In Conversation With Dublin Chairperson Bernie Gaines
Hi Bernie. Great to have you here to chat today and congratulations on recently being awarded Volunteer of the Year at the National Awards Ceremony 2023. Can you tell us about how [...]
In Conversation With WSI Education Development Executive Ciara Gleeson
Q1 - You have been volunteering with Water Safety Ireland – Clare for several years now and congratulations on recently receiving an award for 10 years of service with the organisation. [...]
Happy holidays from our water safety family to yours.
Happy holidays from our water safety family to yours. This year has been filled with memorable moments, and as we gather around the Christmas tree, let's also keep in mind the importance of [...]
Water Safety Ireland Lifesaving Sport Calendar 2024
The dates for the Lifesaving Sport calendar 2024 have been announced. Please check social media pages for any dates which have yet to be confirmed. Should you have any queries please contact [...]
National Awards Ceremony 2023
The Water Safety Ireland National Awards Ceremony took place at the Printworks Event and Exhibition Centre, Dublin Castle on the 14th of November 2023. This event acknowledged the brave efforts of the [...]
“A father and son went out on an inflatable paddle board and within minutes they were over a kilometre from shore.”
“A father and son went out on an inflatable paddle board and within minutes they were over a kilometre from shore.” Jayke Morris, Lifeguard, County Mayo Inflatables toys and open water [...]
“I see so many people jumping into rivers and lakes without thinking. You have to check the depth and be aware of hidden dangers.”
“I see so many people jumping into rivers and lakes without thinking. You have to check the depth and be aware of hidden dangers.” Lucy Cleere, Lifeguard, County Kilkenny There are [...]
“We see kayaks and paddle boards getting caught in rip currents, changing tides and offshore winds. The right training is essential.”
“We see kayaks and paddle boards getting caught in rip currents, changing tides and offshore winds. The right training is essential.” Sarah Donnelly, Lifeguard, County Mayo It’s fantastic to see the [...]
“A girl I taught in our summer water safety classes used her skills to safely rescue four people. She was just 15 at the time.”
“A girl I taught in our summer water safety classes used her skills to safely rescue four people. She was just 15 at the time.” Conall Boyle, Lifeguard, County Cork It’s [...]
“An incoming tide left nine people stranded on a sandbank. It all happended in 15 minutes.”
“An incoming tide left nine people stranded on a sandbank. It all happended in 15 minutes.” David Farrelly, Lifeguard, County Dublin Strandings are a regular occurrence at beaches all over Ireland. [...]