EVENTS

Rookie Welcome Dinner at Porta
Jun
19
Recreational

Rookie Welcome Dinner at Porta

Rookie Welcome Dinner at Porta

📅 Friday, June 19
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Porta Asbury Park – 911 Kingsley St, Asbury Park, NJ
🌐 pizzaporta.com/asbury-park

Join us in celebrating the completion of the 2026 Rookie Training Program with a night of great food and even better company at Porta, one of Asbury Park’s most iconic pizzerias.

This is your chance to unwind, meet teammates from across the A.L.A. crew, and kick off the season with positive energy and team spirit. All rookies, returning lifeguards, and officers are encouraged to attend.

No RSVP required. Just show up, bring your appetite, and enjoy!

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Beach Teach - Day 5: In-Person Training
Jun
19

Beach Teach - Day 5: In-Person Training

Day 5: Final Exam & Rescue Certification

The final day of training includes a comprehensive review of all course content followed by the A.L.A. certification exam, taken on your personal device. The exam covers the full scope of the training manual, worksheets, and field sessions. This is your opportunity to demonstrate the knowledge, readiness, and professionalism expected of an A.L.A. ocean lifeguard. Let’s finish strong, see you at Porta afterward to celebrate!

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Beach Teach - Day 4: In-Classroom Training
Jun
18

Beach Teach - Day 4: In-Classroom Training

Day 4: Advanced Equipment & Environmental Response

This session builds on the physical and mental challenges of surf rescue. Trainees will work with paddleboards, rescue lines, and UTV support while navigating complex scenarios like choppy water, rip currents, and hazardous marine life. Emphasis will also be placed on lifeguard judgment, documentation, communication with agencies, and upholding professional conduct on and off duty.

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Beach Teach - Day 3: In-Person Training
Jun
17

Beach Teach - Day 3: In-Person Training

Day 3: Victim Recognition & Basic Rescue

Day 3 is all about developing instinct. Trainees will learn how to recognize the signs of distress and drowning, communicate effectively by radio and whistle, and execute entry-level rescue techniques. Hands-on drills will cover water entries, approaches, victim contact, and transport. By the end of the day, guards will be trained in the rescue fundamentals that define professional readiness.

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A.L.A. Academy - Day 2: In-Person Classroom
Jun
16

A.L.A. Academy - Day 2: In-Person Classroom

Day 2: Station Operations & Preventative Lifeguarding

Our first in-person session focuses on the foundations of lifeguarding: station setup, equipment layout, swim zone management, and proactive patron safety. Trainees will review daily responsibilities, tower positioning, and early hazard recognition strategies such as dynamic flag usage and walking torp techniques. This is the day where rookies begin learning how to think and act like professional surf lifeguards.

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A.L.A. Academy - Day 1: Virtual Orientation
Jun
15

A.L.A. Academy - Day 1: Virtual Orientation

Day 1: Virtual Orientation

Welcome to the A.L.A. Rookie Ocean Rescue Training Program. During this virtual session, trainees will receive a complete overview of the week ahead, including how to access the training manual, complete daily assignments, and prepare for the final certification exam. We’ll review expectations, schedule details, and the resources you’ll use throughout the course. Attendance is mandatory and sets the tone for your success.

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