Welcome to the A.L.A. Rookie Ocean Rescue Training Program
A.L.A. Academy
Congratulations on beginning your journey as a professional ocean rescue lifeguard. This 5-day training program will prepare you to meet the United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) standards and become an essential part of our ocean rescue team.
Tonight’s orientation is the first step in that journey.
📝 What to Expect During Tonight’s Session
During this virtual meeting, we’ll cover the following:
✅ Course Overview
Breakdown of the training schedule
Goals and USLA compliance
What to expect at Rock Sports Club
📘 How to Access the Lifeguard Training Manual
Digital version provided
How to bookmark and reference it throughout training
📄 Daily Homework Assignments
Light reading and self-prep exercises
Not collected, but critical for in-person success
Helps reinforce concepts like victim recognition, currents, equipment, and rescue methods
🧠 Final Assessment Preparation
Brief overview of the in-person written exam on the final day
What topics will be covered
How to prepare throughout the week
📚 Materials You’ll Need
To get the most out of tonight’s session, please have the following ready:
A device with Google Meet access
A notebook or digital notes app
Your full attention, this sets the tone for the rest of the course!
🧭 After Tonight: What Happens Next
You’ll report in person to Rock Sports Club on the following dates:
Tuesday, June 10: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday, June 11: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Thursday, June 12: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, June 13: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
(Be ready to head to Porta for dinner afterward on Friday to celebrate with the crew!)
⚠️ Attendance Is Mandatory
These sessions count toward your 40-hour USLA training requirement. If you’re unable to attend any portion of this course, you must notify the instructor in advance and schedule a makeup. If no makeup is available, employment may be postponed.
🎉 Save the Date: Rookie Welcome Dinner at Porta
To celebrate the completion of your training week, you’re invited to our Annual Rookie Welcome Dinner:
📅 Friday, June 19
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Porta Asbury Park - 911 Kingsley Street, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Join us at Porta, a vibrant pizzeria known for its wood-fired pies and lively atmosphere. This dinner is a cherished tradition, bringing together new and returning lifeguards to kick off the season.
💬 Questions?
Come ready with any questions, we’re here to help you become the best lifeguard you can be. The goal of this orientation is to make sure you leave feeling confident, informed, and excited for the week ahead.