What you need to do
- Pass or have passed the Swimmer badge.
- Demonstrate entry into water by a straddle jump and racing dive.
- Swim 100 meters in less than four minutes.
- Swim 800 meters, of which 400 meters shall be on the back, and 400 meters on the front or side (no time limit).
- Surface dive into two meters of water both head first and feet first and swim at least 2.5 meters under water on each occasion.
- Tread water for three minutes.
- Take part in a swimming activity of an advanced nature, for example, competitive swimming, competitive diving.
Notes
A Scout who holds the Swimmer badge and who has qualified for the Silver Swimming Challenge Award of the Amateur Swimming Association qualifies automatically for this badge.
Every care must be taken to check the depth of water and the safety of the diving area when taking or practicing for this badge.