FIRST CLASS SCOUT

9b. Successfully complete the BSA swimmer test.

As a Second Class Scout, you have already learned to jump into deep water and begin swimming. You also know how to stop and start, and how to turn while swimming. These skills are all part of the BSA swimmer test. Now you need to develop sufficient strength and stamina to swim 75 yards with one of your crawl strokes, or with one of several new strokes. Additionally, you need to master the elementary backstroke and floating so that you can rest while swimming, working, or playing in deep water.

BSA Swimmer Test

Jump feet first into water over the head in depth level off, and begin swimming. Swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststrok, trudgen, or crawl; then swim 25 yards using an easy, resting backstroke. The 100 yards must be completed in one swim without stops and must include at least one sharp turn. After completing te swim, rest by floating.