RLSS Rookie Lifeguard Course
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RLSS Rookie Lifeguard Course
RLSS UK’s Rookie Lifeguard programme gives your child the skills they need to be confident in the pool or the sea – which means peace of mind for you. With colourful materials and fun, varied activities, the Rookie Lifeguard scheme teaches children how to enjoy water safely, whether in shallow or deeper water.
For many of our Rookie Lifeguards, our programme offers the first opportunity to explore water safety, gradually gaining independence and confidence while learning vital life skills. Our programme will inspire and embolden your child, helping them keep themselves, their friends and their family safe in the water through a range of fun activities that lead towards a series of awards.
Rookie Lifeguard is aimed at children – though the skills learned through the course of the programme are just as valuable to people of all ages. The scheme begins with Stage 1 of the Bronze Award and progresses to Stage 3 of the Gold Award, starting off at an ability level suitable for brand-new swimmers and progressing to the level where our Rookie Lifeguards perform impressive lifesaving tows.
Course Requirements
Bronze Rookie Pre-Requisite: The child must be able to comfortably swim 50m continually unaided.
Silver Rookie Pre-Requisite: The child must comfortably swim 200m continually unaided.
Gold Rookie Pre-Requisite: The child must comfortably swim 400m continually unaided
Course Dates:
- Bronze;
- 27th, 29th, 31st May
- 29th July, 31st July, 2nd August
- Silver:
- 12th August, 14th August, 16th August
- Gold
- 26th August, 28th August, 30th August
The Sessions will start at 9am and finish at 11am
Rookie Lifeguard Stages
| Bronze | BRONZE; PRE-REQUISITE: COMFORTABLY SWIM 50M CONTINUALLY UNAIDED. Upon completing the Bronze Award, each individual should be able to: - Enter shallow water safely and confidently and wade. - Tread water and signal for help. - Swim continuously in clothing for 50m. - Swim Lifesaving Backstroke. Scull head and feet first. - Hold the ‘HELP’ position. - Demonstrate a non-swimmer, weak swimmer and an unconscious casualty - Demonstrate a ‘Shout and Signal’ rescue - Throw an aid - Demonstrate a reach rescue - Enter deep water safely and confidently - Perform a feet first surface dive and swim underwater - Climb out in deep water without using the steps |
| Silver | SILVER; PRE-REQUISITE: COMFORTABLY SWIM 200M CONTINUALLY UNAIDED. Upon competing the Silver Award, each individual should be able to: - Swim continuously in clothing for 200m on your front and back - Demonstrate a reaching rescue - Throw a buoyant aid to a casualty 8m away - Enter shallow water and wade to a casualty - Using a throwing aid, instruct the casualty what to do - Using a rigid aid instruct the casualty what to do - The support position - Tread water for 3 minutes - Swimming, surface dives and object recovery - Shallow turn and rescue an ‘unconscious casualty’ - Coil and throw a rope to a casualty 10m away and pull to the side in less than 45 seconds - Enter deep water using a straddle jump - Demonstrate a fall-in entry into clear deep water - Swim 20m continuously with your head out of the water on your front |
| Gold | GOLD; PRE-REQUISITE: COMFORTABLY SWIM 400M CONTINUALLY UNAIDED Upon completing the Gold Award, each individual should be able to: - Coil and throw a rope to a casualty and pull to the side - Swim 400m continuously in clothing - Demonstrate Lifesaving Backstroke, Sidestroke, Breaststroke or Front Crawl - Tread water, removing clothing then swim 50m - Climb out of deep water unaided - Demonstrate fall-in, compact jump or shallow dive - Demonstrate a Reverse - Demonstrate a Standoff - Rescue an unconscious casualty at depth in less than 2 minutes 30 seconds - Demonstrate supported rescue breathing whilst waiting for help - Demonstrate the support position - Demonstrate non-contact rescues - Treat for shock - Demonstrate the use of hand signals - Using any recognised competitive stroke, swim 400m continuously, in less than 12 minutes |
FAQ's
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Is there parking available on site?
