SWIMMING
SWIMMING
GENERAL INFO
• Eligible Impairment: Physical/Visual/Intellectual
TOURNAMENT RULES
Visually impaired swimmers require an assistant to help them approach the end wall
of the swimmingpool, either to make a turn or for race finish. This process is called
tapping and is performed by a “tapper”. Swimmers are to wear blackened goggles in
all events.
Physically impaired swimmers require an assistant to help them get into the desired
ready position at the race start point.
SPORT CLASSES
Prefix S (Freestyle) | Prefix SB (Breaststroke) | Prefix SM (Individual Medley)
S1/ SB1/ SM1
S2 SB1 SM2
S3 SB2 SM3
S4 SB3 SM4
Physical
Impairment
S5 SB4 SM5
S6 SB5 SM6
S7 SB6 SM7
S8 SB7 SM8
S9 SB8 SM9
S10 SB9 SM10
Visual
Impairment
Sport Classes
11–13
Intellectual
Impairment
Sport Class 14:
Swimmers in this sport class have a significant loss of muscle power or control in their
legs, arms and hands. Some athletes also have limited trunk control, as it may occur
with tetraplegia. These impairments may be caused by spinal–cord injuries or polio.
Swimmers in this class usually use a wheelchair in daily life.
Swimmers in this sport class are able to use their arms with no use of their hands, legs
or trunk or have severe co–ordination problems in four limbs. As in sport class S1 SB1
SM1, athletes mostly only compete in backstroke events.
This sport class includes athletes with amputations of all four limbs. Swimmers with
reasonable arm strokes but no use of their legs or trunk and swimmers with severe
coordination problems in all limbs are also included in this sport class.
Swimmers who can use their arms and have minimal weakness in their hands, but cannot
use their trunk or legs. Athletes with amputations of three limbs also swim in this sport class.
Swimmers with short stature and an additional impairment, with loss of control over one
side of their body (hemiplegia) or with paraplegia compete in this sport class.
This sport class includes swimmers with short stature, amputations of both arms or
moderate co–ordination problems on one side of their body.
This profile is designated for athletes with one leg and one arm amputation on opposite
sides, double leg amputations or a paralysis of one arm and one leg on the same side.
Moreover, swimmers with full control over arms and trunk and some leg function can
compete in this class.
Swimmers who have lost either both hands or one arm are eligible to compete in this
sport class. Also, athletes with severe restrictions in the joints of the lower limbs could
compete in this sport class.
Athletes in this sport class swim with joint restrictions in one leg, double below–the–knee
amputations or an amputation of one leg.
This class describes the minimal impairments of eligible swimmers with physical
impairment. Eligible impairments would be the loss of a hand or both feet and a
significantly limited function of one hip joint.
Swimmers with visual impairment compete in the sport classes 11–13, with 11 meaning
a complete or nearly complete loss of sight and 13 describing the minimum eligible
visual impairment. Athletes in sport class 11 compete with blackened goggles.
Swimmers with intellectual impairment who also meet the sport–specific criteria compete
in sport class 14.
