Courses at DBleisure
If you're looking for a career in leisure, we run various courses at our centres throughout the year, including the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification, STA (award or certificate in teaching swimming) and trainee assessor.
STA Award in Aquatic Teaching – Disability Swimming
If you are a swimming teacher who wants to broaden their skills, why not upskill your qualifications in order to teach as a disability swimming teacher?
Once qualified, you'll be able to teach the STA Rockhopper and Emperor series – specific disability awards that focus on skills and distance.
Course details:
The course is being held at Crystal Leisure Centre on the following dates:
Thursday, 22 October 2026
Friday, 23 October 2026
Thursday, 29 October 2026
Friday, 30 October 2026
Entry requirements:
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Be at least 16 years of age
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Hold the STA Level 2 Award in Teaching Swimming or acceptable equivalent (please note: a Level 1 Award in Aquatic Teaching / assistance qualification is not an acceptable entry requirement).
To book:
Please see the STA website for further details on the course.
You will need to book via the website, using the 'search for upcoming courses' tab.
National Pool Lifeguard Course at Halesowen Leisure Centre
Interested in becoming a qualified lifeguard?
Halesowen Leisure Centre is running a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification! (NPLQ)
The course takes place from 26 October to 31 October, with training taking place from 9:00am to 6:00pm each day.
Swim Test:
17 October at 11:00am, Halesowen Leisure Centre
Exam:
31 October at 9:30am
Cost:
£285pp
To book:
Please email: halesowen.leisurecentre@dudley.gov.uk
Please note: Your place on the course is only secured once you have successfully passed the swim test.
Spaces are limited, so book early!
