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Did you know that you can reduce your risk of diabetes through exercises and sports while having fun?

Play a part in Active Health’s upcoming research study! Join us if you are:

• 18 – 39 year old individuals
• Do not engage in more than 150 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity/week
• Able to commit to 1 session/week for 6 weeks and 1 follow-up session at the end of 12 weeks

You can also walk away with a bundle of exclusive Active Health premiums and voucher, worth a total of $100, after completing the study!

What is the LEAD Research Study about?

The Learning Exercises Against Diabetes (LEAD) research study harnesses the power of a health and wellness vision to inspire and empower individuals who are at-risk of Diabetes to get started on some physical activity in a safe and fun way!

How long is the entire study duration?

The research study will be conducted across 12 weeks. For the first six weeks (i.e. Week 1 -6), you will be required to attend 1 session (60 mins) per week. You will be required for a follow-up session on Week 12 to review your progress.

Is this available at all Active Health Labs?

No, this study is only conducted at Active Health Lab Bishan, 1 Bishan St 14, Singapore 579778.

Who is eligible to register for the LEAD research study?

This study is open to all:

Between 18 – 39 years old.
Currently doing less than 150 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity per week.
Body Mass Index (BMI) of ≥ 23.0 kg/m²

Additionally, if you meet the above criteria, you will be scheduled for a complimentary medical screening at Island Family Clinic (Seletar) for the following tests:

Biometric Parameters – Height, Weight, BMI & Waist Circumference
Blood Analysis – Fasting Blood Glucose, HbA1c, Fasting Blood Cholesterol

Further details of the medical screening will be communicated to you via a phone call or email from the Active Health Research Team.

What if I have already done a medical screening recently?

All participants will be required to undergo the screening as part of the research protocol to ensure your safety.

I am currently diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Can I join this study?

This study will not be the most suitable for you. You may wish to sign up for Active Health’s “Manage Diabetes with Exercise” programme here

When will the LEAD Research Study begin?

This study is scheduled to start in April 2022. The full study schedule and dates will be provided to you once you have been successfully registered. There is a minimum of 100 participants for the study to proceed.

Do I have to pay to participate in this study?

No, you will not have to pay to take part in the study.

What will the face-to-face sessions consist of?

The face-to-face sessions will be for 60 minutes, with a mix of theory education and experiential portion for exercises. There will be morning and evening slots on weekdays, as well as morning slots in the weekends.

Will there be any weekend slots?

Yes! We have catered slots on Saturday mornings for those of you who may be working.

What happens if I need to reschedule my session due to an unforeseen circumstance?

You may reschedule your session to any of the remaining available slots. Details on how to do so will be communicated to you once you have successfully been enrolled in the study.

Can I choose the timeslot for the weekly sessions?

All participants will be given a link to book their weekly session once registered based on a first-come-first served basis. There will be a list of timeslots to choose from across the week, with the earliest morning slots at 8am and last evening slot at 7pm. You are strongly encouraged to keep to the same timeslot and day across the weeks for the best experience.

Will I be paid as a participant?

All participants who complete the study will receive exclusive Active Health premiums and vouchers.

Is the study safe to participate in?

This study has been approved by the Institutional Review Board [ASG-FULL-007] and will be conducted by certified Active Health Coaches.

The study falls within the Muslims’ fasting month, Ramadhan. What happens if I am unable to attend all the sessions?

All participants are required to sign an informed consent form and strongly encouraged to attend all sessions.

If you are fasting, you may still participate; please hydrate well and consume sufficient nutrients during the period from sunset to pre-dawn.

When does registration end?

Registration for this study will close once 100 participants have been successfully registered.

What happens if I have COVID during the duration of the study?

The Active Health research team will monitor the situation and advise you accordingly, based on the latest protocols and safe management measures stipulated by the Multi-Ministry Taskforce (MTF).

Stage 1

The objective is to develop confidence and independence in the water, learn general and deep-end water safety. Techniques taught include the forward and backward movement, safe entry and exit, and personal water safety.

Stage 2

General skill development including unassisted step entry into the water, sculling, feet first surface dives, personal water safety skills as well as water safety in aquatic environments. One of the goals is to achieve 25 meters of continuous swimming.

Stage 3

Entry skills such as the stride jump will be taught. Skills include sculling, underwater skills and putting on a personal flotation device (PFD) whilst in water and swimming with it. One of the goals is to achieve 50 meters of continuous swimming.

Stage 4 (Bronze)

Development of student’s stroke techniques is a focus here, along with coordinated breathing in deep water. This stage sees the introduction of throw rescues and more personal survival skills. One of the goals is to achieve 100 meters of a variety of strokes.

Stage 5 (Sliver)

Fundamentals of diving will be introduced. Development of personal survival knowledge will continue with a situational context of swimming quickly away from a sinking boat. Students will be required to demonstrate efficient stroke techniques by swimming a variety of strokes over 200 meters within a given time frame.

Stage 6 (Gold)

Students will be required to perform a variety of strokes with efficiency over 400 metres within a given time frame for each stroke. Personal survival skills like making use of clothing to make a personal floatation device and swimming with them, putting on a life jacket in water and demonstrating the Heat Escape Lessening Posture technique will be taught.

