How to Use a Pull Buoy During Swim Lessons When learning how to swim or sharpening your swimming skills, you’ll hear about all sorts of tricks and tactics to hone your practice. Some swimmers come up with out-of-water strengthening workout routines; others swim 7 days […]
5 Hidden Beaches in the U.S. With COVID-19 continuing to put a damper on travel and indoor activities, we’re all in search of ways to have fun and explore in a safe way. For lifeguards, swimmers, and water lovers, the beach may be your best […]
Why CPR Training is Important and Where to Get Trained Every lifeguard has learned about CPR training at some point in their journey. Not only that, but every lifeguard has become CPR-certified. If you’re considering becoming a lifeguard, you’ll want to start thinking about getting […]
Top Reasons Why Swim Lessons are Actually Life Lessons Ever thought about taking swim lessons? Or perhaps you remember taking swim lessons as a kid. It’s easy to push off something like swimming as a hobby or sport that you’re not interested in, but swimming […]
Why it’s Important to Wear Life Jackets Life jackets. We see them every time we’re at the beach, pool, lake or any other body of water. While you’ve probably worn them a few times, you may not realize exactly why they’re so important. See, life […]
What does it mean to be a lifeguard? Lifeguards are known for their superpower: saving lives — and that’s no small feat. But, they actually bring so much more to the table. Their skills, talents, and interests and unparalleled. Thinking about becoming a lifeguard? First, […]
Advice on negotiating your hourly rate as a lifeguard So, things are going well. You love your job, you’re a rockstar lifeguard, you’re making a difference in the world, and now, you’re ready for your first raise. Having the negotiation talk isn’t always easy — but […]
How to stay safe when swimming in the ocean from sharks Sharks. They’re big. They’re scary. They’re toothy. Lifeguards are around to watch out for sharks and save victims in the rare case that a shark does attack, but we can’t completely remove sharks from […]
3 ways your kids can get involved in lifeguarding Parents, have you ever thought about getting your kids into lifeguarding? Maybe, maybe not. But we’re here to let you know that it’s simple and worthwhile. Teens and young adults who become lifeguards learn lessons that […]
Ways to prepare for your first day as a lifeguard First day jitters? It’s normal — it happens to all of us. When you’re getting ready for your first day as a lifeguard, there are a few things to keep in mind. We’ve got you covered. […]
