SoCal Paddle Down Hits California Shores

The SoCal Paddle Down Hits California Shores Lifeguards from 25+ agencies joined together to complete a 250-mile ocean paddle. The PaddleDown began in the middle of June at Imperial Beach, and the relay has been making its way up the California coast since then. This […]

Aquatic Fitness is Growing in Popularity

Why Aquatic Fitness is Growing in Popularity Physical activity grows more and more difficult with age. Luckily for today’s world of seniors (we’re looking at you, baby boomers), exercise is made possible, popular, and fun with modern-day ​aquatic fitness classes​. Fitness instructors are finding innovative […]

Red Cross Unveils New Spinal Backboard!

The American Red Cross Unveils Innovative New Spinal Backboard! The American Red Cross recently unveiled a new spinal backboard made from lightweight and stable plastic that is ideal for “lifeguard training and rescue” according to the agency’s website.  Designed by Lifeguards, the new backboard incorporates […]

Cocoa Beach Closed After Shark Sighting

Cocoa Beach Closed After Lifeguards Spot Shark Sighting On Wednesday, April 17, 2019, Brevard County Ocean Rescue lifeguards mandated a temporary evacuation from the ocean on a stretch at Sheperd Park in Cocoa Beach, Florida. The order was issued after a shark were spotted in the ocean. Lifeguards closed off access […]

Looking for Work as a Lifeguard?

Looking for Work as a Lifeguard? 3 Cities in Search of 2019 Lifeguards In response to warmer water temperatures with March in full swing, crowds are finally returning to the beaches. More beach attendees means a greater demand for lifeguards, so recently several cities made […]

Strong Rip Currents

Spring Break in Brevard

Spring Break in Brevard: Staying Ahead of the Game Cool breezes and floral blossoms are not the only perks of March and April. In sunny Florida, these months cue the onset of eager spring beakers from around the globe. In preparation for spring break, it’s […]