**Busy car park and pool closure for swimming gala**The Sports Village is hosting a variety of large events this Sunday which start from 9am, therefore we expect the car park to be very busy on Sunday 5 October. Also, we are hosting a swimming gala and our pool will be closed to the public from 12:15pm on Saturday 4 October and will re-open at the usual time of 6:00am on Monday 6 October. Thank you for your understanding.

Courses &

Workshops

NPLQ Course (National Pool Lifeguard Qualification)

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NPLQ National Pool Lifeguard Qualification Course

Our National Pool Lifeguard Qualification is essential if you are 16 years or older and thinking of joining the leisure industry. All applicants will be required to jump or dive into deep water, swim 50 metres in no more than 60 seconds, swim 100 metres continuously on front and back, tread water for 30 seconds in deep water, surface dive to the floor of the pool and climb out unaided without a ladder or steps. The qualification is valid for two years from the date of achievement. It is recommended that the learner attends regular refresher training.

Duration

6 days Monday – Friday (08:00-17:00) and Saturday (assessment day) starting at 07:00

How to book:

  • Log in or create an account
  • Select ‘Make a booking’
  • Select ‘Book a course’
  • And select the course department you want

 

Poolside Course Booking Terms & Conditions

Our Courses

Indoor Climbing Assistant Award 1 Day Emergency First Aid at Work 1 Day Emergency Paediatric First Aid 2 Day First Aid at Work Renewal 2 Day Paediatric First Aid 3 Day First Aid at Work Half Day Basic Life Support & AED (Defibrillator) Mini Medics – First Aid for Children Level 2 Gym/Fitness Instructor Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training NUCO 1 Day Mental Health - Level 2 NUCO 2 Day Mental Health - Level 3 NUCO Half Day Awareness of Mental Health - Level 1 UH Staff Only Mental Health Awareness Training SEQ Level 1 Swimming Assistant (Teaching) SEQ Level 2 Swimming Teacher

NPLQ Course (National Pool Lifeguard Qualification) Course Dates

Cost

£325

Where

Hertfordshire Sports Village
de Havilland Campus
Hatfield Business Park
Hatfield
AL10 9EU

Duration

6 days

When

27 October - 1 November 2025 - 8:00-17:00 COURSE FULL

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