Los Angeles (LA) Private Lifeguard

Happy Swimmers USA provides Los Angeles private lifeguard service for a variety of functions from children’s pool parties (our specialty, seen on NBC4 News), to entertainment industry shoots, and corporate events. All staff are Red Cross certified Lifeguards with at least one year experience (no first-timers to guard your kids). Most have several years lifeguard experience and at high volume locations. Wherever there is a pool involved in LA County (and many other areas), we have staff ready to serve you professionally to maintain a safe and fun environment.

We are the largest private lifeguard service in the country, and with that comes a management team and lifeguard staff to fill your needs.  Our rates are on the booking page.  We price guarantee our service.  If you see a better price out there with our same high quality standards, we will match it.  We pay our staff the best rates going, and have a track record of reliability with our staff, which gives us the lowest flaking rate by far of any professional lifeguard company.  With a pool full of kids, we don’t want you wondering if the guard will show.

In the LA basin we regularly serve the communities of

Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, West LA, Culver City, Marina Del Rey, Brentwood, Bel Air, Westwood, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Hancock Park, Los Angeles, Los Feliz, The Beach Cities of Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Long Beach, and the Palos Verdes area. We can also serve the San Gabriel Valley.

In the San Fernando Valley/Santa Clarita Valley/Ventura Co:

We serve the whole Valley. Listed here are the specific areas: Calabasas, Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Encino, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Toluca Lake, Burbank, Chatsworth, Canoga Park, Porter Ranch, Granada Hills, Reseda, North Hills, Van Nuys and Valley Village. We also serve North into Simi Valley, Santa Clarita Valley and Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, and Ventura County.

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LA Lifeguard Staff Pictures and Bios

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Randi, Westwood Private Lifeguard

Her typical lifeguard service area is UCLA, Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Santa Monica

4 Years Experience Lifeguarding

2 Years Water Polo coach high school level

CPR, Lifeguard and first aid certified

I swam competitively for 4 years and have been playing water polo competitively for 6 years. I am currently a student athlete at UCLA and a member of the UCLA Women’s water polo team. (NCAA champion team 2009).  I volunteer at the Mattel’s Children Hospital in the pediatrics department.  I love children and hope to be a pediatric nurse in the future.   I enjoy going to Disneyland, going to Anaheim Ducks ice hockey games (like the Penguins too) and of course SHOPPING.  When I’m not near a pool I’m at Chipotle and Diddy Reese!!!  I laugh a lot and always want to have fun.

Peter, Porter Ranch Private Lifeguard

Also lifeguard service in the areas of Northridge, Woodland Hills, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Tarzana

Years of Experience: I have 4+ years of instruction experience teaching toddlers through teenagers.

I’m certified in CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding.  Specialty: I’m bilingual in English/Korean. I have experience in teaching special needs children with blindness.

Trish, Thousand Oaks Lifeguard

30 years experience teaching lessons, coaching and lifeguarding;  with Happy Swimmers for 3 years. Experience with: infants, children, teens, educational disabilities, adults.
Specialties: competitive swimming;  age group coach; member American Swim Coaches Association

Stefan, Los Angeles Private Lifeguard

6 years lifeguard experience – pool and open water  for different agencies: Anne Roundel County, Maryland, Miami Florida, Pool Companies. . Certified Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard, CPR and First AID for professional Rescuer.

Stephanie Grace, Redondo Beach Private Lifeguard

I can serve Los Angeles, Long Beach, Palos Verdes and the Beach cities (Redondo, Hermosa and Manhattan). I have 3+ years lifeguarding experience. My certifications are Red Cross CPR, First aid and lifeguarding. I am a current student with a passion for healthy living and exercise. I am approachable and enthusiastic all while having fun but keeping everyone safe.

Greg, Long Beach Private Lifeguard

Generally serving Long Beach, Seal Beach, Lakewood, Cerritos.
Lifeguarding and Instructing since 1993.
WSI, CPR, Instr training, First aid, AED certified
Special Olympic swim instruction, Special needs experience. Have taught Swim/Dive team and h2o exercise.  I arrive on time and ready to teach! I teach fundamental swimming technique and water safety skills.  Providing a safe and fun experience for the new swimmer!

Jason, Los Angeles Private Lifeguard

I have been lifeguarding for nearly 7 years

Certifications: I am a YMCA and Red Cross certified Lifeguard, with certifications in Administering Emergency Oxygen, Bloodborne Pathogens Training, and CPR and AED for the Professional Rescuer.  I have held different Head Lifeguard and Deck Supervisor positions at YMCA’s across the country.

Kyle, Santa Monica Private Lifeguard

His typical lifeguard service area is West LA, Hollywood, Malibu, Culver City.  I have been lifeguarding for 2 years. I’m American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR and AED Certified. I love working in the sun. My goal is to ensure that everyone stays safe and has fun.

