Swimmer 2
- Swim 50 metres in shirt and shorts.
- Tread water or float unaided for five minutes and climb out of deep water without using steps or any other assistance.
- Demonstrate both of the following:
- A racing dive;
- A correct backstroke start.
- Swim 100 metres in less than four minutes.
- Swim 800 metres, of which 400 metres shall be on the back, and 400 metres on the front or side (no time limit).
- Surface dive into two metres of water both head first and feet first arid swim at least 2.5 metres under water on each occasion.
- Tread water for two minutes with one arm behind your back.
- Take part in an organised swimming activity.
Notes
A Scout who holds the Swimmer 1 badge qualifies automatically for requirements 1-2 of this badge.
