Dawsons negotiator has a family of lifeguards

Lisa Davies, Senior Negotiator and Valuer for Dawsons’ marina branch, has just gained her National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification from Rest Bay Surf Life Saving Club in Porthcawl, as has her husband Matthew. Their two daughters, Tegan, age 12, and Seren, eight, are following hot on their heels as members of Rest Bay Nippers Lifeguard Club. The family, who live in Margam, decided to join Rest Bay Life Saving Club to ensure that they could enjoy the sea safely. “Living near the coast, I wanted to make sure that we were all safe in the sea.  Matthew and myself also help out with coaching, and represent the Rest Bay Masters in competitions,” said Lisa. “The most challenging part of the training was the practical rescues – consisting of four simulated rescues out at sea. The most enjoyable part was learning all about first aid, and learning about the different sea conditions.” Matthew, a Director of Development for a Housing Association, previously held a Lifeguard qualification, and renewed his at the same time as Lisa gained her qualification. Their daughters hope to become qualified lifeguards too. “It’s useful and enjoyable and we’d encourage other people to get involved,” said Lisa. "Rest Bay Surf Life Saving Club is a friendly club that welcomes all ages from seven upwards.” CAPTION: Lisa Davies with husband Matthew and daughters Tegen and Seren