What We Do | ABSAR — Antigua & Barbuda Search And Rescue
ABSAR rescue boats deployed
Our Services

We respond when every second counts.

Always free. Always ready. Our volunteer team operates 24/7 across Antigua & Barbuda.

Emergency Response

The work behind every rescue

Our team responds year-round to emergencies across Antigua & Barbuda — on the water and in the field. The work is volunteer-driven and free to anyone who needs help.

Search & Rescue
Marine emergency response, deployment, and rescue operations available daily
Medical Response
Walk-in care and emergency medical coordination at our medic station
Marine Firefighting
Fire response support for vessels and coastal communities
Training & Preparedness
First Aid, CPR, and rescue training programs for our team and the community

Join us — become a volunteer.

No experience needed. We train you from day one.

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Available for Hire

Together we save lives.

Beyond emergency response, ABSAR offers professional services that fund our volunteer operations. Every dollar earned goes directly back into keeping Antigua & Barbuda safe.

ABSAR First Aid and CPR training class

First Aid & CPR Training.

American Heart Association certified.

We are an authorized American Heart Association training site offering certifications in First Aid, CPR, and Basic Life Support for both community members and healthcare professionals.

Scholarships available for Antigua residents — contact us if cost is a barrier.

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Professional safety coverage.

ABSAR delivers professional medical coverage for regattas, sailing events, and community activities. Our team works on-site so organizers, athletes, and visitors stay safe throughout the event.

These organized events provide a large portion of our financial support through the year. While our volunteers donate their time, we still need to cover repairs, maintenance, and equipment. Everything goes back into ABSAR.

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ABSAR rescue boat at Antigua Classics regatta