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.

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Fins in the Water at Bunga Raya - Finswimmer Magazine

Malaysia’s flagship youth finswimming series returns for its second edition — and this time, it’s international. Everything you need to know about Leg 1 in Ipoh this May.

📅 23 May 2026 | 📍 Tuanku Zara Aquatic Center, Ipoh | 🕖 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Ages 6–17 · Open internationally

Location: Medan Tuanku, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kampung Periuk, Kampung Cendana, Kuala Lumpur, 50300, Malesia

The hibiscus blooms again. For the second year running, the Malaysia Finswimming Association (MFSA) is opening the lanes for young athletes around the region to compete, connect, and chase the coveted 5 Petals Challenge Trophy — and the 2026 edition is bigger than ever.

The 2nd Bunga Raya International Children & Junior Finswimming Competition kicks off on 23 May 2026 at the Tuanku Zara Aquatic Center in Ipoh, Perak — a world-class, international-standard facility equipped with ALGE timing systems, scoreboards, judging consoles, and touch pads. Leg 1 is the first of two rounds this year, with points carrying forward to Leg 2 for a combined overall ranking.

“Points accumulated in Leg 1 will be added to Leg 2 to get the overall marks. The team with the highest points will bring back the 5 Petals Challenge Trophy.”

Who can enter?

The competition is open to clubs from Malaysia and abroad. The one key eligibility restriction: past medal winners at CMAS Finswimming events, previous Bunga Raya editions, or National Championships in their home countries are not permitted to participate. The event is designed for emerging competitors yet to claim a podium at that level.

All athletes must compete under a club affiliation, and every club must designate a Team Manager. Six age groups cover the full junior range:

Group G: 6–7 years
Group F: 8–9 years
Group E: 10–11 years
Group D: 12–13 years
Group C: 14–15 years
Group B: 16–17 years

Events on the programme

The competition runs in Time Finals format. Snorkels are mandatory for all events — no splash guards permitted. Younger groups (G & F) in Surface events are restricted to Rubber Monofins or Bifins.

50m Bifin — Groups B, C, D, E, F, G
50m Surface — Groups B, C, D, E, F, G
100m Bifin — Groups B, C, D, E
100m Surface — Groups B, C, D, E
50m Apnea — Groups B, C
4×50m SB Mixed Relay — Groups B, C, D, E, F, G

Fees, registration & key dates

Entry fee: 50 USD / RM 200 per athlete, covering unlimited event entry. Payment in cash (USD or RM only) to the MFSA Treasurer at the Team Manager Meeting.

Registration deadline: 28 April 2026. All entries must be submitted via HyTek Team Manager Software and emailed to the organising team. Details available via the official Telegram group.

Technical meeting: Friday, 22 May 2026, 3:00–6:30 PM at the State Aquatic Center Meeting Room. Includes a pool test session.

Awards: Medals and certificates for places 1–3 in each age group. All participants receive a Certificate of Participation. Countries must bring a national flag (180 × 120 cm) and submit their national anthem upon registration.

Getting to Ipoh

The nearest airport is Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (IPH). Travellers from Kuala Lumpur International Airport can take the ETS train service to Ipoh (pre-booking recommended at ktmb.com.my) or book a coach via easybook.com. From hotel to venue, GRAB is the recommended transport app.

Nearby accommodation options include M Roof Hotel (4-star), De Hotel (3-star), NPF Villa (3-star), and Fair Park Hotel (2-star).

Beyond the competition, Ipoh rewards early arrivals with legendary hawker food, colonial-era architecture, the cave temples of Tambun, and easy access to Cameron Highlands.

Contact Email: finswimmingmalaysia@gmail.com WhatsApp: +60 12-224 3849 Telegram updates: t.me/+HFturJZaC14yMGFl

Signed: Ravivarma Sanmugam, President, MFSA

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