2026 Annual Troop Swim Test
Please note: The BSA swim test must be taken EVERY YEAR. You must pass this test to participate in water activities where the water is over your head. This includes canoeing, kayaking, whitewater rafting, boating of any kind, or swimming in deep water.
📅 Event Details
When: Sunday, May 17, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Where: Downtown YMCA (239 E High St, Lexington, KY 40507)
Cost: Free ($0.00)
📋 YMCA Facility Forms
YMCA Non-Members: You must fill out a YMCA waiver upon arrival. Forms are available at the front desk.
YMCA Members: No additional paperwork is required.
🏊♂️ What to Expect: The Swim Test
The test consists of swimming 4 lengths of the pool:
Jump feet-first into water over your head, level off, and begin swimming.
Swim the first 3 lengths in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl.
Swim the final length using an easy, resting backstroke.
Rest by floating for 1 minute.
Can't make this date? If you miss this scheduled test, you will have the opportunity to take the test again on the day we arrive at summer camp.