Swim Safer Stage 1
SwimSafer is a comprehensive swimming program developed by the Singapore Sports Council to improve swimming proficiency and water safety among children and youth. SwimSafer Stage 1 is the first stage of the program and is designed for beginners who are new to swimming.
During SwimSafer Stage 1, participants will learn basic water safety and survival skills such as how to enter and exit the pool safely, how to recover after falling into the water, and how to tread water for a short period of time. They will also learn basic swimming strokes such as the freestyle and breaststroke, and how to perform basic water skills such as floating and gliding. Participants will be assessed based on their ability to perform these skills in a safe and competent manner, and upon completion of the stage, they will receive a certificate indicating their proficiency level. Overall, SwimSafer Stage 1 is an excellent starting point for beginners to learn essential swimming skills and develop a foundation for further advancement in the program. With certification upon completion, Swim Safer Stage 1 is an excellent starting point for anyone looking to develop lifelong swimming skills while promoting physical fitness and mental well-being. Join Swim Safer Stage 1 today to learn essential swimming skills and enjoy the many benefits of swimming!
Sequence 1A
Perform the following sequence:
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Enter the water with slide-in entry
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Swim on the back 5m (alternating arms and legs or simultaneous arms and legs)
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Submerge head in water, open eyes, blow bubbles and identify object on pool floor
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Perform a front float for 5 seconds and recover
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Then perform a back float for 5 seconds and recover
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Swim 10m on the front (alternating arms and legs or simultaneous arms and legs)
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Signal distress and call for help
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Grasp a float and float for 10 seconds
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Then move (with the float) to the pool’s edge and
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Exit safely from pool
Sequence 1B (w/o goggles)
Dressed in swimwear, shorts and t-shirt demonstrate:
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Correctly fit a PFD, jump into water
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Float for 30 seconds, and then climb out of the water