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.

Finswimming Poland Cup 2024 - Final - Finswimmer Magazine

Final of the Polish Club Finswimming Cup 2024 in Chodzież

The 2024 Polish Club Finswimming Cup Final, under the patronage of Chodzież District Starost Adrian Urbański, will take place on November 23-24, 2024, at the “Delfin” swimming pool in Chodzież. Organized by Fundacja Delfinek Chodzież, Miejski Ośrodek Sportu i Rekreacji in Chodzież, and Polski Związek Płetwonurkowania, this event aims to identify the best finswimming clubs and individual competitors across all age categories in Poland, while also promoting the sport and the Chodzież region.

Event Objectives and Format

The competition will crown the best finswimming club and top athletes, with categories ranging from junior to senior. It also seeks to encourage physical activity among young participants and increase the visibility of finswimming in Poland. Events will unfold in two sessions over two days, featuring various distances and disciplines such as apnea (AP), surface finswimming (SF), and bi-fin (BF) races. Mixed relays for juniors and open categories will also be part of the program.

Facilities and Organization

The 25-meter-long “Delfin” pool meets professional standards, ensuring electronic and manual timing, lifeguard supervision, and a professional judging panel. The venue will maintain water temperatures between 26°C and 29°C to ensure optimal conditions.

The competition welcomes athletes with valid PZPn licenses and medical clearances. Participants are allowed to compete in up to four individual events and two relays, with specific limits per session.

Awards and Recognition

Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in individual events and relays across all categories. Clubs will compete for trophies, with rankings determined by their best relay performances. Special prizes for the best athletes in each category will be sponsored by Gmina Chodzież. All competitors will receive participation diplomas.

Registration and Fees

Clubs must submit registrations by November 18, 2024, with final corrections accepted until November 20, 2024. A start fee of 100 PLN per athlete is required, along with an additional club fee payable to the Polish Diving Federation.

Conclusion

With extensive community and organizational support, this event promises exciting competition and a platform to celebrate and grow the sport of finswimming in Poland. Good luck to all participants!

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