Rookie Lifesaving Taster Session - Open Day

Want to find out what Rookie Lifesaving is all about? Come and try it for free at our open day launch event.

The Rookie Lifeguard programme is a nationally recognised course delivered in partnership with the Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS UK). It teaches children essential lifesaving skills through fun, practical activities — from throw rescues to survival techniques — while building fitness, confidence, and teamwork in the water.

This taster session gives your child a chance to experience the programme before committing to the full course.

IS MY CHILD READY?

To take part in this taster session, your child should:

  • Be aged 8 or above
  • Be able to swim at least 25 metres on both their front and back
  • Have strong water confidence and be able to tread water and signal for help

WHAT TO BRING:

Swimwear, plus shorts and a t-shirt suitable to wear in the water.

Apply for a Place

Rookie Swimming Taster Session Booking

DISCLAIMER

Participation in the Swimwell Rookie Lifesaving taster session is subject to swimmers meeting the stated pre-requisite swimming ability requirements outlined at the time of booking.

All activities will be delivered by qualified instructors within a supervised environment; however, participation is undertaken at the parent/guardian's own discretion and swimmers must follow all instructions provided by Swimwell staff at all times.

Swimwell reserves the right to refuse participation or remove a swimmer from the session if staff believe the activity is not suitable for the swimmer's ability level, behaviour, confidence, or safety within the session environment.

Parents/guardians must ensure that any relevant medical conditions, additional needs or behavioural considerations are disclosed to Swimwell prior to participation.

Places are limited, non-transferable and available on a first come, first served basis.