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 ...
The Marines will now have five water survival qualification levels: Basic, Novice, Competent, Proficient, and Advanced.
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Pfc. Vallen Grayson lost more than 100 pounds over two years to meet the Marine Corps’ enlistment standards. (Sgt. Jose Cruz/U.S.