Norges Livredningsselskap
Oslo, Norway
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Founded in 1906, Norges Livredningsselskap is a non-profit association based in Oslo, Norway working on education, children & youth.
Norges Livredningsselskap (NLS) is a nationwide non-profit organisation in Norway that works to prevent drowning. It promotes knowledge of self-rescue, swimming, lifesaving, first aid and water safety for the public, children and young people. NLS is organised through a network of local clubs and regional branches (kretser) across the country, and trains instructors and lifeguards. It offers courses, runs youth and competition activities, publishes the magazine Livredderen, and sells lifesaving and safety equipment. Founded on 6 July 1906, NLS has its head office in Oslo and is a member of the International Life Saving Federation.
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Babysvømming
Education
Water acclimatisation and swimming courses for babies and toddlers.
Livredningskonkurranser
Children & Youth
Lifesaving competitions for children and young people, including the national championship (NM).
Instruktørutdanning
Education
Two-day instructor courses in lifesaving, first aid and water safety for teaching courses to the public.
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