Jeddah:Practical training sessions for the third phase of the Swimming Literacy project have begun in schools under the General Administration of Education in Jeddah Governorate. This initiative is organized in partnership with the Saudi School Sports Federation.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the program aims to teach 300 male and female students essential swimming techniques while emphasizing water safety principles. The initiative combines hands-on athletic instruction with preventive awareness to encourage safe and informed participation in aquatic sports.
The project had previously completed two phases, starting in 2025, training over 2,100 primary school students across seven regions Riyadh, Qassim, Madinah, Tabuk, Al-Jouf, Najran, and Aseer. Certified coaches conduct the sessions at equipped facilities, focusing on developing foundational skills and identifying promising young athletic talent.
