Clare's First Swimming Test

Clare started learning swimming with Xiao Ci, Yun Er and Sophie at Li Nah's condo. She started off with a fear of water, especially if the water were to get onto her face. She would scream if water got into her eyes when we shampoo her hair.

Her progress has been slow and steady but I think it's remarkable for a girl who's afraid of the water. Thank you Uncle Shawn!

Clare's First Swimming Lesson

Clare's Swimming Buddies cum Childhood Friends

Clare's All-Time Supporter!

Getting Ready for the Test

Confident Girl Awaiting the Start of the Test

Listening Attentively to Instructions by the Tester

Clare was very cool about the fact that she would be having her swimming test. I think I was more worried than her. I shared with Damon that this was the first test that Clare was going through without me having much knowledge of what was to be expected. However, I was glad that she took it in her stride and took up the challenge. I was most glad when I saw her raising her queries confidently to the tester when she was unsure of what to do.

According to Uncle Shawn, most children would have no problem clearing the tasks and passing the test unless they themselves give up halfway. It is more of a test of water confidence. Clare has to tread water, stay afloat, swim a short distance with a life vest and I think the most challenging for her, is to swim a distance without any float.

Even though she was the youngest there, with another K1 girl, Clare persevered through all the tasks, and yes! She passed her test! =)