Each stage consist of different elements that include:

Entries and Exits
Sculling and Body Orientation
Underwater Skills
Movement/Swimming/Strokes
Survival Skills
Rescue Skills
Knowledge

(Click the type of stages listed above for the drop down of the details of the elements)
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SwimSafer Coaches

The SwimSafer Programme is conducted by SportSG SwimSafer accredited instructors. Each instructor is required to have met and uphold the standards of the CoachSG National Register Of Coaches (NROC). Each instructor receives ongoing evaluation to maintain their skills and knowledge of the SwimSafer programme.

All SwimSafer assessments are conducted by SportSG SwimSafer accredited assessors. Each assessor is required to have met and uphold the standards of the CoachSG National Register Of Coaches (NROC). Each assessor receives ongoing evaluation to maintain their skills and knowledge of the SwimSafer programme.

Becoming a SwimSafer Coach

To be a SportSG accredited SwimSafer coach you must first be a swimming coach. The SwimSafer license is valid for 3 years. During this time, each coach must ensure they keep up to date with requirements such as First Aid Certificate and any additional training required due to programme changes.

Already an NROC Registered Swimming Coach?

If you are already a registered NROC swimming coach in Singapore then register with the SwimSafer Team for the next SwimSafer Training & Certification Course. Email the team at sport_swimsafer@sport.gov.sg.

Swimming Teaching/Coaching Certification:

If you are already a Swimming Coach but not NROC registered then contact CoachSG at sport_coaching@sport.gov.sg.
If you are not yet a swimming coach but aspires to be one, contact the Singapore Swimming Association at teachssa@swimming.org.sg.

(A reasonable level of fitness and swimming ability is required to be able to demonstrate skills in the water)

Note: Sport Singapore may at its discretion, introduce additional requirements to maintain the standards of the SwimSafer instructors

General enquiries

Please email us at the following email addresses:

For general enquiries, please email: sport_swimsafer@sport.gov.sg

For extension of licence, policy requests, Usage Permit matters: sport_swimsafer@sport.gov.sg
For Recertification Course, TeachSSA membership: TeachSSA@swimming.org.sg

Usage Permit

To teach or coach in an ActiveSG swimming pool a coach must first have a valid Usage Permit. This permit enables a coach book & hire lanes.

*Please note that Lane booking is not for individual coaching.*

For individual coaching:
To apply for the allocation of pool spaces for coaching, the prerequisite below must be met:

NROC membership
SwimSafer 2.0 / Singapore Lifesaving Society certification
Valid usage permit

Once the above criteria have been met, please send your request to sport_pool_allocation@sport.gov.sg.

Lane Booking for Organisation/Corporate:

Contact sport_bookings@sport.gov.sg. for the booking of Lanes
Rates and application form for corporate booking can be found in the link below:

Corporate rates - ActiveSG (myactivesg.com)

Recertification

To ensure instructors are up-to-date with content knowledge and pedagogical practices. Instructors and Assessors are required to renew their certification every three years in addition to mandatory hours of continuous coach education.

What does the re-certification cover?

The Recertification Course will comprise two parts:

Part 1 – Theory
Key components of the course identified that are critical to ensure coaches are well-equipped and updated to continue conduct of SwimSafer lessons. This is achieved either online or through an interactive webinar.
Part 2 – Practical
Additional skills of class management that will facilitate smooth and effective conduct of teaching and Safety aspects through practical means:
o Practical Session is a half day course at a swimming pool

The Completion of both parts of the course within the stated dates is compulsory.

Do note that Continuing Coaching Education (CCE) hours will not be provided for this Recertification Course.

All the recertification courses are being conducted by Singapore Swimming Association (SSA) in conjunction with SPortSG. To be eligible for the course all coaches are required to register under TeachSSA. Only after you have signed up as a member, you can then proceed to register for the course.
TeachSSA membership is provided free of charge for the duration of this recertification course. All participation certificates will be issued through the TeachSSA platform.
Recertification certification will be issued fromSportSG. Once the recertification has been fully completed your license will then be extended for a further 3 years from completion date.

How to register?

Log in using existing TeachSSA account
Click on “Events” in the top bar
Register for the course “SwimSafer Recertification Practical Session”
Complete registration by submitting response

Link: https://www.revolutionise.sg/sgswim/login/

Extension of Membership (FY2021)

Sport Singapore is delighted to announce that we will extend ONE (1) year membership for all members with the National Registry of Coaches, as well as waive off the following fees for eligible# SwimSafer / Life Saving coaches/ instructors.

*Swim pass @ $10 per month

#Existing coaches with a valid usage permit and maintain a valid NROC membership.

Additionally, for Recertification Notice for Coaches whose SwimSafer certifications that expired in Dec 2020, this is to inform you that the SwimSafer 2.0 Recertification Course is available for registering.

As this is an inaugural course and in line with providing continued support to the coaching industry, we are offering a one-time waiver of course fees to encourage take-up by existing coaches to ensure sustainable coaching development.

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