Lifeguard instructors teach future (professional) lifeguards the necessary programmes and methods needed to become a licensed lifeguard. They provide training on safety supervision of all swimmers, assessment of potentially hazardous situations, rescue-specific swimming and diving techniques, first aid treatment for swimming-related injuries, and they inform students on preventative lifeguard responsibilities. They ensure students are aware of the importance of checking safe water quality, heeding risk management and being aware of the necessary protocols and regulations regarding lifeguarding and rescuing. They monitor the students' progress, evaluate them through theoretical and practical tests and award the lifeguard licenses when obtained.

Tasks

Tasks include -
(a) Identifying strengths and weaknesses of athletes or teams;
(b) Planning, developing and implementing training and practice sessions;
(c) Developing, planning and co-ordinating competitive schedules and programmes;
(d) Motivating and preparing athletes or teams for competitive events or games;
(e) Formulating competitive strategy, developing game plans and directing athletes and players during games or athletic events;
(f) Analysing and evaluating athletes' or teams' performances and modifying training programmes;
(g) Monitoring and analysing technique and performance, and determining how future improvements can be made;
(h) Officiating at sporting events or athletic competitions to maintain standards of play and to ensure that game rules and safety regulations are observed;
(i) Recording lapsed time and keeping score during events or competitions;
(j) Judging the performance of competitors, awarding points, imposing penalties for infractions and determining results;
(k) Compiling scores and other athletic records.