• Travel 5 metres on the front to the side of the pool

• Show a torpedo shape on front or back when pushed to a partner

Grade 4:

• Jump unaided, but supervised, into the water

• Submerge completely

• Rotate through 360 degrees either horizontally or vertically

• Show a mushroom OR a star float

• Travel without assistance 10 metres on the front OR back

• Climb out of the water with assistance if required

Grade 5:

• This grade must be achieved without the use of buoyancy aids or adult support and assistance.

• Show the sequence to jump in the water, turn around, swim back to the point of entry and hold the rail or side

• Submerge completely and blow bubbles under the water

• Push and glide achieving a distance of 2 metres on the front or back

• Float on the front or back and regain standing/vertical position

• Swim 5 metres on the front or back using an over water arm recovery

• Exit safely showing correct use of the ladder (or steps if no ladder is available)