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Saudi Swimming Federation Launches 2025 Proficiency Program

Saudi Swimming Federation Launches 2025 Proficiency Program

Leaders5 days ago
The Saudi Swimming Federation has launched the 2025 Swimming Proficiency program to highlight the cultural significance of swimming, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
The program seeks to spread awareness of water safety and security across Saudi Arabia's regions.
It also provides Saudi citizens and residents with official swimming proficiency certificates to promote their skills and help them find job opportunities specifically in sectors that require certified swimming skills, such as education, security, and safety.
The federation will conduct the proficiency tests at Ministry of Sport-approved pools across various regions of the Kingdom, as follows: Riyadh
Jeddah
Dammam
Madinah
Makkah
Jazan
Abha
Taif
Hail
Wadi Al-Dawasir
Najran
Al-Ahsa
Arar
Those who are interested in the program can apply through the federation's official website https://saudiswimming.sa/web/home
Then, they will have to pass the program's medical examination, complete the registration form, as well as bring their national ID or residency permit along with the required swimwear.
The program stands as a testament to the Saudi Swimming Federation 's commitment to highlighting swimming as a life-saving skill and an important talent that opens up professional career.
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