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Singapore National Abseiling Standard 3 (SNAS 3)

Find out how to attain the SNAS 3.

Last updated 14 September 2026
Photo collage of 3 different participants tying climbing ropes in jungles and at high ropes respectively.

Overview 

The Singapore National Abseiling Standard 3 (SNAS 3) is a national certification endorsed by the Singapore Sport Climbing and Mountaineering Federation (SSCMF). This advanced certification programme will equip participants with essential knowledge and skills to effectively lead, deliver and manage abseiling activities. It focuses on developing proficiency in technical and participant management skills to ensure the safe and successful execution of such activities.

Course Objectives 

The learning objectives of the SNAS 3 course are as follows: 

  • Learners will be able to assess and perform risks associated with advanced abseiling, including environmental factors, equipment failure, and improved problem-solving during emergency situations.

  • Learners will be able to lead and perform abseiling activities with the knowledge and skills acquired.

  • Learners will be able to set up and rectify abseil activities and systems independently in natural and urban environment settings, while adhering to safety protocols and best practices.

  • Learners will be able to perform a safe and effective rescue and recovery in a non-routine situation management, with assisted rescuer and independent rescue, on any abseil site and tower. 

Pre-Requisites 

  • Course participants must be at least 21 years of age.

  • All participants must hold a valid SNAS Level 2 certification.

  • Participants must demonstrate their SNAS Level 2 skills through a revalidation process.

  • A minimum of 6 participants are required for a class to be confirmed.

Course Date 

Registration Form can be found here (opens in new tab).
(Form will be made available when registration opens) 

Course Fees 

Full course fee: $2,289.00 per pax (inclusive of 9% GST).
Subsidised fee: $1,145.50 per pax (inclusive of 9% GST)
*fees are subject to terms & conditions 

Venue 

OBS, Pulau Ubin, Singapore.  

Training Delivery 

The course will be conducted both indoors and outdoors, leveraging on case studies, role-playing and simulated abseiling scenarios. A practical assessment of the learning component will be conducted to validate the acquisition of skills by the participant. A maximum of 3 attempts will be granted per assessment component. 
 

Assessment 

  • Theory test — Written Exam (50 questions, minimum 80% to pass); and

  • Practical test (to score 100% "Competent").

  • Fulfil at least 80% of attendance.
     

To Note 

  • Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be awarded the SNAS Abseil Proficiency Level 3 certification.

  • An e-certificate will be issued and reflected in your personal SSCMF account profile.

  • Slots are limited per session and are on a first-come-first-served basis.

  • Acceptance into the course is based on a confirmation sent out by OBS after all relevant documents have been submitted and payment has been made before course commencement.

  • Applicants who wish to apply to become an Abseil Instructor are encouraged to write in to SSCMF at smf-climbing.org (opens in new tab).

  • For the course syllabus, click [here (opens in new tab)].

Enquiries 


For enquiries, please visit: https://go.gov.sg/obsenquiry (opens in new tab)  

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