summer

Sunburn is Canceled! | SPF 101

Since we were kids, we’ve always been told to wear sunscreen before going outside. Did you consider how important sunscreen was then? Probably not. Luckily for you, your family probably took it upon themselves to make sure that your sunscreen was always properly applied. Now that we’re older, it’s up to us to make sure that our skin is protected…

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Why Become a Lifeguard?

For many people, summertime is the best part of the year. Schools are out, the weather is great, and you get to spend more time with friends and family. Upgrade your summer even more by taking on a lifeguarding job! Lifeguarding is a rewarding summer job with flexible hours, so you still have time to enjoy the company of your…

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4 Summer Safety Tips

The weather is slowly heating up! Make sure you’re super summer safe this year. Summer has the potential to expose us to threats that we don’t have to worry about as much during cooler months. Here are 4 tips to help you beat the heat and survive summer! Stay Hydrated The most essential tip to surviving summer heat is to…

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It’s Time to Refer a Friend!

You’ve already decided that you want to lifeguard with Guard for Life this summer, why not share the experience with a friend? Refer a friend! Having a lifeguard job can be a rewarding experience for anyone. Guard for Life wants to hire your friends so they can be a part of our lifeguard community with you! Benefits of Referring a…

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Spring Break Countdown!

It’s been a long, cold winter, and you’re probably amped for a well earned spring break. You’ve earned it! Here are a few tips and tricks to get you ready for your road trip or beach vacay. Book now Booking your trip now could save you big bucks. The longer you wait to book your hotel, flights, etc., the more…

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Arm Floaties… A No Go!

It’s that time again — everyone from young to old are running… we mean walking to the nearest pool. We all love seeing families (especially the little ones!) get their swim on. With that in mind, there are a lot of dangerous elements at the pool, and believe it or not, letting kids wear floaties is one of them. When…

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What Makes You a Great Lifeguard?

Everyone knows that lifeguards are our water saviors, watching our families and friends as we relax and enjoy ourselves knowing that our safety is their top priority — but is that all that lifeguards do?   No way! It takes a strong spirit and an intelligent mind to become a lifeguard. They spend hours in the sun, tend to emergency…

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Lifeguard Open Houses This Week!

It’s that time of the year again. Time to secure your spot as a 2016 Guard For Life lifeguard. This week add another thing to be thankful for to your list. Join us for our lifeguard open houses on Tuesday, November 24th and Wednesday, November 25th to get a head start on your summer plans. To find and register for…

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