What are the swimming requirements at US Naval Boot Camps?

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"Before you graduate boot camp, you'll be required to pass the requirements for 3rd class swim qualifications." http://usmilitary.about.com/od/navyjoin/l/aanavybasic3.htm Dec 03 05, 12:41 PM

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Third-Class Swim Test - A third class swim test is a test to determine if a person can stay afloat and survive without the use of a personal Floatation Device (PFD) in open water long enough to be rescued in a man-overboard situation. The 3rd class swimmer qualification is the minimum entry-level requirement for all U.S. Navy Personnel. The third class swim test consists of TWO modules. Module one is composed of three separate events, a deep water jump, a 50-yard swim (using any stroke), and a 5-minute prone float. Swimmers who successfully pass module one may continue on to module two. Module two consists of shirt and trouser or coverall inflation. http://usmilitary.about.com/od/navy/l/blnavyswim.htm Dec 03 05, 12:42 PM

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