Teaching Groups
(Learn to Swim program)

Aims and Objectives

There are eight levels within the Scottish learn to swim program and when each level is past the swimmer will be awarded a certificate an badge. There is also a progress award that can be awarded if a swimmer does not pass the appropriate level after a block of work but has made significant progress to achieving the award

The achievement of each award is a significant step for a swimmer. For a beginner to put their face in the water and blow bubbles for five seconds is as significant a step as a level 8 swimmer mastering a grab start.

The criteria for each of the awards have been set by the Scottish Amateur Swimming Association (SASA), the National Governing Body for swimming in Scotland and provide a common standard throughout the country. Those who achieve all 8 awards will have developed a wide range of skills and will be competent on all of the four recognised swimming strokes. This foundation will assist those who wish to develop their swimming in the competitive environment, those who wish to explore aquatic opportunities and those who wish to swim for fitness or recreation.

To download a copy of the Teaching Group Manual click here. The Manual will provide you with a more detail analysis of the skills to be mastered through levels 1-8.

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