SWIMMING
COACHES
& OFFICIALS
Kang Tze Wei
Team Manager
Michael Massey
Coach
Peng Yingsi
Coach
Stephanie Ng
Coach
Desmond Ho
Coach
Bryan James Seow Wei Hwa
ABOUT ME
DOB: 7/7/1993 | HEIGHT: 164 cm | WEIGHT: 58 kg
I take up swimming as I want to be fit and strong; when you are in the water, you practically have to use almost
every muscle to keep afloat! Other than swimming, I also used to be the lion dancer for the lion dance troupe in
my school.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men’s 50m Backstroke (S14) – Silver
Men’s 50m Backstroke (S14)
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
IMPAIRMENT
Cheers Singapore
Intellectual Impairment
Chew Zi Ling
ABOUT ME
DOB: 25/5/1992 | HEIGHT: 165 cm | WEIGHT: 70 kg
My love for swimming started simply because I enjoy doing water sports. Although it may be challenging at times
as I need to juggle between studying, working and swimming, I am fortunate that my mum is always there to
motivate and support me. One interesting fact that most people do not know about me is that other than swimming,
I can also do Zumba dance.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Women’s 50m Freestyle (S14) – Bronze
2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Women’s 100m Freestyle (S14) – Silver
2011 6th Indonesia ASEAN Para Games, Women’s 50m Freestyle (S14) – Bronze
2011 6th Indonesia ASEAN Para Games, Women’s 100m Freestyle (S14) – Bronze
2009 5th Malaysia ASEAN Para Games, Women’s 100m Freestyle (S14) – Gold
Women’s 50m, 100m Backstroke (S14)
Women’s 50m Butterfly (S14)
Women’s 50m, 100m, 200m Freestyle (S14)
Women’s 200m Individual Medley (SM14)
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
IMPAIRMENT
ITE College Central
Intellectual Impairment
Goh Rui Si Theresa
ABOUT ME
DOB: 16/2/1987 | HEIGHT: N.A. | WEIGHT: 60 kg
I really enjoy swimming because I experience a sense of freedom whenever I am in the pool. No matter where I
am competing, it is always nice to know that Singaporeans are supporting me as it shows that we are united as one
people and one nation, and it helps to spur me on to do my best.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
2015 Glasgow IPC Swimming World Championships, Women’s 100m Breaststroke (SB4) – 5th
2015 Sochi IWAS World Games, Women’s 200m Freestyle (S5) – Gold
2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Women’s 100m Breaststroke (SB4) – Gold
2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Women’s 50m Freestyle (S5) – Gold
2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Women’s 100m Freestyle (S5) – Gold
Women’s 50m Backstroke (S5)
Women’s 100m Breaststroke (SB5)
Women’s 50m Butterfly (S5)
Women’s 50m, 100m, 200m Freestyle (S5)
Women’s 200m Individual Medley (SM5)
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
IMPAIRMENT
Sport Singapore (Sports Excellence Scholarship)
Spina Bifida
Han Liang Chou
ABOUT ME
DOB: 10/9/1996 | HEIGHT: 175 cm | WEIGHT: 73 kg
Swimming makes me happy. I am constantly honing my swimming techniques to improve my timing and with the
support from fellow Singaporeans, I will be encouraged to push myself further at the upcoming ASEAN Para Games.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men’s 50m Breaststroke (SB14) – Silver
2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men’s 50m Freestyle (S14) – Bronze
2014 Mexican Para Swimming Championship, Men’s 50m Breaststroke – Gold
Men’s
Men’s
Men’s
Men’s
Men’s
50m, 100m Backstroke (S14)
50m, 100m Breaststroke (SB14)
50m Butterfly (S14)
50m, 100m, 200m Freestyle (S14)
200m Individual Medley (SM14)
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
IMPAIRMENT
Delta Senior School
Intellectual Disability
Joshua Tang Jin Lin
ABOUT ME
DOB: 11/6/1992 | HEIGHT: 158 cm | WEIGHT: 47 kg
My stamina has improved by leaps and bounds since I take up swimming. Along the way, I make new friends. Support
from Singaporeans motivates me, enabling me to go the extra mile when it comes to training and competitions.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
2011 Special Olympics Summer Games, 4x50m Freestyle Relay – Silver
Men’s 50m Breaststroke (SB14)