Shelly, Los Angeles Private Lifeguard

Serving all of Los Angeles, from Agoura Hills to the San Fernanado Valley to West LA to East LA.  I’ve been a lifeguard for 9 years, at least 5 years with Happy Swimmers.
Certified in: Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid
Former Aquatics Director at Woodland Hills Private School

Daniel,  Los Angeles Private Lifeguard

General Cities/Areas I serve: Central LA, Westside, SF Valley, SG Valley, South bay, Long Beach

Experience:  Three Summers Open Surf Lifeguarding on Rhode Island shore.

One and a half years Lifeguarding and instructing Beginner and Intermediate kids at Hollywood YMCA.

Current Certifications: Lifeguard/First Aid. CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.

I am a responsible and seasoned Lifeguard, with over three years combined experience in open water and closed water, pool environments.

Jessica, Santa Monica Private Lifeguard

Her typical lifeguard service area is West LA (Santa Monica, Venice, Malibu, Palisades) and greater LA
Lifeguard for 11 years
Current Certs: CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard Training

A fun and conscientious lifeguard.

Kevin, Burbank Private Lifeguard

Serving many areas including Glendale, Toluca Lake, Valley Village, Los Feliz, Pasadena.  I have four college degrees: film, anthropology, sociology and psychology (over 200 units). During college I worked as a Waterfront Director at a Boy Scout summer camp.  After college I worked for seven years as a lifeguard and pool manger for the Los Angeles Recreation and Parks Department. I also served as Program Director for the Hollywood / Los Feliz Jewish Community Center. And I worked as the swim director for the centers summer camp. Also, I have been the director of two summer camps. As well as, the after School Site Coordinator at Sepulveda and Portola Middle Schools

I have been awarded many certificates of recognition, letters of commendation and a Congressional Proclamation for my work with children. I also served for many years as a member of the Board of Directors of the Boys and Girls Club in Burbank.

Lisa Crnic,  West Hollywood Private Lifeguard

Also serving Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Westwood
6 years experience as a lifeguard; Certifications: Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, AED.  Lisa is also a past Pool Supervisor and for 6 years she swam competitively. She loves teaching children, and believe there is no better feeling then watching a young beginner learn to swim by the end of lessons!

Alexandra, Pacific Palisades Private Lifegaurd

I serve the LA Basin: Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, Malibu, and Brentwood.
I have been lifeguarding for 5 summers.
I am lifeguard, cpr & first aid for Children and Adults.
I have been a swim instructor for children and young adults for five years. I am a beach camp instructor for kids ages 5-13. I instructed YMCA Palisades-Malibu Masters Swim Team in 2006. I am a Masters swimmer and enjoy ocean swimming. I have been swimming competitively for eight years. I rowed on the UC Irvine Women’s Crew team.  I am beginning law school in the fall.

Daniel  AKA Joseph, West Hills Lifeguard

Also serving the full LA Valley area, especially Encino, Tarzana, Woodland Hills
4 years experience as a lifeguard
Certifications: Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, WSI.

Kelsey McWilliams, Pasadena Lifeguard

Los Angeles Area Lifeguard (Pasadena, San Marino, Arcadia, La Canada)

2 years experience

Water Safety Instructor
Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid Certified

I am a student who has grown up swimming and playing water polo.

Karen, Pacific Palisades Private Lifeguard

Also serving Santa Monica, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Venice, Marina del Rey
5 summers experience lifeguarding
First Aid, CPR, Lifeguarding, and WSI Certifications
Special experience: teaching swimming to the deaf, Danish as second
language, adult learn-to swim, competitive swimming stroke work, swim team
coaching.  I am a recent graduate from Colorado College, where I
majored in Political Science and minored in Environmental Issues. I have a
lot of experience in and around the pool and am confident in my ability to
take care of any potentially dangerous situation.

Reese Private Lifeguard, Valencia, CA

Serving Santa Clarita Valley; San Fernando Valley, including Santa Clarita, Chatsworth, Sherman Oaks, Woodland Hills, Canoga Park and others.
Lifeguard/Swim Instructing experience: 3 years with Boeing Kids Camp; 1 year with Circle V Ranch Camp; 4 years with Happy Swimmers; 1 year with Palos Verdes Swim School (Instructor); 1 year private swim instructor for two children with special needs. Certifications: CPR; First Aid; Red Cross Lifeguard, California Teaching Credential – Secondary Education (LMU);Masters in Education (LMU)

I currently teach at Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, am working towards my Doctorate in Educational Leadership and love kids!  For leisure I enjoy yoga, reading, cooking and hiking.  As the eldest of ten children, I also know how to work with youth of all ages.

Rome, Sherman Oaks Lifeguard

Other Cities that I serve are Van Nuys, Encino, Tarzana, Woodland Hills, Granada Hills, North Hollywood and even across the mountain in Hollywood, W. Hollywood and Bel Air.  I have been a swim instructor for 7 yrs. and I have been a Lifeguard for around 8 yrs. I am currently certified in Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR, and AED. I have been a swim teamer since the age of 8.

