We’re back with another round of lifeguard training!

We’re offering more training opportunities, giving individuals of all backgrounds the chance to gain life-saving skills, boost their confidence, and start a rewarding career in leisure.

Like last time, we’re running two training groups: one mixed and one exclusively for women.

This training cycle includes some free spaces – see full details below.

Applicants applying for the free training spaces must meet the prerequisites and pass a swim test. No swim test is required for those paying for their training.

Don’t miss this chance to develop essential life skills!

Course details

Mixed (men and women) lifeguard training

This course offers 6 funded spaces. The remaining 6 spaces are available for £200 each.

  • Course dates: Monday 7 April to Friday 11 April 2025
  • Assessment date: Saturday 12 April 2025
  • Training is daily from 9am to 5pm at Tiller Leisure Centre
Swim test dates 

A swim test is required for the 6 free spaces available on the women’s-only training cycle at Tiller Leisure Centre. No swim test is required for those paying for their training.

Unfortunately, we’re unable to organise swim tests outside of these times.

Prerequisites for applying
  • 16+ years of age on the date of assessment
  • Be able to jump/dive into deep water
  • Be able to swim 50 metres in no more than 60 seconds
  • Be able to swim 100 metres continuously on front and 100m continuously on back
  • Be able to tread water for 30 seconds in deep water
  • Be able to surface dive to the floor of the pool
  • Be able to climb out of the pool unaided without using a ladder/steps where the pool design permits

Please email Jessica Johnson to register: jessica.johnson@towerhamlets.gov.uk.