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Seven out of the eleven members of the
Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach
Resort's highly qualified lifeguard team recently passed the Royal Life Saving Society
(RLSS) drowning prevention course, the most coveted lifeguard course in the world. The
RLSS is the foremost governing body for lifesaving and life guarding and is
based in the United Kingdom.
The seven lifeguards were put to the challenge with strenuous swimming and
fitness tests, theoretical and practical exams in both first aid and CPR and life
guarding / lifesaving skills. The comprehensive course also covered the latest
techniques and updates in life guarding.
Commenting on this feat, Patrick Antaki, general manager, Le Meridien Al
Aqah, said, "We are extremely proud of these seven young men. At Le Meridien Al Aqah
the exemplary facilities are complemented by highly trained staff who ensure that
all guests feel comfortable and most importantly as secure as possible. Whether
you're at the pool or relaxing on the beach, you'll be safe under the watchful eye
of our RLSS certified lifeguards."
A joint venture between Emirates Airlines and the Hotel and Resort Investment
Company, Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort has provided a major thrust to the
tourism sector in the East Coast of the UAE, and is located on a two kilometre
sand beach, nestled between the Hajar Mountains and the Indian Ocean. Some
of the hotel's state of the art facilities include one of the UAE's largest
pools, a Wellness Centre featuring Cleopatra Beauty Rooms, the Baywatch Village restaurant
complex, four additional bars and restaurants and a professional diving
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