Kyana, West LA Lifeguard

Her typical lifeguard service area is Westwood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Culver City, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Malibu
Experience: I started as a lifeguard for the YMCA five years ago, and have worked for several swimming companies every summer since then.
Certifications: I’m Lifeguard, First aid, Water Saftey Instructor, and AED certified through the American Red Cross
I’m a nanny and swimming instructor as well so I have experience with children of all ages and personalities. I speak English, French and Arabic.   I’ve had experience watching up to 30 children at a time without the help of another guard, and can handle all their excitement while still  keeping a watchful eye.  I look forward to providing a fun, safe time in the water!

Newsha, Santa Monica Lifeguard

Also serving West LA, Venice, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills.  I have been a swim instructor and lifeguard since 2002.  This is my eighth year.  Certifications: Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid.  I speak Farsi fluently, can teach children with water fears and older children/adults who would like to improve their stroke.  I also have experience playing and coaching water polo.

I am a UC Davis graduate with degrees in Human Development and American Studies. I have been working with children for years in different settings.  I have extensive experience in teaching swim lessons and lifeguarding.

Stacie Havemeier,  Los Angeles County Lifeguard

Serving both Los Angeles and Orange County areas.  I currently reside in the city of Los Angeles, CA. I’ve been lifeguarding for the past five years at Water and State Parks. This coming summer will make up my sixth year! I am Lifeguard, CPR and Healthcare certified.  I look forward assisting you in an enjoyable and safe summer!!

Ellen Abbene, Winnetka/Canoga Park Lifeguard Instructor

Lifeguard Instructor, WSI, CPR, First Aid, AED

Her typical lifeguard service area is Northridge, Chatsworth, Woodland Hills, Encino.

30  years experience (on & off) teaching lessons and coaching;  with Happy Swimmers for 5 years.  Experience with: infants, children, teens, educational disabilities, adults.   Specialties: competitive swimming; synchronized swimming – currently HS & age group coach; member American Swim Coaches Association

“I am almost certain that I am part dolphin!  Favorite thing is being integral in the progress of students as they move from uncertainty to proficiency.”

Daniel Abbene, Private Lifeguard living in Winnetka.

Also able to serve: Northridge, Chatsworth, Woodland Hills, Encino

First year lifeguarding with Happy Swimmers.  Certs: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR, AED.  Experience with: infants, children, teens.  I’m happy to be a part of Happy Swimmers and I can not wait for an awesome summer.

Fran Abbene, Woodland Hills Lifeguard

Also providing lifeguard service to Northridge, Chatsworth, Bell Canyon, Tarzana, and Encino.  5 years experience (w/ Happy Swimmers for 5). LA County lifeguard since June 2009.  Certifications: Lifeguard, CPR, AED, swim instructor.  I cannot wait for another summer of lifegaurding! This summer is going to be great. =]

Cameron, Long Beach Lifeguard

Lifeguard Service areas: Long Beach, San Pedro, Huntington Beach, Cerritos
I have been a swim instructor/lifeguard for 8 years.  Certifications: Former WSI instructor license, Former Ellis lifeguard instructor license, Current Red Cross CPR/First Aid certs, Current Title 22 cert, Current Red Cross Lifeguard cert.
I have special knowledge in adult swim training, stroke technique, and competitive swim training.

Bridget, Playa Del Rey Private Lifeguard

Lifeguard Service generally to Venice, Santa Monica, Marina Del Rey, Manhattan Beach.

10 years lifeguard experience, 8 years as an ocean lifeguard.   Certifications:  Ocean Lifeguard/ Pool Lifeguard Instructor, Water Safety Instructor, CPR Instructor, First Aid Instructor, Rescue PWC Instructor, Emergency Medical Technician.  I’m an avid surfer and paddler. I compete in both lifeguard competitions and swim team competitions every year.

Matt, Tarzana Lifeguard

I live and was raised in The Valley and currently serve Tarzana, Woodland Hills, Encino, and Sherman Oaks. I have been lifeguarding and instructing the past nine summers, since age fifteen.

Red Cross Lifegaurd, CPR, 1st Aid.

Safety is always number one. I work to recognize the unique learning abilities of each swimmer, while continually inventing new ways to keep my lessons and games fun and fresh. I am fun by nature and enjoy my work. I’m looking forward to another summer of fun under the sun!

Melanie,  Sherman Oaks Lifeguard

General areas I serve: Los Angeles, San Fernando Valley, Simi Valley, Valencia. Three years experience as a lifeguard.  Certifications:  CPR, FIRST AID, AED, LIFEGUARD.  I have a passion for all aspects of water and enjoy sharing this passion by making it’s environment safe and fun.

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