Course Contents
This course runs for five consecutive days from 08:30 – 16:30.
Prerequisites
- Be 16 plus years of age on the date of assessment
- Jump / drive into deep water
- Swim 100 metres continually on front & back
- Swim 50 metres in no more than 60 seconds
- In deep water, tread water for 30 seconds
- Surface dive to the floor of pool
- Climb out of pool unaided without using a ladder / steps where the pool design permits
About the Qualification
- Excellent starting point for a career in the leisure industry
- Opportunity for career progression, as most leisure managers start off as Pool Lifeguards
- Work within a team
- Learn essential life skills, including First Aid and CPR
Learning Outcomes
The NPLQ is recognised around the world, so potential to work and travel
Locations
- The Junction Sports & Leisure Centre, Station Approach, Broadstone BH18 8AX
Price
£195 per attendee
Forthcoming Courses
– Monday 4 – Friday 8 August 2025 – FULLY BOOKED
Enquiries/Bookings
To secure space(s) – please call our Reception/Admin Team on 01202 777766 or 01202 076404 or for further information, email info@thejunctionbroadstone.co.uk. Debit/credit card details required for payment/securing place(s).
Did you know?
The revenue generated from our training courses contributes to our charitable aims and our ability to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable people locally.
Courses available
Fire Marshal • First Aid at Work • Health & Safety • Manual Handling • Mental Health Awareness • Mental Health First Aider • Safeguarding • National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
How You Can Help Us!
We are a charity and any help you can offer us, whether it be a donation, taking part in one of our fundraising events or volunteering your time, is hugely appreciated. Thank you!
55 people qualified as Lifeguards after attending our NPLQ Courses in 2024/2025.

Contact Us
Get in touch
Training Department
YMCA Bournemouth
Delta House
56 Westover Road
Bournemouth BH1 2BS
Admin Team
01202 076404 or
01202 777766