San Diego Lifeguard for Hire Service
Lifeguard Service
Happy Swimmers Greater San Diego Lifeguard for Hire is a company of highly experienced, Red Cross certified, professional and insured lifeguards. We are happy to serve your pool party needs from children’s birthday pool parties to corporate events.
Our staff of over 20 area lifeguards can be at your service in as short as 24 hours, but to ensure your date, 3 or more days lead time is suggested.
All staff are Red Cross certified lifeguards with at least one year of experience (no first-timers to guard your kids). Most have several years of lifeguard experience and at high-volume locations. Wherever there is a pool involved in San Diego or North County (and many other areas), we have staff ready to serve you professionally to maintain a safe and fun environment.
We are the largest Greater San Diego Lifeguard for Hire service locally, 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.
We serve greater San Diego North County and San Diego Metro with regions including La Jolla east to Santee, and south to Chula Vista.
Base price is $229 for 3 hours for the first lifeguard, $214 ($15 off) per each additional lifeguard. Each additional 1/2 hour per lifeguard is $28.50. Prices are auto-calculated on our booking form for you.
Please note that the only way to book a lifeguard for hire in San Diego is through the website.
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Our Lifeguard Service Staff Members in San Diego

Alf, Event Lifeguard and Sea-Water Color Painter
San Diego
Serving: Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar, La Jolla, Carlsbad

Angelina, Lifeguard for Hire, Lover of Jesus & good food
Inland Empire
Hi, I’m Angelina! I’m very kind and respectful and I’m always up for a challenge. Fun fact about me: I love people! I became a lifeguard because I’m genuinely passionate about helping others, and forming lasting connections. I’m comfortable around all ages, from really young to the elderly, and I’m especially good with kids. Above all else, I love the feeling of knowing that I was able to create a positive experience in someone’s life, even in a small way.
Some of the areas I serve:
Menifee, Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Perris

Bryan, Lifeguard for Hire & Paddle Board Pro
Carmel Mountain Ranch
Hi I’m Bryan, and I have been guarding for one year. I was always in the water when I was younger, not coming in till the sun went down. Lifeguarding is a passion for me since I always love being near the water. I really enjoy paddle boarding as I feel like it helps me clear my mind when I’m out there gazing at the water. I plan to go to medical school and be a psychiatrist. I am currently trying to learn German and Russian as well as computer programming.
I serve the San Diego communities of San Diego proper, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Carlsbad, among others.Â

Charles D. Lugo, Event Lifeguard, Jack of all trades, master of none, okayest at a lot
San Diego
I’ve been lifeguarding for about 3 years now, started with junior lifeguard program back in Phoenix, Arizona when I was about 12 and started working for the City of Phoenix when I was 16. Being at your event I will do my best to ensure you receive top notch guest interaction while at the same time making sure you have peace of mind knowing your pool is being watched. My favorite part about lifeguarding is getting to meet different people as strangers and leaving knowing i made someone smile today. Fun fact about myself is that i train Jiujitsu and love to play paintball on my free time!
Serving: San Diego

Debbie Nate, Nationwide Lifeguard Services Manager, and Traveling Ski Goddess
Simi Valley
Debbie is a graduate of CSUN with a background in teaching Physical Education and Special Education for students with Specific Learning Disabilities. She had worked for LAUSD as a teacher for 37.5 years. She has also been a Professional Lifeguard, Water Safety Instructor and Lifeguard Training Instructor with the American Red Cross and LAUSD. She has taught First Aid and CPR for over 30 years and feels that it is important to give back to the community. She has a strong background in working with the community in planning and scheduling events for the Civic Center Division for LAUSD. Debbie is excited to be a part of the Instructor Team for JTA CPR and looks forward to being part of the expanding Management Team of Happy Swimmers. In her free time, Debbie loves to hike, ski where ever there is snow, swim and travel.

Edson Paiz, Lifeguard LA, OC, SD and CPR Instructor
Reseda, 8 years experience!
I am a Swim instructor who has taught lessons for 4 years. I enjoy teaching because I too learn something new each time I give a swim lesson. Swimming is therapeutic to me and I enjoy sharing the therapy with others.
Hi, I’m Edson, a watermen who has been involved in water safety for the last 8 years. I have worked with different departments in the LA area. I have experience the open water environment (lakes and reservoirs), the ocean environment (beaches) and the pool environment. My scope continues to grow as I continue to push the envelope. I enjoy working together with people so that everyone can enjoy a hot summer day at the beach, lake and or pool.
Edson is game to travel just about anywhere in Southern CA, we kid you not. He is passionate about guarding and has taken difficult to fill jobs off the beaten track to keep kids safe. 🙂

Eli Eagle, Event Lifeguard, Surfer and rock climber
San Diego
HI! My name is Eli Eagle and I am currently in the middle of my second summer of lifeguarding. Previously, I have guarded at my local neighborhood pool and am now looking to expand my experience through private lifeguarding. I love interacting with all kinds of people to make sure they have a fun, memorable, and most importantly, safe experience while I’m there. One fun fact about me is that I am an avid surfer and love anything related with any body of water wether that be the ocean, pool, etc.
Serving: Poway, Encinitas, La Jolla, Scripps Ranch

John Pickhaver, Lifeguard LA, OC, SD
LAX area is home but I travel all over LA, OC and San Diego; 10 years lifeguard for hire experience
John has been a lifeguard for the past ten years. Originally from Philadelphia, John followed the seasons to be a year-round lifeguard. John has experience lifeguarding on film sets, parties for swimmers of all ages and other events. He’s also an avid runner and swimmer, looking to get into triathlons.
I kid you not, John is on our list of lifeguards from anywhere in L.A. down to San Diego. Boy does he get around, and does a great job too.

