Seacrest Beach Club is proud to have a team of highly trained and experienced lifeguards who are dedicated to ensuring the safety of our guests and members. Our lifeguards are ASHI certified in CPR/AED, First Aid, and Advanced First Aid. They are also familiar with the specific hazards of our beach, such as rip currents and sneaker waves.
Our lifeguards are on duty from 9:30am to 5:30pm, seven days a week, during the summer months. They are stationed at multiple locations along the beach, so they are always close by to provide assistance.
If you are ever in need of assistance, please do not hesitate to ask a lifeguard for help. They are there to keep you safe and ensure that you have a fun and enjoyable day at the beach.
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Bob Klaslo
Lifeguard Captain
Bob Klaslo is the captain of the lifeguards at Seacrest. He has been guarding the ocean since he was 16 years old and is going on his 26th year on the beach. It is truly a lifelong passion for him. He lives with his wife Melissa and their three children, Isla, Jack, and Finn, right across the bay. They enjoy the beach year-round. Bob is also a school social worker by trade with a BA in psychology, a Master's in Social Work (MSW), and his LCSW. If you have any questions or need anything, please feel free to ask!
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Rob Riggi Jr.
Lifeguard Lieutenant
Rob is a lifeguard with 14 years of experience, graduated from Ocean County College with a degree in Marine Science. His favorite coffee is a 24 oz Wawa with a splash of hazelnut. He loves the fall season because of the beautiful weather, warm ocean temps, and good waves. His favorite animal is the turtle.
In his free time, he enjoys surfing, hiking, and spending time with his family. He's also an avid volunteer with the local Red Cross and passionate about his work as a lifeguard. He's committed to keeping people safe in the water. Always looking to improve his skills and knowledge as a lifeguard, he recently completed a training course on CPR and first aid. He's also certified in ocean rescue.
Rob is a friendly and outgoing person, he enjoy interacting with people and helping them to have a safe and enjoyable experience at the beach. He's also a hard worker, always willing to go the extra mile to ensure the safety of others. A valuable asset to his community, dedicated to providing the best possible service to those they protect.
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Ryan Harris
Lifeguard
Ryan is back for his 5th summer on the stand this year. He began his lifeguard career in the summer of 2019. A lifelong resident of Seacrest Beach Club, Ryan loves nothing more than a good swell and surfing a right down the line. A recent graduate of Villanova University, Ryan majored in Comprehensive Science. While at Villanova he worked with women’s basketball team as well as being on committee for the school’s Special Olympics organization. He intends on pursuing a career as a physician’s assistant in the near future. Ryan’s fired up to be on the beach this summer!
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Danny Dibella
Lifeguard
Danny is a 5th year lifeguard at Seacrest. In the off-season, he attends the University of Maryland, where he is currently a rising junior studying computer science and applied math. Some of his favorite things to do in the summer include surfing, competing in lifeguard tournaments, and helping with junior guards. He is excited to have another great summer at Seacrest.
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Flynn Testa
Lifeguard
Flynn is an upcoming sophomore at the University of Maryland majoring in finance. He enjoys surfing, snowboarding, and golfing in his free time. He is also a lifeguard and has extensive lifeguarding skills. He has a loud, clear voice that carries for miles, which is essential for communication on the beach. He is sure to keep all beach goers safe this summer.
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Aidan Chui Liu
Lifeguard
Hi everyone, I’m Aidan and this will be my first year working as a lifeguard. I’m entering my senior of high school and since I was born I have spent my summers at Seacrest. Some of my favorite summer activities include surfing, golfing, playing lacrosse, and hanging out with friends. I’m thrilled to get started this summer!
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Gabe Plasencia
Lifeguard
Gabe is a rookie lifeguard at Seacrest. He just graduated from high school and has been spending his summers on the beach his whole life. He enjoys golfing, surfing, and spending time with his friends. He is excited to start his first season as a lifeguard and help keep people safe on the beach.
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Matthew DiBella
Lifeguard
Hi, I am Matthew DiBella. After 2 years of filling in at the end of each summer, the 2024 lifeguarding season will be my first full summer of lifeguard work. Additionally, I am a rising junior at Rutgers University where I study accounting. In my free time, I love to snowboard, collect legos, practice Jiu-Jitsu, and find any way to keep busy. I can’t wait to get to work this summer!
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Chris Nunziato Jr.
Lifeguard
Hey everyone, I'm Chris Nunziato junior and this will be my first year as a lifeguard. I am 16 years old and entering my junior year of high school at Northern Burlington Regional in my hometown of Columbus, NJ. Some of my hobbies are surfing, playing lacrosse, and hanging out with friends. I've been going to Seacrest since I was born and I'm stoked to be lifeguarding at this amazing beach.
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Maggie Harris
Lifeguard
Hey! I'm Maggie. I just graduated from Glen Rock High School and I'm attending Villanova next year majoring in Comprehensive Science. I love staying active, especially through surfing and basketball. And I am looking forward to being at the beach all summer!