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News last Updated on ...............22/04/2008
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Beach TAs renew their NBLQ with the addition on the new 'specialist units' which included -
These BEACH TAs brought their vast experience and other relevant qualifications to this course. This list is impressive and clearly indicates the standards that one can expect from them on their Beach Lifeguard courses.
Their impressive qualifications included the following -
All these Trainer Assessors are now in a position to deliver the specialist units on their courses but we recommend that you check in advance with the individual TA that he or she is including a particular specialist unit or their course. You may also check on our 'Courses' page for additional information.
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Transporting your casualty in the wonderful city of Venice would require a whole new set of skills not least boat handling. All coxswains take note. Click on thumbs to enlarge
Teams representing North and South of Ireland competed in this exciting competition which took place in Dublin. Congrats to all involved - teams, coaches, judges, timekeepers and most especially all the competitors .... well done everyone !! See the pics and read the article on the latest edition of 'LIFEGUARDS LINKS'
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Keep yourself up to date with all the latest news and technical developments and what is happening in the lifeguard world here in Ireland. This is a ' must read' and available now to download on our "Documents Download" page. The current issue is now available to view or download. Remember to read all the back issues with all the news, reviews and info from around the country.
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Read the article written by - Marcos Dias ISA Surf Coach Level 2, National Irish Team Coach and National Beach Lifeguard Trainer Assessor The ISA set out their plans to develop the next generation of young surfers in Ireland. These 'grommets' will receive top class training and tuition on the courses now been rolled out across the country by the ISA. LIFEGUARDS IRELAND support Marcos and his colleagues in the ISA, in their tremendous work and their aims in developing the sport of surfing and generating an awareness of safety in the sea for all surfers. Welcome to the new generation of 'Rookie Lifeguards' !! Click on the icon to open the article
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Available in the new AURA Leisure Complex in Letterkenny Co. Donegal -
Available in the new LEISURE WORLD in Cork -
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The newly elected President of ' lifesavers
ireland' Eddie Duffy is pictured here presenting Bronze Medallions to the
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LIST OF APPROVED SURF SCHOOLS The ISA has just published A NEW AND AMENDED LISTING of the names and details of its APPROVED SURF SCHOOLS. The full details and information can be had by visiting the ISA website. We also publish and updated the list on our 'BLOG' as soon as it becomes available. LIFEGUARDS IRELAND strongly recommend and advise everyone interested or involved in surfing to use only ISA APPROVED SURF SCHOOLS. You will find full details and information by visiting the IRISH SURFING ASSOCIATION website or by going to our 'Friends Links' page. If you are a beginner, or seeking lessons for yourself or for your children then these ISA APPROVED SURF SCHOOLS are especially a must!!
Click on thumbs to enlarge A young lone surfer was plucked from the surf at Tullan, Bundoran on Friday evening 9/03/07 after getting into serious difficulties. All the EMS were involved and we understand that he was taken to Sligo General Hospital for treatment. However, thanks to the prompt actions of the Emergency Rescue Services no serious injuries were incurred. LIFEGUARDS IRELAND again stress the need for all surfers to join and become ISA members and ask all surfers to adhere to the safety rules of the IRISH SURFING ASSOCIATION as detailed and listed above.
Click on thumbs to enlarge Successful candidates on the National Beach Lifeguard Trainer Assessors course receive their coveted " yellow folders " on the completion of the course. This experienced group, which came from all over Ireland, will be now be in a position to deliver the new surf module. Remember to check out the 'Courses' page for nationwide details of their courses throughout Ireland, both North and South.
New York City are recruiting 1200 Lifeguards for their 14 miles of beach. They plan to recruit Lifeguards from all across Europe including Ireland and are particularly interested in talking to Lifeguards holding the NBLQ. The city will help with visas and find you a place to stay. It's a 48 hour week and the money is not bad !! Check out the details for yourself on www.nyc.gov/parks .
The pic above shows the swearing in of new
Lifeguards (in their bright orange uniforms!) by the Parks Commissioner Adrian Benepe.
Check out our Employment Page for details of employment as a Lifeguard both in Ireland and abroad.
Also check out our Employment Page for details of employment as a Lifeguard on the famous Lack's Beach, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and view their letter of introduction and job description.
Click on thumbs to enlarge How would you like to do your NBLQ in the warm waters of the Canary Islands? Our good friend and colleague John Sager continues to operate these popular courses. Check out the details of all courses on their website Lifeguard and Rescue International . Now don't say we we did not tell you !
Thanks to all the TAs that attended one of the three national 'Special Get Together' and network updates. TA's in all disciplines attended these events. If you are interested in participating in another such 'social' event in the Autumn 2008 please let IQL IRELAND aware of your interest. Open and check all the details and information from the last update.
