As summer winds down, we’re thrilled to announce the winner of this year’s Lifeguard of the Year award! After two and a half months of recognizing our guards’ hard work, dedication, and deep commitment to safety, our lifeguards have truly exemplified what it means to be part of the American Pool family. The Contest Throughout June and July, our lifeguards…
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Nervous? That’s understandable. But get excited — this could be the beginning of the best summer of your life!
Ready to become a professional lifeguard? Here’s how you can show us your stronger qualities and ace your next lifeguard interview.
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We sat down with Helen and talked about lifeguarding during the pandemic, future career opportunities, and why cleaning a pump room is much more satisfying than you might think.
Now that the summer season is winding down and Labor Day weekend has come and gone, you could be finding yourself sitting on a payday or two. That’s awesome! But what should you do with it?
If you’ve ever played a game of who can hold their breath underwater the longest, you probably were not aware of just how risky this behavior can be.
Here are 10 quick tips to ensure you don’t miss a thing! Know Your Zone – Review what your zone has been validated for. This could be the whole pool if you work at a single guard facility, or a portion of the pool with overlapping zones if you work at a multi-guard facility. Proper Position – Make sure you are seated…
This summer has to be one of the most anticipated by both patrons and lifeguards. That’s because many pool guests are coming off a year with limited opportunities for recreation and fitness. How do we prepare our guard team to meet the challenge of so many swimmers who are out of shape and out of practice? How can our new…
