The Singapore Underwater Federation was established
in 1973 with the objectives of providing and overseeing safe diving practices
and promoting all activities connected with underwater swimming, with
or without the help of snorkeling equipment. Towards that end, we organize
and promote competitions, expeditions, lectures, film shows, underwater
photography and video, social functions, scientific knowledge of the sea
and conservation of the marine environment.
A sub-aquatic sporting lifestyle for Singapore. A professional Singaporean
dive industry with world-class standards. An environmentally aware Singapore
which treasures our natural heritage.
We develop sub-aquatic sports champions and coaches, provide opportunities
for scuba professionals to excel in related sporting and technical activities,
consult on safe diving operations and practices, and raise awareness and
appreciation of Singapore’s natural heritages. We achieve this through
programs for:
Sub-Aquatic Sports To raise the profile of snorkeling, skin diving, scuba diving, fin swimming
and underwater hockey as sports instructed by accredited professionals,
and to identify and nurture international sports champions through development
and support of their capabilities. To adequately prepare the scuba instructor
candidate to effectively coach and certify both scuba divers and sub-aquatic
sport athletes to the various levels designed.
Technical Methods & Procedures
To recommend safe national operational procedures which are aligned with
international training standards and procedures. To consult on safe practices
for recreational, sport and scientific diving. To develop and recognize
skills sets of the dive professionals.
Scientific Awareness
To help improve scientific understanding of what our natural eco-systems
provide to humans, and seek to ensure this knowledge is used in practical
ways by bringing together scientists, policy makers, business leader and
NGOs to impact the way Singaporeans value and use nature.
