The Galveston Lifeguarding Association is the Galveston Chapter of the Gulf Coast Region of the United States Lifesaving Association www.usla.org. Our mission is to promote water safety throughout our region, specifically beach and ocean safety. Galveston Lifeguarding Inc., is a 501-c3 nonprofit organization that supports the efforts of the Galveston Island Beach Patrol, particularly in the areas of water safety education, competition, outreach, and scholarships.
GIBP HEADQUARTERS
301 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, Texas 77580
If you have a water related emergency, dial 911.
Phone: (409) 763-4769
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ABOUT GIBP
The Galveston Island Beach Patrol (GIBP) is certified as an “advanced” level agency of the United States Lifesaving Association and is the designated lifeguard service for the city of Galveston. It is a Texas Department of Health certified first response agency employing over 100 people comprised of lifeguards, senior guards, supervisors, peace officers, and dispatchers. The mission of GIBP is to protect the 5-7 million people who visit the Galveston beaches each year, respond to aquatic emergencies 24/7/365, educate the public about beach safety, and be a good community partner.