CoachSAQ

For Foreign Coaches Engaged by International Schools & Affiliate Clubs

Conditional Coach Access Scheme (Competition) What is this?

The Conditional Coach Access Scheme (Competition) is a temporary, one-year approval that allows eligible foreign swim coaches to be on-deck during training and competitions, when full Singapore Aquatics certification cannot yet be completed due to course availability.

This ensures:

Athlete safety and safeguarding
Competition continuity
Proper regulatory oversight
A clear pathway into Singapore Aquatics accreditation

This scheme does not replace full certification — it is a bridging pathway.

Who is this for?

This scheme applies to:

Foreign coaches hired by international schools
Foreign coaches engaged by affiliate swim clubs
Coaches working with pre-competition and competition squads
Coaches who cannot yet complete SG-Coach Level 1 (Technical) due to timing constraints

What access does it give?

Permitted

On-deck presence during pre-competition training
On-deck supervision during sanctioned competitions

Not Permitted

Teaching SwimSafer programmes
Acting as a fully accredited coach
Replacing Singapore Aquatics & SG-Coach certification requirements

How long is it valid?

Up to 12 months
Temporary and conditional
Subject to review and compliance

What is required to apply?

1️⃣ Membership & Registration

Be a CoachSAQ Member
Join the Foreign Coach SG-Coach Level 1 (Technical) Interest List

2️⃣ Mandatory Safety & Values Courses

You must upload valid certificates for:

Standard First Aid
Values & Principles in Sport
Safe Sport Certification

3️⃣ Coaching Background

Recognised swim coaching certificates (home federation or recognised body)
CV showing relevant swim coaching and competition experience

4️⃣ Employment Proof

Appointment or employment letter from the engaging international school or affiliate club

What happens after approval?

Once approved, you receive:

Coach (Conditional Status – Competition Access)

This allows you to remain on deck while progressing towards full accreditation.

How do I become fully accredited?

All coaches under this scheme must complete:

SG-Coach Level 1 (Technical) – Swimming

When the course becomes available:

You will be invited via the SG-Coach Level 1 / SAQ Coach Interest List
You must register and complete all course components
After completion, your status will be updated to Fully Accredited

Important scheme restriction

As part of this scheme:

Coaches are not eligible to register for the SwimSafer Instructor Course for 2 years after attaining Full NROC.

What if I do not complete SG-Coach Level 1 in time?

If SG-Coach Level 1 (Technical) is not completed within the 12-month validity period:

On-deck access may be withdrawn
Unless exceptional approval is granted

Compliance & oversight

Singapore Aquatics may review, suspend or revoke Conditional Coach Status if:

Documents are invalid
Safeguarding requirements lapse
Progression obligations are not met

FOR APPLICATION, PLEASE FOLLOW THE FOLLOWING LINK