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Croatian Finswimming and Speed Diving Championship 2024 - Rijeka - Finswimmer Magazine

The Croatian Diving Federation (Hrvatski Ronilački Savez), in collaboration with the Nevera Diving Club, is organizing the 32nd Croatian Finswimming and Speed Diving Championship for younger juniors, juniors, and seniors, as well as the 29th Croatian Team Championship in finswimming and speed diving. These events will take place on November 9 and 10, 2024, in Rijeka, at the Kantrida Pools. This prestigious national event brings together competitors across multiple age categories to showcase their talents in a variety of disciplines.

Venue and Competition Details

The competition will be held at the Kantrida Pools in Rijeka, a state-of-the-art facility featuring a 50 x 25 meter pool with a depth of 2.25 meters and 10 competitive lanes. The pool is equipped with electronic timing devices, ensuring accurate measurement of each competitor’s performance. The participants will be divided into male and female categories for individual and team competitions, and the events will feature younger juniors (C), juniors (B), and seniors (A).

Eligibility Criteria

Participation in this event is open to all registered members of Croatian Diving Federation clubs. Competitors must meet specific eligibility requirements, including:

Holding a valid Croatian Diving Federation membership card for 2024.
Providing a certified medical check-up no older than six months.
Signing a responsibility waiver.
Possessing a minimum diving certification (CMAS R1) for speed diving (BR) disciplines.
Providing proof of tank testing (for the BR disciplines) and a receipt of the paid entry fee. This ensures that all participants are well-prepared, qualified, and physically capable of competing at a high level.

Registration Process and Entry Fee

Competitors must submit their registration forms, including their times for each discipline, to the Nevera Diving Club via email (rknevera@gmail.com). The deadline for registration is November 3, 2024, with start lists being published on the official website, www.finswimmingnevera.com, by November 7, 2024. The entry fee for the competition is set at €30 per competitor.

Categories and Scoring

The competition will be conducted in both individual and team formats. Each participant may compete in up to six individual disciplines. For team events, there is no restriction on the number of competitors from each team per discipline, but only the top two performers from each team in every event will contribute points to the team’s overall score. Scoring will follow the Croatian Diving Federation’s official guidelines: 25 points for 1st place, 22 for 2nd, and descending to 1 point for 20th place. In cases of a tie, competitors with the same result will receive identical points.

The points accumulated by juniors (B), younger juniors (C), cadets (D), younger cadets (E), and beginners (F) will count towards the team score in the junior category, while senior category points will be tallied separately. This ensures a broad range of competitors across all levels of experience and skill.

Awards and Recognition

The top three male and female competitors in each discipline for the younger junior, junior, and senior categories will receive medals. Additionally, the most successful teams in both male and female categories, as well as overall, will be awarded trophies. These awards recognize the hard work and dedication of both individuals and teams, providing motivation for further development in finswimming and speed diving.

Event Schedule

The championship will span two days, with events taking place on both November 9 and 10, 2024.

Saturday, November 9:

9:00 AM: Arrival and registration of competitors
9:15 AM: Warm-up
10:00 AM: Competitions begin, including events like 200 m speed diving (women), 50 m finswimming (men/women), 100 m bifin (men/women), 800 m finswimming (men/women), and the 4 x 100 m finswimming relay (men/women).
1:30 PM: Award ceremonies for morning events
2:45 PM: Official championship opening
3:00 PM: Afternoon competitions, including 400 m speed diving (women), 50 m apnea (men/women), and 400 m finswimming (men/women), culminating with the 400 m speed diving (men).
5:00 PM: Award ceremonies for afternoon events

Sunday, November 10:

9:15 AM: Warm-up
10:00 AM: Competitions commence with events such as the 4 x 100 m bifin relay (mixed teams), 100 m speed diving (women), 200 m finswimming (men/women), 400 m bifin (men/women), 1500 m finswimming (men/women).
1:00 PM: Final award ceremonies

The organizers reserve the right to modify the competition schedule based on circumstances.

Appeals and Complaints

Competitors may submit written appeals to the head judge within 30 minutes of a contested event. An appeal fee of €40 must be paid, which will be refunded if the appeal is upheld. If the appeal is denied, the fee remains with the event host. This process ensures fair competition and transparency throughout the championship.

Equipment Regulations

Participants are required to use equipment approved by the Croatian Diving Federation, with specific rules for tanks in speed diving disciplines. For instance, tanks used for the 100 m speed diving event must have a minimum capacity of 0.4 liters, while those used in the 200 m event must have a capacity of at least 1.0 liter. All tanks must have valid certification and be equipped with standard DIN and INT connections, with a maximum pressure of 200 bar.

Safety and Responsibility

Both the Croatian Diving Federation and the Nevera Diving Club, as organizers of the event, disclaim all liability for any damage or injury that may occur during the competition. All participants compete at their own risk and are required to sign a waiver of responsibility. This ensures that competitors are aware of the potential risks and are accountable for their own safety.

Conclusion

The 32nd Croatian Championship in finswimming and speed diving, along with the 29th team championship, promises to be an exciting event that will bring together the best talent from across Croatia. With strict rules, a well-organized schedule, and top-notch facilities, the competition will serve as a showcase for the skill, dedication, and athleticism of the country’s finswimmers. Whether competing for individual glory or team honors, the participants are sure to make this a memorable and highly competitive championship

Official PDF

The official web site about the Nevera Club is https://finswimmingnevera.com/

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