German snorkeling badge

A snorkeler observes a blacktip reef shark

The German snorkeling badge is a badge awarded for proficiency in snorkeling. It functions as a preparation for scuba diving certification courses.

The badge is awarded either by the DLRG or the Wasserwacht of the German Red Cross.

Requirements

Requirements by the DLRG:

Prerequisites

• At least 12 years old
• Medical fitness for diving
• Completion of rescue swimming badge in bronze

Written test

• Written exam
• Proficiency in hand gestures

Swim test

• 600 meter swim with fins (3 different strokes)
• 200 meter swim with one fin
• 30 meter underwater swim on one breath
• Holding breath under water for 30 seconds
• Taking off mask, putting mask back on under water
• Diving to depth of three meters three times in one minute
• Combination of:
  • 50 meter swim with fins, diving to 3-5 meter depth and retrieving a 5 kg ring
  • Pulling a partner for 50 meters
  • 3 minutes of demonstrating CPR

See also

• List of German Sports Badges
• German rescue swimming badge

References

• (in German)