term starts

Ages 8 to 11 years
Sundays at 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Bracknell Leisure Centre

Rookie Lifeguard

New term starts 4th Jan
Spaces available for 8 to 11 year old

Weekly Sundays 6:30pm to 7:30pm
At Bracknell Leisure Centre

Limited spaces contact today to reserve a spot.

August is the month when many people receive their exam results. Everyone at RLSS UK hopes you achieved the results you wanted to embark on your dream career. However, there's no need to panic if things didn't go as planned. Regardless of the outcome or your next steps, our case studies highlight the value of a lifeguard qualification and show how it can serve as a foundation for a career in various fields. Additionally, holding an NPLQ qualification could earn you extra UCAS points! For inspiration on your next step, visit www.rlss.org.uk/istartedasalifeguard

Did you know Lifesaving (Pool) is one of 34 sports being contested at World Games 2025. 👏👏👏

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Don't Frog-et... 🐸

No matter how briefly, you should never leave children unattended in water - even with armbands, float aids or an older sibling! 🚫

People with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are often drawn to water and have a greater tendency to wander. Royal Life Saving Australia research shows that children and adolescents with ASD are three times more likely to drown than children without ASD.

We're constantly developing our resources to be more accessible for ASD and non-verbal children and are pleased to share our new SEND-friendly colouring sheet and visual story, which uses a combination of symbols and words to guide children about water safety in the home 🏡

Please click the link in our comments to download yours.

Being a Lifeguard provides so many lifelong skills and opens doors to travel and work around the world.

Find out about our Rookie Lifeguard Courses and start early.

Rip currents are a major hazard on beaches. Knowing how to spot and react to them is crucial for your safety.

🌊 What is a rip current? Powerful, narrow channels of fast-moving water flowing from the shore out to sea.
🌊 How to spot one: Look for discoloured water, choppy/foamy areas, breaks in the waves, and water moving out to sea.
🌊 What to do if caught: Stay calm, float on your back, signal for help, and avoid swimming back to shore, against the current.

For more detailed tips to stay safe, read the full blog post on our website, link below 👇

Understanding Rip Currents: What they are and how to stay safe CEO Robert Gofton discusses what a rip current is, how to spot one and how to avoid one so you and your family can stay safe at the beach.