5 MINUTES WITH
5 MINUTES WITH:
JORDAN WHITE Shellharbour lifeguard Jordan has patrolled the NSW south coast for several years and spoke to us about why she loves it and the importance of a packed lunch! Where do you call home? Warilla, NSW. Have you always lived in Warilla? Yes! How long have you been lifeguarding? It’s been seven years so far- I started off with two years at Kiama Municipal Council and I am currently doing my fifth year at Shellharbour City Council. Has lifeguarding influenced your career/other interests? Yes it has. I am also a member of Warilla SLSC and lifeguarding has only enhanced my knowledge and skills for the voluntary patrols I do at my local surf club. What has kept you working on the beach for seven years? My love for the beach. If I’m not working, I’m either out in the water training or surfing. Does lifeguarding complement your lifestyle? Yes, I love sport, outdoor activities and train at the beach every morning and afternoon. I also work at a high school, which enables me to lifeguard on weekends and during school holidays. What is your most memorable lifeguarding story? Going for a paddle one day with a pod of about 50 dolphins. Then afterwards, when I was paddling back to shore, a hammer head shark popped up next to me. I was so scared, but it was pretty cool once I made it back to shore. How do you prepare for a day on patrol? Preparation for a day on patrol actually starts months before. I get into good physical condition and update my training qualifications prior to the lifeguard season. And I ALWAYS pack a good lunch for the day haha. What is your party trick/secret skill off the beach? I can sew and I can also do multiple front handsprings in a row.
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