Disciplines
National (Swiss) and international (ILS) events: pool, open water and SERC.
Based on the Swiss Life Saving Federation programme (SSS/SLRG, slrg.ch) and international rules (ILS, ilsf.org). Names may vary.
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Pool
200m Obstacle Swim
ILS
50m Manikin Carry
ILS
100m Rescue Medley
ILS
100m Manikin Carry with Fins
ILS
100m Manikin Tow with Fins
ILS
200m Super Lifesaver
ILS
Line Throw
ILS
4×25m Manikin Relay
CH + ILS
4×50m Obstacle Relay
CH + ILS
4×50m Medley Relay
CH + ILS
Pool Lifesaver Relay (Mixed)
ILS
4×50m Rescue Relay
ILS
4×100m Line Rescue Relay
CH
4×50m Rescue Relay (CH)
CH
4×50m Fins Relay (CH)
CH
4×2 Rescue Ball Throw
CH
Open water
Simulated emergency
Open water
CH + ILS
Rescue Tube Rescue
A four-person team event: a swimmer with fins and rescue belt sprints through the surf to the victim, secures the belt and tows them back. In the shallows, two beach rescuers take over and carry the victim across the finish line.