FINS Programmes

FINS curriculum focuses on efficient swimming stroke techniques with a programme structure recommended for children aged 5 and above.

Beginner Level

Provides children water safety awareness and builds confidence in the water.

Duration: 6 months

» PREPARATORY

Water confidence
Basic survival floating

» FOUNDATION

Bubbles Blowing - Inhale via Mouth, Exhale via Nose
Starfish Float (Front and Back)
Recovery to Standing Position from Floating Position
Streamline Flutter Kick (with Swimming Board)

Intermediate Level

Acquire new swim strokes by stages in conjunction with breathing techniques.

Duration: 12 months

To complete the FINS Intermediate programme, swimmers need to be able to swim the below strokes by 25m (half a lap) without assistance and demonstrating the correct stroke techniques.

» FRONT CRAWL (FREESTYLE)
» BACKSTROKE
» BREASTSTROKE
» SURVIVAL BACKSTROKE/SIDESTROKE

Advanced Level

Duration: 9 months

» Focus on water survival and strokes improvement, endurance training starting from 100m to 400m.

Development / Pre-Squad

With the completion of ADVANCED Level, students are encouraged to join the DEVELOPMENT CLASS or PRE-SQUAD which enhances training on perfecting the 4 different strokes including acquiring the Butterfly stroke. The programme focuses on endurance through distance swimming; and speed through sprints and time trial.