Each summer our guards spend long hours working in the sun protecting swimmers at the local pool. It’s no easy feat, but summer could not go on without them! We know that our guards deserve recognition, and we decided to give them a whole week of it! Lifeguard Appreciation Week is a week long series of events we host each…
The busy summer season means you, our lifeguards, are working hard every day keeping our communities safe. Do you sometimes struggle with impatient patrons, or notice coworkers not performing their job correctly? For many guards, issues can arise within the season that they need help solving. We’ve compiled a few common lifeguard FAQ’s to help our guards during the season….
UPDATE: Check out our most updated post! Summer is almost here, which means now is the time to start thinking about what your next adventure is going to be! Joining Guard for Life will not only help you make a difference in your community and earn competitive pay, but you’ll make life-long friends and it looks great on resumes. If this…
While we all know that proper supervision is the best way to avoid trouble in the water, sometimes it can be hard to spot IF there is any trouble at all. In many cases of water safety instances, swimmers may not show any signs of distress. The CDC stated that in 10% of child drowning accidents, the supervising adult was…
In a time cluttered with pre-workout supplements, protein bars, and energy drinks, it can be hard to decipher what is really best to eat or drink before and after a workout. While some of these items may boast increased energy and “bursts” of power, the truth is: they’re not helping you get healthier. Without a proper diet and hydration routine,…
Everyone who’s heard the airline safety speech knows this important rule: you must place the oxygen mask over yourself before helping others. We learn that this logic comes from the idea that if you are unable to breathe, you will not be able to help others breathe. We think that it’s important for our Lifeguards to remember this too —…
Always dreamed of living under the sea alongside Ariel? Well, we can’t make that happen… but unique swim schools opening around the world can give you the next best thing — mermaid lessons! The use of a monofin — a “swim fin” with both feet strapped in together — has become an increasingly popular activity, drawing in a curious public…
Everyone has a busy schedule, and it can be hard to plan fun getaways while trying to keep up with the everyday routine. Taking an impromptu trip is good for the soul, giving you time off from the stresses of work and creating new, spontaneous opportunities to have fun. The year has just started (spring break anyone?) and we know…
Here at Guard for Life we are welcoming the new year with open arms. We are excited to begin planning for Summer 2017, but first we wanted to look back on all the charities we have supported this past year. We are thrilled that so many of our offices have participated in and donated to many different charitable programs all…
We’re ready to start off 2017 with a bang! What are your plans for this year? Here’s a few things we think will help make 2017 your best year yet. Cook For Your Health – </font color>As fast food restaurants and junk food rule the world, learn a skill that can help you lead a healthier lifestyle. Cooking…
