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Virginia Beach Lifesaving Service (VBLS) is a private business that provides lifeguard services to the City of Virginia Beach for their Resort, Croatan, and North End Beaches.
VBLS is a certified agency of the United States Lifesaving Association and a certified BLS / Non-Transport Agency for the Virginia Department Of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services.
VBLS employs around 200 lifesavers each summer to guard and patrol more than 5 miles of public oceanfront beaches. VBLS personnel are trained in surf lifesaving surveillance and rescue techniques as well as emergency medical response.
VBLS takes great pride in its relationship with all of the City's First Responder Agencies to provide the highest level of care to the citizens and visitors that enjoy our beautiful beaches.
Playground
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Snack Shack
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Accessibility Mat
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Volleyball
No Alcohol
No Camping
No Cars on Sand
No Dogs
No Fire Pits
Jellyfish
Rip Currents
Sharks
Beaches and oceans are dynamic natural environments. Crowd conditions, currents, waves, wild animals, and other water and beach conditions can rapidly change. The risks and conditions shown on this site are informational only and not always real-time. Actual conditions may differ. Lifeguards are not always on duty or available. Always remain aware of your surroundings and exercise due care for your own safety and the safety of others around you.
Always check for water warnings or check with a lifeguard before you swim.