LIFEGUARD COMPETITIONS
Lifeguards are known to be the fittest and the most competitive athletes, and at Santa Monica Pier 360, the top lifeguards from around the world face off against each other in a series of winner-takes-the-glory events. The Lifeguard Surfboat 1 mile race is the historical Santa Monica Mile Dory race that Bernard held since the 60’s!
| Time | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | Lifeguard Surfboat - One Mile | 2 Man Surfboat - Point to Point Deep Water Sprint Race |
| 9:30 / 9:45 | Lifeguard Surf Race: Men/Women | With a running start into the surf from the beach starting line, competitors swim around the course buoys and finish at the onshore finish line |
| 10:00 / 10:15 | Lifeguard 10’6 Paddleboard Sprint: Men/Women | Lifeguards paddle the course marked by buoys, return to the beach, and run to cross the finish line |
| 10:30 / 10:45 | Lifeguard Ironman / Ironwoman Race | Lifeguards cover an open water course that includes a swim leg, a board leg, a surf ski leg and a beach sprint finish |
| 11:00 / 11:15 | Lifeguard Surf Ski Race: Men/Women | Lifeguards paddle their skis (similar to a kayak) around the course buoys and finish on the beach when any part of the ski crosses the finish line |
| 11:30 | Lifeguard Surfboat 3 Lap | 2 Man Surfboat - 3 Lap course through the surf break, expect tumbles |
| 12:00 | Lifeguard Taplin Relay | Lifeguards Relay Teams cover an open water course that includes a swim leg, a board leg, a surf ski leg and a beach sprint finish. |
Times subject to change
