From Nationals in California to the international stage in New Zealand, Speedo USA is keeping our athletes competition-ready. As our Official Swimwear Partner, Speedo will outfit Team USA for the International Surf Rescue Challenge this November.

We are proud to introduce the women representing Team USA 🇺🇸 at the International Surf Rescue Challenge this November in New Zealand! Meet the first four athletes. usla.org/TeamUSA #USLA #TeamUSA #GoFullSpeedo

Finishing out the women’s lineup with four more athletes representing Team USA 🇺🇸 at ISRC 2025 in New Zealand. usla.org/TeamUSA #USLA #TeamUSA #GoFullSpeedo

🇺🇸 Team USA is heading to New Zealand! This November, these men will represent the United States at the International Surf Rescue Challenge at Mount Maunganui Beach. Here are the first four athletes. usla.org/TeamUSA #USLA #TeamUSA #GoFullSpeedo

Closing out the men’s team with four more athletes representing Team USA 🇺🇸 at ISRC 2025 in New Zealand. usla.org/TeamUSA #USLA #TeamUSA #GoFullSpeedo

Lifeguards are raising awareness about the dangers of digging large holes in the sand. Sand collapses can occur without warning and trapped victims can (and have) suffocated before emergency crews can dig them out: instagram.com/reel/DPFEiX4D8…

Support is growing for House Concurrent Resolution 27, which calls for federal recognition of open water lifeguards as first responders. Since July, we’ve welcomed new co-sponsors from both parties. Learn how to get involved: USLA.org/ConcurrentReso…

Several sources of spinal injury are present at all open water beaches, which is why lifeguard agencies need to have spinal stabilization devices available for immediate use. Learn more: facebook.com/share/p/1FDD56…

We are proud to announce Craig Dodson of Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue as the recipient of the 2025 USLA Ben Carlson Lifeguard of the Year Award. Learn more: facebook.com/usla1/posts/pf…

In 2024, USLA affiliated lifeguard agencies reported more than 85,000 rescues from drowning and over 22 million preventative actions that helped keep people out of danger. From lifesaving intervention to public education, lifeguards are on the front lines of public safety daily.

Did you know that before she became a famous Hollywood actress, Bette Davis was the state of Maine’s first female lifeguard? In 1926, she completed Red Cross training and joined the Ogunquit Ocean Rescue team. Want to learn more about lifesaving history? Drop a comment!

Don’t forget: nominations for the USLA Junior Lifeguard of the Year award are due October 15th, seven days prior to the fall USLA Board of Directors Meeting and Educational Conference. Learn more and nominate a Junior Guard now at USLA.org/jgawardapplica….

North Myrtle Beach Ocean Rescue lifeguards train three times per week. One of their favorite workouts is a "horizon swim," where guards swim 550 yards straight out to sea and then back. Tag us in your training content so that we can showcase how your agency meets USLA standards!

Assign a Water Watcher anytime your crew is in or near the water. Having one adult focused solely on watching swimmers adds an essential layer of protection, whether you’re at the pool, lake, or beach: instagram.com/reel/DP6-JyBj8…

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We’re in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, for the USLA Fall Board of Directors Meeting and Educational Conference — a week centered on collaboration, education, and our ongoing mission to reduce drowning and injury along our nation’s beaches. Learn more: facebook.com/usla1/posts/pf…

The USLA Fall Educational Conference in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho brought together lifeguards and ocean safety professionals from across the country to share knowledge, experience, and innovation in open water lifesaving. Learn more: m.facebook.com/story.php?stor…

Yesterday in Santa Cruz, a vehicle went off the Municipal Wharf amid 8–12 ft surf and near-zero visibility. Firefighters, USLA-certified lifeguards, harbor patrol, and police executed a coordinated response, saving a dog and bringing the victim to shore. bit.ly/4nAvbjq

Our Fall Board of Directors Meeting has come to a close! Thank you to everyone who joined us in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho for an education-rich week of collaboration and connection. Learn more: facebook.com/usla1/posts/pf…

Today is National First Responders Day, a time to honor those who race toward danger to help others. Open water lifeguards are among those who respond when emergencies occur, yet they are not currently federally recognized as first responders. Learn more: instagram.com/reel/DQW0_POEW…