Volunteer Life Saving Corps

Volunteer Life Saving Corps The Volunteer Life Saving Corps was the first volunteer lifeguard organization in the U.S., founded in 1912. A new concrete Station was built in 1920.

In 1914, it was chartered by the American Red Cross, and the Corps was renamed the American Red Cross Volunteer Life Saving Corps. The corps has always operated out of a Station at the end of Beach Boulevard. The first Station was a small wooden barn that housed a mule cart used to carry the corps’ rescue dory. That building included first-aid rooms, locker rooms, showers, offices, and a dormitory

. It also included a 70-foot mast, called “The Peg,” from which guards could watch the beach. After serving the Corps for three decades, that building was replaced by the current American Red Cross Station, which was constructed between 1945 and 1947. The current American Red Cross Station is a National Historic Landmark. You can view more information about our Station at https://www.nps.gov/nr/feature/places/14000187.htm.

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To donate to the Volunteer Life Saving Corps, visit:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/save-the-vlsc-fundraiser

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06/10/2026

Thank you Bill Horn, - & .civello and for being Friends of the Corps!

Interested in supporting the VLSC by becoming a Friend of the Corps? Click the link in our bio to view our membership levels.

Congratulations to the 1st Summer class of 2026. These young men have gone above and beyond to prove their dedication an...
05/30/2026

Congratulations to the 1st Summer class of 2026. These young men have gone above and beyond to prove their dedication and determination to saving lives. With 16 weeks of intense training both physically and mentally they are ready to stand guard on Jacksonville Beach. Welcome to the mighty Volunteer Life Saving Corps.

For more information about the VLSC, see our website at http://www.jaxbeachlifeguard.org

05/19/2026

This past Saturday, a handful of our members volunteered in their individual capacities as part of the Ironman water-safety team, alongside other volunteer kayakers, boaters, JSO, JFRD, Clay County Sheriffs, Coast Guard, and many others.

From the ceremonial surf dory lead out to supporting athletes on the course, it was another reminder that lifesaving skills go beyond the beach.

Proud of our members for showing up wherever the water calls. 🌊

This was not a VLSC-sponsored or VLSC-operated event.

A proud night at the Pulido Farm celebrating Marco Pulido as he earned the rank of Eagle Scout. An achievement built on ...
05/15/2026

A proud night at the Pulido Farm celebrating Marco Pulido as he earned the rank of Eagle Scout. An achievement built on years of dedication, leadership, service, character, and commitment to others.

Marco is not only an incredible waterman and young leader, but also serves within the VLSC as our Quartermaster. The same discipline, responsibility, and servant leadership it takes to become an Eagle Scout are the very qualities he brings to our organization and our mission.

Pictured with Marco are his father, Danny Pulido, VLSC Medical Director; his sister Lucia Pulido, a VLSC Surfman; Past Captain Kline; Retired Member Andy Mac; and Past Captain Richard McDill. Congratulations, Marco! Your VLSC family is proud of you. 🦅👏

05/14/2026

LAST CHANCE to join the Summer Recruit Class.

This Sunday, 5/17 • 9AM
Meet at Fletcher Pool ready to swim: bathing suit, goggles + towel.

Bring athletic clothes and shoes to change into for the afternoon at the Life Saving Station
2 Ocean Front, end of Beach Blvd.

Class runs 9AM–4PMish. Ages 16+. Show up ready. 🌊

Congratulations to our Winter Class 2026. After 12 weeks of testing their physical and mental capabilities, the Recruits...
05/03/2026

Congratulations to our Winter Class 2026. After 12 weeks of testing their physical and mental capabilities, the Recruits have graduated to Recruit Surfmen- they are EMR certified and ocean lifeguard trained.
The next few Sundays the Recruits will shadow on the lifeguard towers. We are so proud of their accomplishments and welcome them to the mighty VLSC. And don’t forget… the training and learning never stops! Esprit de Corps

Presentation of the VLSC Guard was a success this morning! This is a tradition where the active membership lines up for ...
04/26/2026

Presentation of the VLSC Guard was a success this morning! This is a tradition where the active membership lines up for inspection by the Board of Directors as well as the city officials. Welcome to the start of the 2026 beach season!

For more information about the VLSC, see our website at http://www.jaxbeachlifeguard.org

Before lifeguarding was a job, it was a calling. Join 100+ years of service. Summer 2026 Recruit Class starts with Orie...
04/26/2026

Before lifeguarding was a job, it was a calling. Join 100+ years of service.

Summer 2026 Recruit Class starts with Orientation on Sunday May 3 12:00pm at the Jax Beach Lifeguard station

For more information, visit jaxbeachlifeguard.org or email us at [email protected]

Do you like the salty water? the ocean breeze? What better way to give back to your community than watching the waters i...
02/04/2026

Do you like the salty water? the ocean breeze? What better way to give back to your community than watching the waters in the big orange towers here in Jax Beach!?
Sunday February 8 @ 10am at Fletcher Pool !! This is the last Sunday to join our Winter Recruit class. Show up ready to swim & stoked for a challenge 🤙🏽

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2 Oceanfront North
Jacksonville Beach, FL
32250

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+19042701685

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