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SwimSafer Certification

Master Essential Swimming & Water Survival Skills

The SwimSafer Certification is Singapore’s national water safety program, designed to equip children and individuals with lifesaving water survival skills and enhance swimming proficiency. Developed by Sport Singapore and endorsed by the Ministry of Education (MOE), the SwimSafer program ensures that swimmers progress through structured levels, building confidence and competence in the water.

Certified SwimSafer Instructors

Six Progressive Stages of Water Survival & Swimming Proficiency

Recognized Nationally by MOE & Swim Schools in Singapore

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What is the SwimSafer Certification?

The SwimSafer Programme consists of six structured stages, each focusing on water survival, swimming skills, and rescue techniques. It is a mandatory swimming curriculum in most Singapore primary schools and is also available through private swimming schools like Penguin Swim School.

Key Benefits of SwimSafer

Develops essential water survival techniques
Enhances stroke efficiency & swimming confidence
Prepares swimmers for lifesaving and competitive swimming
Certifies students with recognized e-certificates from Sport Singapore
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Who Can Join the SwimSafer Programme?

The SwimSafer Certification in Singapore is designed for

Children (Ages 6 & Above)

Essential for school-based swimming programs.

Teens & Young Adults

Progressively improve swimming skills & survival techniques.

Adults Seeking Water Safety Training)

Learn fundamental water survival skills at any age.

Competitive Swimmers & Lifeguards-in-Training

Enhance swimming performance & lifesaving skills.

Where Do We Conduct SwimSafer Lessons?

Our SwimSafer Certification lessons are available at Popular Public Pools for SwimSafer Classes
Bukit Batok Swimming Complex
Jalan Besar Swimming Complex
Yio Chu Kang Swimming Complex
Yishun Swimming Complex
Heartbeat @ Bedok ActiveSG Swimming Complex
SAFRA Toa Payoh

Frequently Asked Questions