What drew you to lifeguarding?

The job looked fun and extremely rewarding.

What's the most intense rescue you've been a part of?

A young girl named Candice wasn't breathing when we got to her, but we managed to revive her, thanks to a great team effort!

What advice do you have for anyone wanting to become a lifeguard?

Follow "Harries" training regime and you're definitely in with a chance.

What's the greatest lesson you've learnt while being a lifeguard?

Not everyone has grown up at the beach and knows how to swim, so we need to be understanding.

What do you think are the most important characteristics of a lifeguard?

We need to be extremely observant. It only takes a second for something to happen.

What's the hardest part of your job?

Dealing with deaths.

What's it like when there is an emergency?

Everyone has their own set of responsibilities and knows what to do when they're needed. Team work gets us through.

What do you do during the non-summer period?

During the non-summer period I still patrol, but try to use the time to holiday in warm places like Bali or Miami.