Leah, Lifeguard for Hire, Horse lover, and outdoor enthusiast
Escondido
I’m a relatively new life guard. My intention is to prevent and respond to situations in and out of the pool. I hope to become a firefighter in the future because I am passionate about helping people.
I serve the San Diego communities of Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas, among others in San Diego County

Liz, Event Lifeguard, Yogi and Ramen Burrito Enthusiast
Los Angeles
Hi, I’m Liz! I’ve been lifeguarding since November of 2020 and am entering my second summer season. I am experienced in guarding people of all ages along with crowded pools year round. My intentions are to provide a safe, fun, and comfortable experience for both the guests and host. I will be attending UCLA in the fall and plan to continue guarding in the West Los Angeles area. I love to travel and meet new people.
Serving during Summer: San Diego, La Jolla, Del Mar, La Mesa
Serving during Fall, Winter, and Spring: Westwood, Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Bel Air

Mike, Lifeguard for Hire and Graphic Designer and Part-Time Nap Enthusiast
Rancho Penasquitos
I’d love to gain as much experience as possible in lifeguarding, possibly becoming a LG instructor in the near future, while making sure everyone is safe and having a good time! I’m fluent in English and Greek and love getting to know different people from different areas of the world.
I serve the communities of San Diego, Portland, Phoenix, Tucson

Onai Colon, Swim Instructor, Lifeguard, Beach Bum
San Diego, CA
Swim Instructor:
I have one and a half years of swimming instruction experience. I’ve taught clients from all ages and skill levels, including mommy and me classes and active duty swim lessons. I believe that learning how to swim should be fun, enjoyable, and safe.
Lifeguard:Â
I provided lifeguarding services for Marine Cops base Camp Lejune for 2 years. During my time with them we were required to have 4 hours of training regarding lifeguarding every month. While I was working with them I also acquired my Lifeguard Instructor, and swim instructor certifications. The reason I enjoy lifeguarding so much is because, I believe that patrons of all ages should be able to enjoy themselves and feel safe in the water.
Serving:Â San Diego, Coronado, La Jolla, Point Loma

Qi, San Diego Swim Instructor and Lifegaurd
San Jose
General areas I have served include San Diego
Swim Instructor Bio: Hi, my name is Qi and I am going into my 7th year as a swim instructor. I have taught lessons for various age groups, ranging from parent and child to adult lessons. What I enjoy most from teaching swim lessons is helping my students learn something new and being able to see them improve over time. I believe that anyone can learn how to swim as long as they believe in themselves and are willing to try something different.
Lifeguard Bio: Hi I’m Qi. I have been lifeguarding for the past 6 years. I enjoy making sure everyone is safe and having a great time at the pool. What I like most about lifeguarding events is being able to prevent any accidents from happening so that the parents can feel at ease while their guests are in the pool enjoying themselves.

Serena Whitaker, Event Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, Bird Enthusiast, Parrot Owner and trainer
San Diego, CA
I grew up with a pool in my backyard and so I learned to love the water at a young age. I have four years of experience working as a lifeguard in indoor and outdoor settings as well as guarding summer camp events. My first lifeguard and swim instructor job was at my local YMCA back when I lived in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. After I moved here to San Diego in 2018 I continued to work as a lifeguard and swim instructor in the much sunnier California weather! I believe that water safety is extremely important and so I do not take my job lightly. Working as a lifeguard is lots of fun because I am able to interact with many people while also having the skills and training to keep them safe around the pool!
I first started teaching swim lessons at my local YMCA in 2017. Since then I have 3 years of experience teaching private and group lessons year round. I have the most experience with preschool age groups, but I have taught many lessons from parent-child to elementary levels. The best part about teaching swim lessons is that I get to see kids grow confident in themselves and learn life-saving skills. Teaching swim lessons is so rewarding because I’ve helped many kids learn to not be afraid of the water and learn the importance of water safety.
Serving: Fallbrook, Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos

Sydney Helms, Event Lifeguard and Water Polo Goddess
San Diego
I am excited to allow patrons to be able to enjoy the water in a safe environment. I have been a lifeguard for a year now. I started out as a lifeguard at a waterpark and I am happy to continue my experience through private guarding. I love lifeguarding because I get to ensure the safety of those doing what I love: being in the water! I participate in many water activities including water polo, surfing, and diving.
Serving: La Mesa, Spring Valley, Chula Vista, Lakeside

Tessa Wuerfel, Event Lifeguard, Lover of Dogs and Country Music
San Diego
I have been a lifeguard for the past 5 years. I have worked in many different pool environments, from summer camps to a college campus. I like lifeguarding events because I can ensure the safety of all swimmers while others are able to enjoy their event without worrying.
Serving: Carlsbad, Del Mar, La Jolla, Poway