Courses at DBleisure
If you're looking for a career in leisure, then look no further! Various courses are available 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 Teaching Swimming at Duncan Edwards Leisure Centre
STA Award in Teaching Swimming is your perfect opportunity to dive into an exciting and rewarding career. No prior experience is needed, so you can get started right away!
​Venue: Duncan Edwards Leisure Centre
Course dates: Sunday 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 June 2025
Times: 9am - 5pm daily (all dates must be attended)
Cost: £300
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Why join the course?
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Qualify in just 5 days
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Internationally recognised qualification - teach swimming across the globe
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No prior qualifications needed
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You’ll be qualified to deliver up to the Goldfish stage of STA’s progressive International Learn to Swim Programme
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Learn how to teach essential swimming skills, water safety and all four strokes to both kids and adults!
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Ready to take the plunge?
For more information and to provisionally book a place, call Heather Mckenzie: 07812 264897 or 01384 812833 or email heather.mckenzie@dudley.gov.uk
Make a splash with your new career - join us now!
National Pool Lifeguard Course at Duncan Edwards Leisure Centre
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Duncan Edwards Leisure Centre is running a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (Gen 10) which can pave the way for a new career or just equip people with essential skills. NPLQ Generation 10 is the latest edition of the NPLQ.
Please note this course is now full.
Course venue: Duncan Edwards Leisure Centre
Course date: Monday 21 July to Saturday 26 July
Time: 8am - 5pm
Exam date: Saturday 26 July
Cost: £275
Lifeguard Course Prerequisites
Every candidate attending a NPLQ course must be 16 years old or above at the time of taking the NPLQ final assessment and be able to:
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Jump/dive into deep water
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Swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds
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Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back
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In deep water, tread water for 30 seconds
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Surface dive to the floor of the pool
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Climb out unaided without a ladder/steps and where the pool design permits.
For more information or to enrol, email: natasha.evans@dudley.gov.uk, call 01384 812929 or visit: https://rlssuk.tahdah.me/event/detail/1162237
