Marines will have to tread water for longer periods of time under the new swim qualifications, which will go into effect on Oct. 1.
Beginning Oct. 1, Marines will qualify under five water survival levels: Basic, Novice, Competent, Proficient and Advanced.
“The changes are designed to be progressive, requiring an increase in both swimming proficiency and the ability to tread ...
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