Private Lifeguard for Hire in Los Angeles, CA
Need a lifeguard for your pool party or event in Los Angeles? Ace Lifeguarding provides certified private lifeguards for hire throughout Greater Los Angeles and Southern California. You book a guard, we send a Red Cross-certified, insured, background-checked professional to your pool — that's the whole service. No memberships, no classes, no equipment to rent.
Whether it's a backyard birthday party in the Valley, an estate event on the Westside, or a recurring HOA pool schedule, we cover the water so you don't have to think about it. Book online in a couple of minutes or call (626) 628-5419.
Where Can I Hire a Lifeguard in Los Angeles?
Right here. Ace Lifeguarding is a private lifeguard hire service based in Los Angeles. We supply on-site certified lifeguards for pool parties, private events, HOA and apartment pools, and corporate functions across the entire LA area.
To hire a lifeguard:
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Go to our booking page and choose your date, start time, duration, and number of guards.
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You'll receive confirmation with your guard's details before the event.
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Your guard arrives early, walks the pool, and covers the water for your full booking.
You can also call or text (626) 628-5419 if you'd rather talk it through. Rates start at $240 for a 3-hour minimum, with no travel fees anywhere in Greater Los Angeles.
Should I Hire a Lifeguard for My Pool Party?
If your party has a pool and real numbers of people in it — especially children — yes. Here's the honest reasoning:
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You can't host and watch the water at the same time. Most drownings happen in a crowd, because everyone assumed someone else was watching. A lifeguard has exactly one job, and it isn't the conversation by the grill.
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It's the standard of care. Our staffing standard is one certified lifeguard per 25 swimmers in the water at one time. A trained guard recognizes silent drowning, intervenes early, and is equipped to respond in seconds.
If you've got a handful of strong-swimming adults and a hot tub, you probably don't need a guard. If you've got kids, a crowd, alcohol, or guests who don't all know each other, hiring a lifeguard is the most direct way to make sure everyone goes home safe.
Events We Cover Across Los Angeles
We provide certified private lifeguards for:
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Backyard and private pool parties
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Kids' and adult birthday parties
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Sweet 16s, Quinceañeras, and graduation parties
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HOA, apartment complex, and condo association pool events
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Corporate events, team retreats, and company picnics
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Private estate and luxury home gatherings
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Film and TV production pool sets
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Youth camps, church groups, and community events
If it has a pool and a crowd, we staff it.
Neighborhoods and Cities We Serve
Ace Lifeguarding covers all of Greater Los Angeles — the Westside, the San Fernando Valley, the San Gabriel Valley, the South Bay, and Downtown. We have dedicated lifeguard pages for these communities:
We also serve West Hollywood, Culver City, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Tarzana, Burbank, Glendale, El Segundo, Hawthorne, Inglewood, Thousand Oaks, and surrounding communities. No travel fees within the Greater LA area — call (626) 628-5419 to confirm your location.
How Many Lifeguards Do I Need?
Our staffing standard is one certified lifeguard per 25 swimmers in the water at one time:
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Up to 25 swimmers — 1 lifeguard provides full coverage
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25 to 50 swimmers — 2 lifeguards recommended
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50+ swimmers, multiple pools, or complex layouts — call (626) 628-5419 for a custom staffing plan
Pool geometry matters too. One guard can't watch both ends of a long pool and a separate spa at once. If your pool has a deep end, a slide, a hot tub, or poor sightlines, that's an argument for a second guard even at a moderate headcount. Tell us your setup and we'll recommend honestly — we won't upsell you a guard you don't need, or pretend one covers a crowd that needs two.
Los Angeles Lifeguard Pricing
1 lifeguard — 3 hours (minimum): $240
2 lifeguards — 3 hours (minimum): $480
No travel fees within Greater Los Angeles. No hidden charges. Rates apply seven days a week. Discounts available for recurring bookings — HOAs, apartment communities, and regular clients, call us about a standing rate.
The 3-hour minimum is the floor because a shorter booking doesn't give a guard enough time to set up, provide meaningful coverage, and handle anything that develops. For perspective: a single ER visit for a non-fatal drowning can run tens of thousands of dollars. A 3-hour booking is not the expensive line item.
