Ak Fauzi Pg Salleh
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN
TWENTY-TWO participants successfully completed two AUSTSWIM courses from November 17 to 24 to be recognised as international accredited swimming teachers.
AUSTSWIM is Australia’s national organisation for the teaching of swimming and water safety.
Their accreditation is now Australia’s industry standard for swimming and water safety teachers.
The participants, which consist of 14 Bruneians and eight expats, now have joined a global network of 33,500 swimming teachers accredited by AUSTSWIM.
The courses were conducted by Australian AUSTSWIM presenter, Lyn McDermott, and organised by the Brunei Amateur Swimming Association (BASA) with the support from the Australian High Commission.
“I have really enjoyed my time in Brunei and am pleased that 22 participants have had the opportunity to join AUSTSWIM’s global vision, the safer enjoyment of aquatic environments,” said McDermott, who has worked in the industry for over 30 years, including at the Australian Institute of Sport.
“I am honoured to be part of their journey and wish them the very best for their futures,” she added.
Picture: Ak Fauzi Pg Salleh
Leah Mottram, Australia’s Acting High Commissioner to Brunei Darussalam. presented the certificates to the participants.
“Learning to swim is a vital part of Australian life,” said Mottram.
“I am pleased that the High Commission has been able to support this partnership between AUSTSWIM and BASA and look forward to seeing more Bruneians safely and confidently participating in one of Australia’s favourite pastimes.” she said.
Ang Beng Siong, the Honorary Secretary of BASA, was one of the participants of the courses.
Ang has also commenced his training to become an AUSTSWIM presenter to be able to continue providing AUSTSWIM-accredited training to swimming and water safety coaches in Brunei in the future.
