SwimSafer Townhall Engagement 13 -14 May '24 Summary

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the coaches who attended the SwimSafer Townhall Engagement event from May 13th to 14th at BlackBox SportSG. We truly appreciate your dedication and the time you spent participating in the session.

For coaches who were unable to attend the engagement, we have prepared an infographic and a brief summary of the key points presented by SportSG, Singapore Aquatics and NICA. This information aims to provide you with an overview of the discussions and updates shared during the Engagement session.
 

SwimSafer Townhall Engagement Summary
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SportSG

Transition System (Temporary)

• SwimSafer Assessment Registration | Theory Quiz | Assessor Grading

Integrated System (Q2 2025)

• Integrated System with centralized assessment system to enhance the experience of learners and ensure that they are safe in, on and around the water and to swim well

In 2024, we will explore the following:

• Partner SAQ to design and provide a comprehensive suite of courses available for instructors and assessors to upskill themselves as part of CCE
   
• Implement a transition system to enable the selection of qualified assessors for assessments and explore ways to simplify the instructor-assessor matching process.
   
• Conduct more independent checks and audits on assessments to provide feedback to further improve the instruction of SwimSafer
   
• Kickstart a public education campaign on SwimSafer to better inform and involve parents as a partner in supporting their child’s progress in SwimSafer.  
   

Singapore Aquatics

• A comprehensive program to enhance swimming education and coaching, with coaching pathways, including SwimSafer instructor courses and coaching specializations. (Found in infographic)
   
• Continuous learning and monthly workshops for coaches' professional and personal development to earn their CCE hours.
   
• Holistic learn-to-swim program found in our National Swimming Framework – Full Ecosystem (Found in infographic), which focuses on inclusivity and accessibility, with programs tailored for various age groups and abilities. The program also includes specific skills training for different aquatic sports like open water swimming, artistic swimming, diving, and water polo.
   
• Introduction of Centralized SwimSafer assessment centers to ensure standardization, efficiency, and integrity.
   
• Timeline of the upcoming events (Found in infographic).
   
• Membership renewal  - $20 discount code (Valid June - July '24)
   

Additional Information

Please let us know if you are interested in an online session to clarify any questions about the transition system by completing this form: https://forms.gle/L1w8izcdP4vncSRj6

To view the consolidated version of the slides, please click on the following link: https://tinyurl.com/3crc73xw

SwimSafer Townhall Engagement Feedback Form: https://forms.gle/vVHZjDsYLb2EGKWP6