The Marines will now have five water survival qualification levels: Basic, Novice, Competent, Proficient, and Advanced.
New guidance, effective Oct. 1, 2026, will require U.S. Marines to meet tougher swimming qualification standards. “The changes are designed to be progressive, requiring an increase in both swimming ...
Marine Corps Pvt. Jhonathan C. Baggett, a 2002 graduate of Marshfield High School, recently completed basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. Baggett successfully completed 12 weeks ...