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The new heavy weight (230gm) Polo Shirt is now available at a special introductory price of €28.00 including P&P. Offer only applies while stocks last. You may Order Online making your payment by credit card or send a cheque or postal order today, with your name and postal address and state the size that you require and we will dispatch your polo shirt to you on the same day. This attractive embroidered design displays
the Irish National Flag and also our motto ' A Duty to Care'
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Click here for more information on how to get your POLO SHIRT and Car Sticker.
Click to Support your Lifeguards and get more information on how to get your POLO SHIRT and Car Sticker. All monies are reinvested in the development programme of LIFEGUARDS IRELAND.
Winners of 23 GOLD, 3 SILVER and 4 BRONZE MEDALS at LIFESAVING CHAMPIONSHIPS in POND'S FORGE SHEFFIELD Nov.2006 Click on thumbs to enlarge Pictured above left, is the Irish Team and on the right is David Browne, winner of the Men's Master Resuscitation Competition with the Lady Mayor of Sheffield.
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Congratulations to Captain Billy Bustard and his fellow directors of the Donegal Bay cruise ship 'Dun na nGall' pictured receiving their Life Support certificates. Committed to the safety of their crew and passengers they all recently completed a Life Support and First Aid course.
Pool Lifeguard Catherine Coleman, was recently presented with a 'Certificate of Commendation' in recognition of her successful brave rescue from the sea of a person in difficulty in the cold waters of December. The presentation of the bravery certificate was made in ACTON'S HOTEL in KINSALE by the President of lifesavers IRELAND (RLSS) Margaret Caulfield. In addition, LIFEGUARDS IRELAND were pleased to present Catherine with a sport's Casio watch in recognition of her bravery. Click on thumbs to enlarge
ACTON'S HOTEL very kindly sponsored a champagne reception on the occasion.
The Minister for the Environment and Local Government, Dick Roche T.D. presents the Charles Thomson Award in 2006. Presented annually to the Local Authority deemed to have done the most work to promote water safety on the island of Ireland. The Award is jointly presented by the ‘Lifesavers Ireland’ RLSS, ‘Lifesavers Northern Ireland’ RLSS and the Irish Water Safety Association. This year, the award was presented to Kerry County Council for its pro-active role in water safety. The Minister congratulated Kerry County Council for the top class contribution it made to water safety in the county. Click on thumbs to enlarge
Please download the full report by clicking on the ADOBE icon or you may access the file through our 'Documents Download' page.
Now available in IRELAND !!
Click on thumbs to enlarge For full information on this new and exciting development contact - IQL IRELAND Ian Wakefield (Business Development Manager ISRM) is no stranger to the pages of LIFEGUARDS IRELAND. Please now read Ian's introductory letter and invitation to be part of ISRM IRELAND.
BLUE FLAG Beaches and Marinas in Ireland and Northern Ireland for are available on our ' Irish Blue Flag' page.
For information and details of courses in the Buncrana Leisure Centre please email the Trainer/Assessor - Gerard McClafferty.
Details and information on Pool and Beach Lifeguard courses and activities in Sligo IT from Paula Roddy by email : lifesavingandlifeguardtraining@hotmail.com
Open the 'LIFEGUARD LINKS' Latest ISSUE on our "Documents Download" page to view the results and photos from the Championships. It is available to view or download.
Click on thumbs to enlarge Imelda Lynch, a member of lifesavers IRELAND (RLSS) and a qualified Beach and Pool Lifeguard Trainer/Assessor successfully completed her 21 miles swim of the English Channel from Abbot's Cliff in Dover to Cape Gris Nez at Calais on Saturday afternoon 10th. September 2005.She was accompanied on the escort vessel by her son John, fellow Lifeguard Trainer Assessor Susan Quinlan, friends Marie and Grainne and stalwart advisor and Master Swimmer Martin Cullen. When we spoke with Imelda she also asked us to pay tribute and recognition to her good friend and mentor Eilish Burns in Cork. With an early start at 1.52 am on Friday 9th. she made landfall on Saturday 10th. in the afternoon at 4.26pm. The escort vessel was the "Ocean Breeze" and the Official Observer on board was Brian Harbottle. The conditions were described as ideal, calm with a little early hazy mist.
On the crossing only one
large jellyfish was spotted but a bigger hazard was the many ocean tankers.
In fact one was so large that it was mistaken as Calais by one individual!!
Imelda was within one mile off the French coast after 11 and a
half hours but then entered slack water. The frustration of that
last mile took three hours
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