USLA National Lifeguard Championship Rules - United States Lifesaving Association

USLA National Lifeguard Championship Rules

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Objectives

To sustain and uplift employee morale;

To stimulate personal interest in rescue skill training; and

To acquaint the general public with water safety procedures and skills used daily by professional lifeguards to advance public safety at the beach.

Rules

USLA Lifesaving Sport Rules (Effective July 2025)
USLA Junior Lifeguard Competition Guidelines (Effective April 2023)

2025 Rule Changes: Beach Sprint Unlimited Entries • Open Surf Boats Always Have a B Final • U19 Points Count Toward Masters • Masters Shortened Distances (See Details)