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
IMPAIRMENT
Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa
Intellectual Impairment
Leo Zhenhai JAMES
ABOUT ME
DOB: 7/7/1978 | HEIGHT: 170 cm | WEIGHT: 60 kg
I feel serene when I am in the water. The sense of relaxation is enduring and I eventually developed the passion
for swimming. One of the milestones that I have achieved is to break the 30 seconds barrier in my 50m freestyle
event in Berlin. It is a reassurance of my ability to continue swimming competitively.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men’s 50m Butterfly (S9) – Bronze
2014 2nd Incheon Asian Para Games, Men’s 50m Freestyle (S9) – 7th
Men’s 100m Butterfly (S9)
Men’s 50m, 100m Freestyle (S9)
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
3M Singapore
IMPAIRMENT
Below Knee Amputation
Moi Yan Ting Danielle
ABOUT ME
DOB: 31/9/1999 | HEIGHT: 151 cm | WEIGHT: 52 kg | DEBUTANT
I am honoured to be able to represent Singapore and support from Singaporeans cheer me on and propel me to
greater heights. Usually, I do not have any pre–race routines, but I will pray and sing when I get really nervous.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
2014 SPH Foundation National Para Swimming Championships,
Women’s 100m Breaststroke (SB14) – Gold
2014 SPH Foundation National Para Swimming Championships,
Women’s 100m Butterfly (S14) – Gold
2014 SPH Foundation National Para Swimming Championships,
Women’s 100m Freestyle (S14) – Gold
Women’s 50m,
100m Backstroke (S14)
Women’s 50m,
100m Breaststroke (SB14)
Women’s 50m Butterfly (S14)
Women’s 50m, 100m, 200m
Freestyle (S14)
Women’s 200m Individual
Medley (SM14)
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
IMPAIRMENT
APSN Katong
Intellectual Impairment
SiaU Ek Jin
ABOUT ME
DOB: 27/4/1992 | HEIGHT: 177 cm | WEIGHT: 72 kg | DEBUTANT
When I first pick up swimming, it took me close to a year and a half to master my swimming strokes and techniques.
Now I continue to train harder to improve my performance. At times, I struggle to cope with my work and training
but it helps that my parents are always there to support me.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
2015 SPH Foundation National Para Swimming
Men’s 50m Breaststroke (S8) – Gold
2015 SPH Foundation National Para Swimming
Men’s 50m Butterfly (S8) – Gold
2015 SPH Foundation National Para Swimming
Men’s 100m Butterfly (S10) – Gold
2015 SPH Foundation National Para Swimming
Men’s 50m Freestyle (S10) – Gold
2015 SPH Foundation National Para Swimming
Men’s 100m Freestyle (S10) – Gold
Championships,
Championships,
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
Men’s 100m Butterfly (S10)
Men’s 50m, 100m Freestyle (S10)
Championships,
Championships,
Championships,
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
IMPAIRMENT
Grocery Logistics of Singapore Pte Ltd
Neurological Deficit
Soon JIN WEN Sophie
ABOUT ME
DOB: 6/9/1997 | HEIGHT: 161 cm | WEIGHT: 48 kg | DEBUTANT
My love for swimming grew after I realised that I have the opportunity to represent Singapore. Being part of Team
Singapore assures me that my fellow Singaporeans have faith in me to do the nation proud. While I struggle with
the overwhelming pressure at times during trainings and before the race, I try to apply techniques taught by my
coaches to calm my nerves.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
2015 SPH Foundation National Para Swimming Championships,
Women’s 50m Breaststroke (S12) – Gold
2015 SPH Foundation National Para Swimming Championships,
Women’s 50m Butterfly (S12) – Gold
2015 SPH Foundation National Para Swimming Championships,
Women’s 50m Freestyle (S12) – Gold
Women’s 100m Breaststroke (SB13)
Women’s 100m Butterfly (S13)
Women’s 50m,100m Freestyle (S13)
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
IMPAIRMENT
Nanyang Polytechnic
Visual Impairment
Tan Eng Kiong Benson
ABOUT ME
DOB: 22/6/1991 | HEIGHT: 163.5 cm | WEIGHT: 57.4 kg
I am hyperactive and swimming helps me to calm down. I guess that is the reason I can swim relatively fast. The
serene state of mind does matter during competition. Not many people know that I can play the violin too.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
