Our Courses

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification Course

Want to be a fully certified pool lifeguard? Take your National Pool lifeguard qualification with Sport Aston.

Taking your course with Sport Aston will ensure you receive an industry-standard qualification and are fully eligible for pool lifeguard work. The NPLQ is the most awarded lifeguard qualification in the UK and Ireland and is also internationally recognised.

Becoming a fully qualified pool lifeguard paves the way for a rewarding and fulfilling career. You will help people feel safer, more secure, and confident in the water. Working hours can be flexible and you can enjoy a satisfying career that has a direct impact on people's lives.

Our next National Pool Lifeguard Qualification course will start on Monday 21 April 2025. Call 0121 204 4623 to book your space.

Entry Requirements

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 meters on your front and then on your back
Tread water in deep water for 30 seconds
Surface dive to a minimum of 1.5 meters
Climb out of the pool unaided, without using the steps
You must be 16 years of age

Course Dates

Monday 21 April 08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday 22 April 08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday 23 April 08:30 - 17:30
Thursday 24 April 08:30 - 17:30
Friday 25 April 08:30 - 17:30

Exam

Saturday 26 April 8:30

Course Units

Unit 1 – the principles of lifesaving and swimming pool supervision

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

Unit 3 – the principles of cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Fees

Member (Aston student or staff) £220

Non-member (all other categories) £250

How To Book

To book your place and to for further information please call 0121 204 4623

Self-Defence Course

Build confidence, sharpen your awareness, and learn essential self-defence skills with our 6-week Self-Defence Course led by Suraj Soren - a Third Dan Black Belt in Japanese Jiu Itsu and Regional Instructor of the Year.

Whether you're completely new or have experience, this course is designed to be accessible for all levels. You'll gain practical techniques to protect yourself and others in real-life situations, with a strong focus on:

Situational awareness: Develop the ability to recognise and respond to potential threats.
Prevention and psychological readiness: Learn strategies to avoid confrontations before they escalate.
Grappling and weapon defence: Learn practical skills to defend against physical attacks.
Real-world scenario training: Engage in simulations that prepare you for actual situations.

Each session includes 1 hour of theoretical instruction followed by 1 hour of practical training, ensuring a balanced and thorough learning experience.

Entry Requirements

This course is open to all our existing members regardless of your experience levels. No prior martial arts or self-defence training is required.

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