Michael Jenkinson

Michael Jenkinson

What drew you to lifeguarding?

Being able to work with my friends.

What's your most memorable rescue?

On the back of a police boat about 500m off Ben Buckler (in North Bondi) The patient was airlifted off the boat by a helicopter.

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

You must be fit and have an understanding of the water.

Have you ever had to be rescued?

No.

In my spare time I like to:

Surf, hang with my friends down at the beach and listen to music.

If I could spend a day with anyone dead of alive it would be:

Extreme sports star, Travis Pastrana.

One thing you wouldn't know about me:

I’m actually 6”2.