Swimming
Our St Andrew's School Swim Team builds fitness, discipline, and teamwork through competitive swimming.
Swimming
The St Andrew's School (Secondary) Swim Team was founded in 2006 with the construction of the swimming pool. The CCA provides students with a platform to improve their swimming skills, build strong bonds with teammates, and grow in character. The programme focuses on improving stroke techniques and cardiovascular endurance. We have a group of dedicated swimmers who have consistently excelled at National Schools competitions, as well as local and overseas meets.
Swimming as a sport is designed to foster school spirit, instils values and other benefits such as
Physical Benefits:
🏊 Cardiovascular Endurance – Strengthens the heart and lungs.
🏋️ Muscle Strength & Tone – Works all major muscle groups.
🦴 Flexibility & Coordination – Improves joint flexibility and body control.
💪 Stamina & Fitness – Enhances overall endurance and fitness.
Mental & Emotional Benefits:
🧠 Discipline & Focus – Requires dedication and concentration.
😌 Stress Relief – Water has a calming effect, reducing anxiety.
🕰️ Time Management – Athletes learn to balance training and academics.
🫀 Resilience & Perseverance – Develops a strong work ethic and mental toughness.
Personal & Social Growth:
🤝 Teamwork & Sportsmanship – Builds camaraderie in relay events and training.
🎯 Goal Setting & Achievement – Encourages setting and reaching personal milestones.
🏅 Confidence & Self-Esteem – Progress and achievements boost self-worth.
Swimming is not just about competing—it’s a life skill that promotes overall well-being, discipline, and teamwork.
CCA Schedule
Training Day(s): Tuesday and Thursday
Training Time: 3.30-5.30 PM
Training Venue: SAV Pool
Teachers-in-Charge
Ms Kong Lai Ling
kong_lai_ling@moe.edu.sgMrs Loke Guek Huang
Achievements
2024
National Schools Games, Swimming, B Division 4 X 50m Freestyle relay, 3rd place
National Schools Games, Swimming, C Division 4 x 50m Freestyle relay, 2nd placing
