Finswimming is one of the most exciting water sport ever. Finswimming is a sport belonging to the aquatic specialties which, using specific equipment (monofin, fins, snorkel or cylinders) allows the athlete to reach much higher speeds than swimming. There are indoor (swimming pools) and open water (sea, lake, rivers) championships.

To which federation belongs Finswimming?

The international federation to which fin swimming belongs is CMAS, the Confédération Mondial des Activités Subaquatiques, which is part of the ARISF, and is a discipline recognized by the IOC.

Is there an age limit to join Finswimming?

Finswimming is suitable for any age . In fact, there are competitions for very young people, for children and adults and for veterans, over 25 years old.

How can I find a Finswimming club?

You can find Finswimming clubs easily, just looking on the internet.

How can i stay updated with Finswimming News?

Finswimmer Magazine is the most comprehensive web site about Finswimming in which you can find events, updates and everything about Finswimming.

All-Russian underwater sports competitions in Stroitel 2026 - Finswimmer Magazine

The All-Russian Underwater Sports Competitions officially got underway in Chelyabinsk with a live broadcast of the first competition day from the Stroitel Swimming Pool, one of the region’s key aquatic sports venues. The event, held from 26 to 30 January, brings together young athletes from across Russia to compete in multiple underwater disciplines under the auspices of the Federation of Underwater Sports of Russia.

The opening day featured a full program of races and organizational activities, showcasing the breadth and technical diversity of underwater sports. Disciplines included finswimming, classic fins swimming, snorkelling, and diving, with events contested by girls, boys, junior women, and junior men.

Location: Čeljabinsk, Chelyabinsk, Oblast' di Čeljabinsk, Ural Federal District, Russia

The Stroitel swimming pool provided a professional setting for the competitions, ensuring optimal conditions for both athletes and officials. The venue has long been recognized as a hub for aquatic sports in the Chelyabinsk region and once again confirmed its suitability for hosting national-level events.

A live broadcast of the first competition day allowed fans, coaches, and sports professionals from all over the country to follow the action in real time. The broadcast captured not only the races themselves but also the atmosphere of a major national sporting event, highlighting the growing popularity and visibility of underwater sports in Russia.

📺 Watch the full live broadcast of Day 1 here:
https://rutube.ru/video/3071f35c5d663f11e3d9e57213a2bf2b/

📺 Watch the full live broadcast of Day 2 here:

https://rutube.ru/video/2d5a6814182b4e5d5b5a548af0cd334e/

FULL RESULTS

As the competition continues throughout the week, athletes will contest sprint and middle-distance races, relay events, underwater swimming, and diving disciplines, culminating in awards ceremonies and the official closing of the championships.

The All-Russian Underwater Sports Competitions in Chelyabinsk represent an important step in the development of young talent and reaffirm the strong organizational framework supporting underwater sports at the national level.

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All-Russian underwater sports competitions in Stroitel 2026

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