The Uttern Iron swimming badge
Uttern Järn is a swimming badge from SLS Swedish Lifesaving Society. The swim badge is new and will be launched in summer 2025. The Uttern Järn swim badge is a lighter swim badge for children who are learning to swim.
What to perform:
Float 5 seconds in the supine position three times
How it is performed:
The moments are performed in shallow water.
Important to keep in mind:
The performance of the Uttern iron swimming mark must be done without aids such as goggles and nose clip.
Why is the mark important?
The mark is a fundamental step in learning to backstroke. It is important to learn backstroke as it is used in lifesaving/towing. Many people find it easier to swim on their back.
Who issues the badge:
Swedish Lifesaving Society (SLS)