Why Regular Recertification is Crucial for First Aiders and Lifeguards 

why regular recertification is crucial for first aiders and lifeguards

Date Published: July 9, 2025 You’ve done the training. You passed the exam, earned your Lifeguard certificate or First Aid certificate, and carry the weight of a profound responsibility: in a moment of crisis, you are the first line of defence. Whether you’re watching over the shimmering water of a pool, the unpredictable surf of […]

Culture of Safety: How to Build Effective Aquatic Safety Programs 

how to build effective aquatic safety programs

Date Published: June 23, 2025 Creating a Culture of Safety: How to Build Effective Aquatic Safety Programs You know that moment when you walk into a pool facility and immediately feel the difference?  Maybe it’s the way the lifeguards are positioned, how they’re scanning the water, or simply the overall vibe that tells you this […]

5 Strategies to Avoid Children Drowning in a Pool

5 strategies to avoid children drowning in a pool

Date Published: October 17, 2022 Globally, there are an estimated 320,000 drowning deaths every year. Additionally, drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1-4. Although scary, don’t let these statistics cause you undue stress. Utilize this knowledge to arm yourselves and your pool with proper safety measures and skills to help prevent […]

How do I Practice for a Lifeguard Test?

how do i practice for a lifeguard test

Becoming a lifeguard is an exciting experience! However, it can feel overwhelming if you are not prepared. What should you expect during the oral or written exam? Will your CPR and first aid skills be tested? What’s expected of you in the water during the practical exam? Luckily, the experts at Blueguard are here to […]

What Should I Expect from Lifeguard Training?

what should i expect from lifeguard training

In the UAE, all lifeguards are required by law to hold a valid and accredited lifeguard certification. Starting the journey to become a lifeguard can feel like a daunting task, especially if you are not sure what to expect from your training. Here at Blueguard, we offer multiple courses to meet your lifeguarding needs.  To […]

Blueguard & Pirate Surf Dubai

blue guard and pirate surf dubai

At Blueguard, we take great pride in providing our clients with the life savings skills, knowledge, experience, and confidence they need to safely work as licensed professional lifeguards. In addition to our First Aid and Lifeguard courses, we often partner with local organizations and are excited to announce our recent partnership with Pirate Surf Dubai. […]

How to Choose the Best Lifeguard Certification Course

how to choose the best lifeguard certification course

The internet can be an overwhelming source of information, especially when it comes to searching for lifeguard courses. With so many options, it can be difficult to determine which class is best for you. Here at Blueguard, we are passionate about providing water safety skills at the highest level, which is why we’d like to […]

The Importance of Lifeguard Certification & How it Helps to Get a Lifeguard Job

importance of lifeguard certification

With every swim, the swimmer takes on the inherent risk that something may go wrong. Whether at the beach or in a pool, risks such as drowning, injury, or another type of medical emergency may arise.  Between June 2018 and August 2019, 15 children lost their lives due to pool related drowning or injury. To […]

The Importance of Professional Lifeguard Training

professionally trained lifeguard saved two year old boy from drowning

We all take for granted our safety in the water. We often hear people mention they are strong swimmers or that their children are strong swimmers. As for children who are too young to swim, most parents keep a watchful eye on their little ones. However, it only takes a few seconds and a few […]