As the year draws to a close, the finswimming community is gearing up for a festive and competitive showdown. The 4th International Finswimming Christmas Cup is officially scheduled to take place from December 19 to 20, 2026, in the picturesque city of Ioannina, Greece.
Organized under the auspices of CMAS rules by the Hellenic Swimming Federation (KOE) and the Swimming Club of Ioannina, this annual event promises to bring together athletes from near and far to close out the competitive calendar in style.
Venue and Facilities
The competition will be held at the Limnopoula Indoor Swimming Pool in Ioannina. The facility is well-equipped to host high-level races, featuring:
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A 50-meter pool with 8 lanes
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Electronic timing systems
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A comfortable water temperature maintained at 26°C
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Competition Scope and Categories
Swimmers will have the opportunity to race across a wide array of disciplines, showcasing speed and endurance in:
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Surface (SF) events
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Bi-Fins (BF) events
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Immersion (IM) events
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Apnoea and specialized relay races
Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each individual event and category, alongside special team awards and performance recognitions relative to world records.
Key Deadlines & Registration
Teams and clubs wishing to participate must keep track of the upcoming administrative dates:
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Preliminary Entries: Due by December 1, 2026 (16:00) via email to
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Final Entries: Due by December 11, 2026 (23:59) through the KOE online platform (foreign clubs should first contact
[email protected]for platform access).
Whether you are chasing personal bests, aiming for podium finishes, or simply looking to experience the beauty of Ioannina during the winter holidays, the 4th International Finswimming Christmas Cup is set to be an unmissable weekend of aquatic sports.
For full details, download the official information bulletin directly from the CMAS event page.