A structured 6‑level program for 15 years old and above to build comfort, skill, and safety in water, guided by patient SPEEDISWIM coaches.
Whether you are taking your first step into the water or returning after an extended break, SPEEDISWIM’s Adult Learn To Swim (ALTS) program offers a patient, caring, and professional environment.
We understand that many adults wish to learn to swim but may be hesitant due to fear or past experiences. Our coaches specialize in adult learning principles, helping you progress comfortably through positive reinforcement, achievable goals, and structured guidance.
At SPEEDISWIM, learning to swim is not just about mastering strokes—it’s about building confidence, improving fitness, and finding freedom in the water.
SPEEDISWIM Adult Learn To Swim (ALTS) is a 6-level progressive program designed to develop comfort, confidence, and competence in the water for adults of all ages and backgrounds.
The program begins with essential water safety and buoyancy skills, gradually advancing to full-stroke proficiency, endurance, and survival techniques. Each lesson is conducted in a safe, supportive environment that promotes individual success and lifelong enjoyment of aquatic activity.
Our certified instructors guide you step-by-step — from learning how to float and breathe comfortably, to mastering efficient strokes and performing advanced survival skills. Whether your goal is to overcome water fear, enhance your technique, or swim for health and recreation, SPEEDISWIM provides a clear and empowering pathway to success.
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For male teenagers in Singapore, swimming is an essential life skill that fosters confidence and prepares them physically for National Service. Mastering the ability to stay calm and composed in the water not only enhances readiness for aquatic training but also helps navigate the National Service experience with greater assurance and ease.
Swimming unlocks a world of water-based adventures, from beach days and kayaking to snorkeling and lively pool gatherings, all enjoyed safely and confidently. This essential skill not only enriches your social life but also opens doors to unforgettable experiences with loved ones.
Given that over 71% of our planet is covered by water, swimming transcends mere recreation; it is a fundamental survival skill. Acquiring this ability provides the crucial awareness and physical capacity to remain buoyant, make sound judgments, and offer assistance to yourself or others during aquatic emergencies.
Swimming offers an exceptional full-body workout, simultaneously building endurance, toning muscles, and significantly boosting cardiovascular health. Its uniquely gentle, low-impact nature makes it perfectly suited for adults, providing a sustainable exercise that supports holistic wellness, promotes relaxation, and fosters long-term fitness.
Level 1 introduces adult learners to the water in a calm and supportive environment, focusing on developing comfort, trust, and body awareness.
This foundational stage helps participants overcome any fear of water while learning how to stay relaxed and move safely. Through gentle exercises and guided practice, learners gain control of their breathing, balance, and buoyancy.
By the end of this level, participants will be able to enter and exit the pool confidently and maintain comfort in both shallow and slightly deeper areas.
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Level 2 focuses on building body coordination, stability, and rhythmic breathing to help adult learners move through the water with greater ease and confidence.
Participants will learn how to glide efficiently in a streamlined position and coordinate arm and leg movements for propulsion. This stage refines body alignment and introduces continuous motion in the water while emphasizing relaxed breathing control.
By developing smooth transitions between gliding, kicking, and breathing, swimmers gain confidence to maintain buoyancy and sustain motion independently.
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Level 3 builds on the foundational confidence and control developed in earlier levels, introducing the key swimming strokes used for lifelong fitness and recreation.
Adult learners will refine their body positioning and breathing coordination while learning the proper arm and leg techniques for freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke. This level also focuses on building stamina and directional awareness through treading water and controlled movement.
By the end of this stage, swimmers can confidently swim up to 25 metres continuously with improved technique and endurance.
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Level 4 focuses on refining swimming techniques and building the endurance needed for continuous, efficient swimming. Adult learners will enhance their freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke through improved coordination, breathing control, and body alignment.
This level introduces swimmers to underwater swimming with a surface dive. Swimming longer distances with pacing. Through progressive lap training and practice in lane discipline, participants develop rhythm, consistency, and the confidence to swim greater distances.
By the end of this level, swimmers can complete 50 metres with controlled technique and steady breathing.
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Level 5 challenges adult swimmers to refine their efficiency and master advanced swimming skills used in performance swimming. This stage introduces Butterfly, along with the techniques required for fast and smooth starts, turns, and underwater transitions.
Swimmers focus on maximizing propulsion through correct body alignment, streamline control, and consistent pacing over longer distances. With targeted drills, participants develop greater coordination and stamina while enhancing overall stroke quality.
By the end of this level, swimmers can confidently complete continuous 100m swims with improved rhythm and form.
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Level 6 equips adult swimmers with vital survival and self-rescue abilities for real-life water emergencies. Participants will learn how to remain calm and conserve energy through controlled movements and practical techniques such as survival strokes, underwater swimming, and safe deep-water entries.
This level emphasizes safety awareness, problem-solving, and efficient floating methods, even while clothed or using a PFD.
By mastering these skills, learners build the confidence to handle unexpected water situations with composure and independence, ensuring safety in both pool and open-water environments.
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