Water safety from someone who's spent 13 years on the Malibu coast.
Lifeguard Water Safety provides on-set water safety for film, TV and commercials, private party and estate lifeguards, and surf and swim lessons across Malibu, West LA and the Conejo Valley. We're led by Bryce Kolb, a California State Parks ocean lifeguard for 13 years.
- 13 years as a CA State Parks ocean lifeguard (Malibu)
- Network of qualified lifeguards & EMT-certified water pros
- Beach · Ocean · Pool · Boat · Tank
- [Insured, COI available on request: pending]
What we do
One call for water safety, wherever LA gets wet.
From a stunt in a studio tank to a seven-year-old's birthday by the pool, we put trained eyes on the water so you can focus on the shot, or the party.
Film & TV Water Safety
Beach, ocean, pool, boat and tank/stunt coverage that stays out of frame and in sync with your AD and stunt coordinator.
Learn more →Private Party & Estate Lifeguards
Birthday parties, estate events and weekends at the house. A professional watches the water so you can host.
Learn more →Surf Lessons
Private and small-group lessons with ocean safety built in, matched to the day's conditions.
Learn more →Swim Lessons
Private, at-home lessons for kids and adults, from water comfort to confident swimming.
Learn more →Open-Water Events & Boat Days
Ocean swims, paddle races, yacht and boat days. Water coverage planned around the conditions.
Learn more →EMT Standby & HOA Guards
EMT-certified standby for shoots and events, plus reliable HOA pool coverage.
Learn more →Why Lifeguard Water Safety
Ocean-tested judgment, on every job.
13 years on the Malibu coast
Guarding Malibu's coast for California State Parks means reading rips, swell and people before trouble starts. We bring that same standard to your pool and your set.
A deep bench
A large network of qualified lifeguards and EMT-certified water professionals lets us scale from one guard to a full water unit.
Set-smart and discreet
We work around takes, stay out of frame, coordinate with your 1st AD and stunt team, and keep private events private.
How it works
Three steps to a safer day on the water
Tell us about the water
Date, location, water type and who's getting in: cast, guests or students.
We scope and quote
We recommend coverage based on the conditions and the people, and explain why.
We arrive early, leave last
Site walkthrough, safety briefing, eyes on the water until everyone's out.
Service area
Malibu to the Conejo Valley, and greater LA
Coastal shoots, canyon estates and Conejo Valley backyards. If there's water, we can cover it.
Reviews
References available on request.
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From the blog
Straight answers from the tower
Do You Need a Lifeguard for a Film Shoot in LA? Water Safety Requirements for Productions
Shooting in a pool, tank, or the ocean in LA? A 13-year ocean lifeguard explains permit rules, CSATF water-hazard guidance, and how to staff water safety on set.
Read →How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Private Lifeguard for a Pool Party in Los Angeles?
Real, published 2026 lifeguard rates from LA providers, what drives the price, how many guards you need, and what to ask before you book. From a 13-year ocean lifeguard.
Read →Malibu Surf Lessons: What to Know Before You Paddle Out
A 13-year Malibu ocean lifeguard on choosing a surf lesson, reading rip currents, water quality after rain, wetsuits, and lineup etiquette before your first wave.
Read →Have water in the shot or a pool full of guests?
Tell us the date, the location, and the water. We'll scope coverage and send a quote.