Depending on the qualifications you hold, there are two ways to get started teaching the Junior Lifeguard Academy Programme. A wide range of resources are available to successful Junior Lifeguard Instructors, including:
- Full colour, waterproof resource manual
- Programme tick sheets
- Programme-specific resources and guidance, including:
- Sample lesson plans
- Game ideas
- Skill-specific videos
Which Option is Right for Me?
Use the table below to determine which option is required for you in order to become a Junior Lifeguard Instructor or Assistant Instructor.
| Qualification/Certificate Held | |
| STA Level 2 Certificate in Teaching Swimming | |
| Swim England Level 2 Teaching Swimming (including in-date lifesaving) | |
| RLSS Rookie Lifeguard Instructor | STA Aquatic Tutor Status |
| STA Lifesaving Tutor Status | |
| RLSS Trainer Assessor (pool, beach and lifesaving) |
Please note: you must hold an in-date Emergency First Aid at Work, First Aid at Work, Pool Emergency Responder, Pool Lifeguarding or RLSS NPLQ qualification to deliver the Junior Medic series.