What is a swim test?

We acknowledge that it is important all rowers be able to swim, a swim test is site and conditions- dependent. Standards we suggest are: swimming a distance, (depending on likely need at your location) float or tread water for a relevant period of time, and be able to put on a life jacket while in the water. We prefer to have a lifeguard administer the test while the coach observes, to note which athletes might need assistance more than others.