About Lifeguard for Hire
A division of Swan Aquatics — keeping people safe around water since 2014.
Our Story
Swan Aquatics was founded in 2014 by Melissa Swanson after a near-drowning incident during a private swim lesson. That experience made one thing clear: qualified aquatic safety professionals shouldn't be hard to find.
What started as a small operation managing municipal and HOA pools in California has grown into a multi-state aquatic safety network serving thousands of clients. Lifeguard for Hire was launched to bring that same expertise to private events — giving homeowners, event planners, and businesses access to the same caliber of lifeguard that protects public facilities.
Today, we operate across six states — California, Nevada, Arizona, Georgia, North Carolina, and Texas — with hundreds of certified staff members. Every lifeguard in our network holds a current American Red Cross certification, has been background-checked, and is covered under our $3M liability insurance policy. Higher liability limits are available for ongoing facility partnerships through Swan Aquatics for an additional fee. We are a BBB Accredited Business and an SBA-certified Women-Owned Small Business.
What We Stand For
Safety First
Water safety is never an afterthought. Every event, every pool, every time — a certified professional is watching.
Professional Standards
Red Cross certified, background-checked, uniformed, and equipped. Our lifeguards represent the highest standards in aquatic safety.
Accessible Protection
Every gathering near water deserves professional coverage. We make it easy and affordable to hire a certified lifeguard.
Credentials & Insurance
Part of the Swan Aquatics Network
Lifeguard for Hire is one of several brands under the Swan Aquatics umbrella, each focused on a different aspect of aquatic safety and education.