We have a large car park suitable for over 150 cars which sits directly outside of the Lido. Parking fees start at £2.10 Both coins and cards are accepted and you can also pay by phone. It’s a great location if you are using the hospital, local parks or walking into Cheltenham Town Centre.
Where possible, we encourage that you walk or cycle to the Lido. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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Do you have a refund policy if I am unable to use the pool?
Refunds are not permitted on swim entry tickets. You will be able to transfer your swim to an alternative day or time if you have given 24 hours notice.
If you need assistance please email admin@sandfordparkslido.org.uk
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Can children be left without an adult on site?
We are committed to working with parents to create a safe environment for children.
All children under the age of 8 should always be accompanied by a guardian aged 16 years or over, this person may be responsible for up to two children. Guardians must maintain constant supervision particularly in the water and changing rooms. We advise that children under the age of 5 should be supervised on a one-to-one basis.
Parents have a specific responsibility for the safety of their own children, this cannot be abdicated to lifeguards. The role of the lifeguard is to maintain a safe and healthy environment for all swimmers.
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How are queues managed on busy hot days?
We have four queues available;
- One season ticket holders, who have booked,
- One for paying customers who have booked,
- One for Season ticket holders who have not booked
- One for paying customers who have not booked
We allow all those who have booked onto site first and then we will allow entry to others customers who have not booked onto site.
If we have hit site capacity, we will move to a 1-out-1-in scenario.
*Please note Season Ticket holders who have not booked will get priority entry*
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How much does it cost to swim?
Adult:£7.50
Concession:£5.10
Family of 2: £8.20
Family of 3: £14.30
Family of 4: £16.30*Concessions include; Over 65s, registered disabled, unemployed/low income, children and students
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How much are season Tickets?
Single Adult -£190
Joint ST – £330
Concession* – £120
Family of 3 – £340
Family of 4 – £351
*Concessions include; over 65s, registered disabled, unemployed/low income, children aged 5-17 in full time education and students.
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How big is the pool?
The main pool is 50m x 27.35m and has a depth of 1m in the shallow end and 1.75-2.75 in the deep end
The children’s pool is 15.9m x 7.51m and has a depth of 0.5m in the shallow end and 0.8m in the deep end.
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Our 1-1 swimming lessons are now LIVE on our website and available to book 📲
Dates are available until the end of September.
These sessions are just £25 per 30-minute lesson, with one of our skilled swim instructors 🏊♂️
For further enquiries or more information, reach out to: swimlessons@sandfordparkslido.org.uk
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Today, we’re celebrating our commitment to sustainability at Sandford Parks Lido.
We are continuing to strive towards reducing emissions, cutting waste, and safeguarding water, whilst also preserving the historic charm and cherished experiences of our beloved Lido.
This winter we have repaired a leak in our children’s pool, installed inverters on our heritage pumps and installed pipe work so we can divert water away from the fountain at night and go directly to the pool, thus reducing heat loss.
And thanks to the Sports England Swimming Pool Support Fund and support from CBC’s Cheltenham Zero Community Grant, we’re set to achieve the third stage of our decarbonisation plan at Sandford Parks Lido.
With this funding, we’ll be purchasing a new pool cover for the children’s pool and installing solar PV panels in the Lido car park.
But that’s not all…
We’re also committed to enhancing energy efficiency with EV charging points and improvements for pedestrian and cyclist safety and accessibility.
Your support is crucial in making Sandford Parks Lido a beacon of eco-friendly innovation. To get involved and show your support towards a greener, more sustainable future for Sandford Parks Lido, view and comment on our planning application by clicking the link in our bio.
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Tomorrow, our wonderful General Manager, Fabia, is running the London Marathon in aid of the British Heart Foundation ❤️
We are all so proud of your dedication and hard work to get where you are today - you’ll smash it ⭐️
If you’d like to show your support, please do so by following the link on our latest Instagram story 📲
Good luck Fabs, from all of us here at the Lido 🤞🏻🏃🏽♀️
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Our swim sessions are making a splash on our website!
Whether you’re a season ticket holder seeking exclusive swims, eager for our 2024 opening day, or simply ready for some aquatic fun starting May 5th, you can now book your sessions online 💻
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