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Leaders
6 days ago
- Sport
- Leaders
Saudi Swimming Federation Launches 2025 Proficiency Program
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 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. Related Topics: Saudi National Team Takes Part at Third GCC Beach Games in Oman Jeddah lnaugurates First Sandy Beach in North Obhur Handball: Saudi Youth Team Set to Face Japan in 2024 Asian Championship Short link : Post Views: 15 Related Stories
Muscat Daily
08-04-2025
- Sport
- Muscat Daily
Omani paragliding team triumphs at GCC Beach Games in Muscat
Muscat – The Omani national paragliding team clinched the gold medal in the team category and earned silver and bronze in the individual events at the Third GCC Beach Games in Muscat, 2025. The competition, held at Hail Beach in Seeb, saw 14 competitors from Oman, UAE, and Kuwait. Team Results Oman topped the team standings with 8475 points, followed by UAE with 7275 points (silver) and Kuwait with 3925 points (bronze). Individual Results UAE's Abdullah Nasser Mustafa Kashif took gold with 1000 points. Oman's Ahmed bin Hamdan al Kalbani secured silver (950 points), and compatriot Yaqzan bin Jamal al Zadjali won bronze (500 points). Sportsmanship and Camaraderie Retired Major General Mohamed Said Khalfan praised the event's friendly atmosphere, while Nasser Hamouda al Neyadi of the UAE expressed hopes for more regional paragliding competitions. A Memorable Experience Participants, including Abdullah Nasser Mustafa Kashif and Ahmed bin Hamdan al Kalbani, reflected on the unique experience of competing in Muscat's beautiful skies, with a strong desire for more such events in the future.
