YWCA Tulsa

A normal lifeguarding shift is fairly relaxed. For lap swim, there are sometimes disputes about sharing lanes and you can offer technique tips to patrons if they ask. During open swim, you especially need to keep an eye on kids and don't be afraid to reprimand them, even if they're regulars and y...

As a swim instructor, you have to like kids. Working long hours with children is very exhausting and you need to be optimistic about it. It's also important to know when to let kids ramble and when to stop them in order to get the lesson done. There is a balance between pushing them and making th...