Bruce Hopkins

  Welcome to another episode of the Aquatic Mentors podcast. I am your host, Katrina van Eyk. In this episode I interview one of Australia’s most iconic lifeguards who has been patrolling the NSW beaches and protecting swimmers for 30 years. So, please extend a big welcome to the podcast for Bruce Hopkins. Bruce or Hoppo as he is more widely known is one of the world’s most influential and recognised Lifeguards. He regularly graces our tv screens with his work on Bondi Rescue where he and his fellow lifeguards share a look into their work protecting and educating locals and tourists at Bondi Beach about water safety. As a respected water sportsman and competitor Hoppo has won two gold medals at the Australian Surf Life Saving titles, and as President of Surf Educators International he has travelled the world to educate on water safety. Bruce shares his extensive knowledge of water safety with the world through the Float to Survive campaign, encouraging people to learn the skill of floating to help save their life when in trouble in the water. With Bondi Rescue reaching such a wide audience and educating them on the importance of water safety Bruce saw an opportunity to bring this education to the children of Australia and now consults for the children’s TV show – Kangaroo Beach. To top off all his amazing work Bruce has started his own podcast called ‘Life’s a Beach’. In the podcast Bruce interview’s special guests, share his personal journey and talks about the all-important frank discussions impacting himself, his friends, and the lives of his audience. Through today’s episode Bruce shares some insights into his work as well as his thoughts on lifeguarding and swimming in Australia and where he see’s swimming and water safety moving to in the future. Please share the hidden gems you find in Bruce’s interview on our Facebook page, Aquatic Mentors and you will find all his contact details listed at the end of the show notes. If you want to share your aquatic story, please contact me via my email: [email protected] Check out our website aquaticmentors.com.au for our Season 1 Ebook. So, let’s jump in and find out more about Bruce’s journey in swimming. Bruce Hopkins Contact Information: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-hoppo-hopkins-17980763/ Podcast: https://www.lifesabeach.co/ Website: www.lifesabeach.co www.surfeducatorsinternational.com.au Email: [email protected] Instagram: @lifeguardhoppoofficial  @lifesabeachau @kangaroobeachofficial Katrina van Eyk's Contact Information: Aquatic Mentors - https://www.aquaticmentors.com.au/ Facebook - Aquatic Mentors Regional Swim Clinics - www.regionalswimclinics.com.au Email – [email protected] Facebook - Regional Swim Clinics Aquatic Mentors Ebook Link: https://www.regionalswimclinics.com.au/top-10-tips-for-aquatic-professionals/