What's Included With Every Booking
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Every Ace Lifeguarding booking in Los Angeles includes:
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Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification
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CPR/AED and First Aid certification
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Background check on every guard
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General liability insurance — certificate available on request
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Workers compensation insurance
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Rescue tube, cpr kit, and whistle, brought by the guard
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Pool safety walkthrough on arrival
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Professional uniform
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On-time arrival and undivided attention on the water for the full booking
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You don't rent or arrange anything. The guard shows up ready to work.
Why Ace Lifeguarding
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We're a Los Angeles-based private lifeguard hire service — not a staffing agency that subcontracts strangers, and not a training school. When you book, you get a vetted, certified guard who is insured under our policy and held to our standard. Every guard is background-checked and Red Cross-certified before they ever work an event, carries both general liability and workers compensation coverage, and arrives early to assess your pool before guests get in the water.
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We answer our phone, we show up on time, and we tell you the truth about what your event needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where can I hire a lifeguard in Los Angeles?
From Ace Lifeguarding. Book online at acelifeguarding.com/activities or call (626) 628-5419. We provide certified, insured private lifeguards for hire for pool parties and events across Greater Los Angeles, starting at $240 for a 3-hour minimum. -
Should I hire a lifeguard for my pool party?
Yes, if your party has multiple swimmers, children, or guests who aren't strong swimmers. Hosts or parents usually can't watch the water and run the party at the same time. A certified lifeguard provides dedicated supervision. Our staffing standard is one certified lifeguard per 25 swimmers in the water at one time. -
How much does it cost to hire a lifeguard in Los Angeles?
A single certified lifeguard starts at $240 for a 3-hour minimum. -
Two lifeguards start at $480 for 3 hours. No travel fees within Greater Los Angeles.
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How quickly can I get a lifeguard?
For summer weekends, book 1–2 weeks ahead — availability fills fast between May and September. For major holidays like Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, and Labor Day, 3–4 weeks is best. Last-minute availability sometimes exists — call (626) 628-5419 to check. -
Are your lifeguards certified and insured?
Yes. Every guard holds current American Red Cross certification in Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid, passes a criminal background check, and is covered by both general liability and workers compensation insurance. A certificate of insurance is available on request. -
Do you offer lifeguard training or certification classes?
No. Ace Lifeguarding is a lifeguard hire service — we provide working lifeguards for your event. We do not run training courses, certification classes, or swim lessons. -
Do your lifeguards bring their own equipment?
Yes. Every guard arrives with a rescue tube, cpr kit, and whistle. You don't need to provide anything.
Jordan Seltzer
Birthday Party - Beverly Hills
I love this company. We had our son's 1st birthday party and we were inviting our older son's friends to join. We wanted to them all to swim but knew with 3 year olds we needed to make sure everyone was safe. Ace Lifeguarding is great. Booking was simple and on the day of the event not only were they on time but they were early. Unheard of! The lifeguard Phoenix was AMAZING and he actually watched the kids the entire time. No phone, no scrolling was 100% attentive the entire time. I had to actually tell him he could go home, he was that committed to making sure the kids were safe. I cannot recommend them enough.
Preschool Admin
Pool Party - Culver City
I highly recommend ACE Lifeguards! I hired them for both our Fourth of July party and a birthday party, and they were outstanding each time. They arrived on time, looked professional, and did an excellent job keeping the pool area safe and well supervised.
The parents were so appreciative, and I kept getting thanked for providing the extra peace of mind. Having professional lifeguards at the party made the entire event feel more organized and elevated, allowing everyone to relax and enjoy themselves. I wouldn't hesitate to hire ACE Lifeguards again for any future pool party!
Arash Foroutan
Fourth of July Party - Calabasas
We hired Ace Lifeguarding for our Fourth of July pool party, and the experience was excellent from start to finish. Baran was our lifeguard, and he arrived early, introduced himself, and was professional the entire time. He stayed focused on the pool, interacted well with the kids when appropriate, and gave everyone peace of mind without taking away from the fun.
The communication leading up to the event was also great, and the whole process was simple and stress-free. I really appreciated how reliable and organized everything was. We’ll definitely be using Ace Lifeguarding again for future pool parties, and I’d highly recommend them to anyone looking for a dependable lifeguard service.