American Lifeguard Association

Welcome to American Lifeguard Association®

The American Lifeguard Association has been offering lifeguard courses for over 30 years.

ALA helps with the development of testing protocols and the administration of health and safety program at swimming pools, waterparks, and beaches. ALA emphasizes public awareness of responsibility in aquatic environmental issues to protect the world we live in. It has worked diligently on environmental issues to help keep our beaches and waterways cleaner for our future generations.