Pre Camp Swim Tests

Here at Camp Grimes we DO accept early swim test as long as you provide a copy of the Supervising/Facilitating Person Qualification card holder that the certifier holds.  The camp Grimes Aquatics Director, reserves the right to re-test any Scout or Scouter that she deems necessary.

Here is the paperwork for the SwimTests:
https://www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Swim-Classificaiton-record-430-122.pdf   

We look forward to having you down at the water! Feel Free to Email me with any questions that you have. 
Hannah Todd - 2hannahtodd.scouting@gmail.com
2025 Grimes Aquatics Director

SPECIAL NOTE: When swim tests are conducted away from camp, the camp aquatics director retains the right to
review or retest any or all participants to ensure that standards have been maintained. 

REGARDLESS OF WHERE OR WHEN THE SWIM TEST IS GIVEN THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES APPLY: 
• The test is given one-on-one. The test administrator and the swimmer are buddies during the administration of the test.
 • Each component of the test is important. The test must not be changed either to assist the Scout or to expedite the process. 
• The test must be completed without aid or support. Aid includes lifejackets, wetsuits, fins, etc. Swim goggles may be used to avoid eye irritation. 
• Swim tests must be renewed annually, preferably at the beginning of the outdoor season. 

TO THE SWIM TEST ADMINISTRATOR SWIMMER’S 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: side stroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl; then swim 25 yards using an easy resting back stroke. The 100 yards must be swum continuously and include at least one sharp turn. After
completing the swim, rest by floating. 

BEGINNER’S TEST:
Jump feet first into water over the head in depth, level off, swim 25 feet on the surface, stop, turn sharply, resumeswimming as before, and return to starting place. 

Anyone who has not completed the beginner or swimmer tests is classified as a nonswimmer.