Aquatics Awards
NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2021 AQUATICS AWARDS ARE NOW CLOSED.
2021 National Pool Lifeguard Competition
The 2021 National Pool Lifeguard Competition will also be held in Palmerston North on Tuesday 17 August prior to Waves. This is a chance for Lifeguard teams to pit their knowledge and skills against others in the industry with the aim of being crowned New Zealand National Pool Lifeguard Champions.
This year we are changing format to include some new challenges. Teams of four can be made up of staff from the same facility, organisation or region. If your facility or organisation is interested in entering, please contact rhiann@nzrecreation.org.nz for more details.
Lifeguard of the Year - Michelle Tetzlaf (Wanaka Pool)
Aquatic Innovation Award - Drowning Prevention Auckland
Lifeguard Team of the Year - Kāpiti Koastguards and CLM Raptors
Lifeguard of the Year Merit Awards - Alex Te Kowhai, Emily Robinson and Martin D' Orso