Marines will have to tread water for longer periods of time under the new swim qualifications, which will go into effect on Oct. 1.
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Marine Corps to ramp up swim test difficulty
Beginning Oct. 1, Marines will qualify under five water survival levels: Basic, Novice, Competent, Proficient and Advanced.
New guidance, effective Oct. 1, 2026, will require U.S. Marines to meet tougher swimming qualification standards. “The changes are designed to be progressive, requiring an increase in both swimming ...
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