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Singapore SwimSafer Stage 2

SwimSafer Stage 2: Building Basic Underwater and Safety Skills

We aim for our SwimSafer Stage 2 lessons to equip your child with the life skills to take their next steps in the aquatic journey. SwimSafer Stage 2 takes the foundational skills learned in Stage 1 and prepares your child for deeper water . Swimming techniques, survival skills and improving overall water confidence, are focused on at this stage. Our certified coaches will help your child master Stage 2 skills with patience and encouragement. Contact us to get more information!

Your Child’s Safety Is Our Priority

What Your Child Will Learn

At Special Needs Swimming, we don’t just teach swimming — we build trust, confidence, and comfort with every lesson. Instructors are assigned according to availability and swimmer needs; families can ask to confirm the proposed instructor's relevant current qualifications and experience, offering one-on-one and small group lessons right in your community pool. With a focus on safety, inclusion, and steady progress, we create a positive and supportive learning journey for every swimmer.

Knowing pool rules and spotting hazards
Breath controlling, blowing bubbles, remaining calm under the water
Front float, back float, returning from a floating position
Basic strokes (25m swimming with arm and leg coordination)
Safe ways to get in and out of the pool
Sculling & treading (staying afloat for 30 seconds without aid)
Appropriate fit and swimming with a personal flotation device

SwimSafer Stage 2 Test Sequence

Swimming Skills

25 meters swim on the front
15 meters swim on the back

Safety Sequence (Without Goggles)

Step-in entry
10 sec front float → swim 5 meters → rollover → 10 sec back float → swim 5 meters
Tread water or float for 30 sec
Get an object out of waist-high water
Exit the pool safely

Dressed Swim (With Shirt and Short)

Perform 15 meters swim (any survival stroke)
Put on a PFD and jump into 1.4 meters deep water
Swim 25 meters (PFD on) and safely exit

SwimSafer Stage 1

SwimSafer Stage 3

Coach Suitability and Qualifications

Instructor credentials vary by assignment. Families should request and verify the proposed instructor’s relevant current qualifications, accreditation and experience before booking. For general reference on swimming education in Singapore, check out PrivateSwimming.sg.

FAQ

1. How is SwimSafer Stage 2 different from Stage 1?

The second stage is based on the first stage, adding the types of swimming, breathing control and treading water. Your child will also learn about underwater safety, including how to detect dangers and swim in proper coordination.

2. Does my child need to swim in deep water for Stage 2?

Not yet! Although your child can enter deeper waters (about 1.4 meters wearing a life jacket), all activities are closely monitored and safety is emphasized. The second stage helps children prepare for the next stage of deeper waters, including buoyancy, rowing and treading water.

3. What kind of swimming is taught at this stage?

Your child will begin to learn the coordinated movement of hands and feet so that they can swim 25 meters on the front and 15 meters on the back. These are the basic swimming styles, which are taught in an interesting and supportive way to build endurance and skills.

4. Why does my child need to learn to tread water and float without aid?

Unaided water jumping and buoyancy are life-saving skills. Coaches teach children how to stay calm and float in case they accidentally fall into the water – especially if they can’t get close to the water immediately.

5. What is the purpose of swimming with clothes and a PFD in Stage 2?

In a real emergency, children may fall into the water while wearing clothes. Learning to wear swimsuits and personal swimsuits (PFD) will help children feel more confident underwater and teach them how to react calmly and safely.