2014
2014
2014
2014
Men’s 100m Backstroke (S14)
Men’s 100m Breaststroke (SB14)
Men’s 50m Butterfly (S14)
Men’s 50m, 100m, 200m Freestyle (S14)
7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men’s 100m Butterfly (S14) – Silver
7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men’s 50m Freestyle (S14) – Silver
7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men’s 100m Freestyle (S14) – Gold
2nd Incheon Asian Para Games, Men’s 100m Backstroke (S14) – 7th
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
IMPAIRMENT
Uniqlo
Intellectual Impairment
Tay Wei Siang Lawrence
ABOUT ME
DOB: 10/6/1994 | HEIGHT: 174.5 cm | WEIGHT: 65 kg
Even though I may seem outgoing, I am actually pretty shy. My love for swimming has encouraged me to take on
competitive swimming. Before my competitions, I usually listen to music to get into the zone.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men’s 50m Breaststroke (SB14) – Bronze
2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men’s 100m Breaststroke (SB14) – Silver
Men’s 100m Backstroke (S14)
Men’s 50m, 100m Breaststroke (SB14)
Men’s 50m Butterfly (S14)
Men’s 50m, 100m, 200m Freestyle (S14)
Men’s 200m Individual Medley (SM14)
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
IMPAIRMENT
Delta Senior School
Intellectual Impairment
Toh Wei Soong
ABOUT ME
DOB: 11/9/1998 | HEIGHT: 173 cm | WEIGHT: 65 kg | DEBUTANT
I really enjoy swimming because I experience a sense of freedom whenever I am in the pool. To top that up, being
able to represent Singapore in a sport I love and excel in is simply amazing.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
2014 2nd Incheon Asian Para Games, Men’s 100m Freestyle (S8) – 5th
2014 2nd Incheon Asian Para Games, Men’s 400m Freestyle (S8) – 8th
2013 Kuala Lumpur Asian Youth Para Games, Men’s 100m Freestyle (S8) – Silver
Men’s 100m Backstroke (S8)
Men’s 100m Breaststroke (SB7)
Men’s 100m Butterfly (S8)
Men’s 50m, 100m, 400m Freestyle (S8)
Men’s 200m Individual Medley (SM8)
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
IMPAIRMENT
Anglo–Chinese School (Independent)
Transverse Myelitis
Wong Meng Ee
ABOUT ME
DOB: 5/2/1970 | HEIGHT: 175 cm | WEIGHT: 82 kg
I enjoy swimming as it gives me an opportunity to relax and rejuvenate my mind. I have a long list of pre–race
practices, such as listening to music, praying, running through the competition sequence, remembering key pointers from training and keeping calm.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
2015 SPH Foundation National Para Swimming Championships,
Men’s 50m Freestyle (S12) – Gold
2015 SPH Foundation National Para Swimming Championships,
Men’s 100m Freestyle (S12) – Gold
Men’s 50m, 100m Freestyle (S12)
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
IMPAIRMENT
National Institute of Education,
Nanyang Technological University
Visual Impairment
Yip Pin Xiu
ABOUT ME
DOB: 1/10/1992 | HEIGHT: 156 cm | WEIGHT: 42 kg
I feel a sense of freedom in the water because I am able to move about freely without obstacles. Even though
Singapore is a small nation, I am very honoured to be able to represent her and to show others that we have got
the power! Till today, I still get goosebumps when I recall that moment when I was on the podium as Majulah
Singapura was played at the Beijing National Aquatics Centre during the 2008 Paralympics.
LATEST SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
PARA GAMES EVENT(S)
2015 Glasgow IPC Swimming World Championships, Women’s 50m Backstroke (S3) – 4th
2015 Glasgow IPC Swimming World Championships, Women’s 100m Freestyle (S3) – 5th
2015 Sochi IWAS World Games, Women’s 50m Breaststroke (SB2) – Silver
2015 Sochi IWAS World Games, Women’s 50m Freestyle (S2) – Bronze
2014 Pasadena Pan Pacific Para–Swimming Championships,
Women’s 50m Backstroke (S3) – Gold
2014 Pasadena Pan Pacific Para–Swimming Championships,
Women’s 50m Freestyle (S3) – Gold
Women’s 50m Backstroke (S3)
Women’s 50m, 100m Freestyle (S3)
CURRENT SCHOOL / EMPLOYER
IMPAIRMENT
Singapore Management University
Sport Singapore (Sports Excellence Scholarship)
Muscular Dystrophy