<div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="2a575ee4-6307-41d2-a502-d2fc54e35783"><p>At Fleurieu Aquatic Centre, it is our dedicated staff who bring the energy, care, and safety that make our centre feel like home. This month, our Staff Spotlight shines on David, a familiar, reassuring face who has been watching over our pools as a Lifeguard since the very first day our doors opened!</p></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="56df9077-a2aa-4333-a870-f0745e534ad3"><h3>Part of the Foundation Since Day One</h3></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="53cccd6d-14b8-4f74-9674-c450d5b1c72f"><p>Having been on deck from the centre’s official opening day, David has watched our community grow from the ground up:</p><blockquote><p><em>"I have been a lifeguard since the first day that the centre opened."</em></p></blockquote><p>His commitment and steady presence have helped create a safe, reliable, and welcoming environment for thousands of swimmers, families, and fitness enthusiasts over the years.</p></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="08273a2d-36d2-477d-8e87-fc8f5e9a9c20"><h3>What Fuels the Passion: Joy, Excitement, and Inspiring Milestones</h3></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="2c4520e9-19a4-483b-8820-c090926f9cff"><p>For David, stepping onto the pool deck each shift brings a genuine sense of purpose and fulfillment:</p><blockquote><p><em>"I like coming to work because I get a feeling when I am here which is excitement and joy. I watch people pushing to achieve goals and I watch people use the centre for their rehab. It's a positive vibe."</em></p></blockquote><p>Seeing our patrons celebrate breakthroughs, whether they are learning to swim, regaining mobility through water therapy, or hitting personal bests, keeps the energy and morale high across the entire facility.</p></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="1a287cab-40be-4fa7-bfe6-ea929fde043e"><h2>Words of Wisdom: You Are Never Too Old to Start</h2></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="172d841d-3b4a-4a27-82f1-a4838395e9ca"><p>Leading by example, David practices exactly what he preaches when it comes to lifelong fitness and functional movement:</p><blockquote><p><em>"My advice is that you are never too old to start. I swim and gym to keep fit for my masters with surf lifesaving and for good health."</em></p></blockquote><p>Balancing lane swimming and gym sessions to fuel his competitive drive in Masters Surf Life Saving, David proves that staying active is a lifelong reward that keeps your body strong and your spirits high.</p><p>Next time you see David on the pool deck, be sure to say hello, ask him about his surf lifesaving training, and thank him for his years of dedication to keeping our community safe!</p></div>