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The next course is available to book now by visiting The Doug Ellis Woodcock Sports Centre reception. The Course dates are:


2nd & 3rd March

9th & 10th March

16th & 17th March 


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Unit 1 – the principles of lifesaving and swimming pool supervision

Unit 2 – the application of supervision and rescue in a swimming pool


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  • Before starting the course, you must be able to:
  • Jump or dive into the pool in deep water
  • Swim 50 metres in 1 minute or less
  • Swim 100 metres on your front and then on your back
  • Tread water in deep water for 30 seconds
  • Surface dive to a minimum of 1.5 metres
  • Climb out of the pool unaided, without using the steps
  • You must be 16 years of age

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Member (Aston student or staff) £170

Non-member (all other categories) £210

For further information please speak to Darren Hale on 0121 204 4619 or email d.hale@aston.ac.uk.