Hawai‘i’s largest Junior Lifeguard championship to date returns to Kā‘anapali Beach Saturday, August 9, where more than 120 of Hawai‘i’s most promising young ocean leaders will gather from across the islands to compete, showcasing their lifesaving skills, ocean knowledge, athleticism and teamwork. Each summer the Maui County’s Junior Lifeguard Program trains more than 300 youth ages 8 to 17 across Maui, Moloka‘i and Lāna‘i, preparing them with essential ocean safety skills, rescue techniques and emergency response knowledge. The state championships mark the combination of months of training, allowing participants to demonstrate their knowledge, strength and endurance. Many graduates go on to serve their communities as professional lifeguards, firefighters, or EMTs. To learn more go to mauilifegaurds.org.
