[header] How to survive your first year in color guard [title] Self evaluate. [step] Before you even try out for color guard, you need to be aware of all that goes into it, and you need to decide if this is something that you will enjoy. Many people go into color guard without even knowing what it is all about. 
If you enjoy dancing, being a part of a team, and can endure long practices, this is perfect for you! [title] Gain endurance. [step] Believe it or not, color guard is a sport.