Every year, several young Quebecers go to Hawaii to qualify as Ocean Lifeguards (OL). During their stay, they have to go through extraordinary trials to prove that they can watch over beaches all through North America. This documentary series follows some of these athletes during this perilous and difficult training.
DirectorAudrey Hynes
Episode 1
May 3, 2017
The candidates have to train hard in their respective regions. Without training, they won’t be able to go through their Hawaii challenges.
Episode 2
May 10, 2017
The participants quickly dive into their development. The recruits have to go through three tests to prove they can become Ocean Lifeguards.
Episode 3
May 17, 2017
Already, fatigue is an issue and some of the participants are getting worried that they won’t make it.
Episode 4
May 24, 2017
The recruits have to go through another endurance test, which includes water entry, putting on palms and a 50-meter sprint in a minute.
Episode 5
May 31, 2017
The fifth and last day of training will be emotional. Today is pass or fail. The candidates have to go through a fourth physical test.
Episode 6
Jun 7, 2017
Mission accomplished! The training and the tests are over. The participants have a few days left to take a real vacation together.
