Five swimmers diving from starting blocks at the Hassanal Bolkiah National Swimming Complex, with race officials seated under an orange umbrella to the right.

Brunei’s national governing body for aquatics.

Affiliated with World Aquatics, AASF, and SEASF. Founded 30 March 1970.

A swimmer mid-freestyle stroke, head turned for breath, orange and blue lane ropes visible across the pool.

Our Mission

To empower individuals with essential life-saving skills and nurture a passion for swimming as a sport. We are dedicated to fostering a vibrant aquatic community in Brunei by providing comprehensive training, fostering competitive excellence, and preparing our swimmers to proudly represent our nation on the international stage.

Our Vision

To be the driving force in Brunei’s aquatic community, fostering a nation of skilled swimmers, nurturing champions, and creating a safer, healthier society.

Our Objectives

The objectives of Brunei Aquatics include:

  1. To actively promote, foster, and advance the practice of Swimming, Diving, Water Polo, Artistic Swimming, Open Water Swimming, and related aquatic activities within Brunei Darussalam.
  2. To take the lead in orchestrating aquatic events encompassing Swimming, Diving, Water Polo, Artistic Swimming, and Open Water Swimming.
  3. To extend support and engagement in national, regional, or international competitions involving Swimming, Diving, Water Polo, Artistic Swimming, Open Water Swimming, and other aquatic activities.

Our Values

The Values of the Association includes:

Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct in all our activities, fostering trust within our organization and the broader community.
Excellence
We are committed to achieving excellence in all aspects of aquatic sports, from athlete development to event organization, striving for continuous improvement and outstanding performance.
Inclusivity
We embrace diversity and inclusivity, creating a welcoming environment where people from all backgrounds and abilities can participate in swimming, diving, water polo, artistic swimming, and open water swimming.
Passion
We are driven by a deep passion for aquatic sports, instilling enthusiasm in our members and promoting a love for swimming and related activities.
Sportsmanship
We value sportsmanship, teaching our members to respect competitors, coaches, officials, and each other, and to demonstrate fair play and camaraderie at all times.
Community
We are dedicated to building a strong and supportive aquatic community in Brunei Darussalam, encouraging cooperation and collaboration among athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers.
Safety
We prioritize the safety and well-being of our members and participants, implementing best practices and safety measures to create a secure environment for all.
Education
We emphasize education, offering opportunities for learning and growth in the field of aquatic sports, empowering our members to reach their full potential.
Environmental Responsibility
We are committed to preserving the environment by promoting sustainable practices and raising awareness about the importance of water conservation and protection.

These values serve as the foundation of our organization, guiding our decisions and actions as we work toward the betterment of aquatic sports in Brunei Darussalam.

Our Strategic Plan for 2026 - 2028

Please click here for the Strategic Plan.

What we govern

Brunei Aquatics is the national governing body for five aquatic disciplines under World Aquatics rules.

Multiple swimmers diving in parallel from starting blocks, mid-air over a competition pool with red lane ropes.
Swimming
Pool racing across freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. The federation's core discipline and largest pipeline.
Diving
Springboard and platform diving. Brunei's program is in early development.
Water Polo
Pool team sport played seven-a-side. Domestic competition is the near-term focus.
Artistic Swimming
Choreographed water routines, performed solo, duet, or team.
Open Water
Long-distance racing in natural water. Endurance discipline.

Partners

Brunei Aquatics works with these organizations on athlete development, events, and federation operations.

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  • Suci Water logo
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