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.

New Year's Starts 2025 - Finswimming Competition in Krasnoyarsk - Finswimmer Magazine

“New Year’s Starts” Finswimming Competition in Krasnoyarsk – A Celebration of Speed and Skill

On December 22, 2024, the city of Krasnoyarsk hosted the annual “New Year’s Starts” finswimming competition, organized by MAUDO SSOR “Sputnik.” Held in the 25-meter pool of Siberian Federal University (SFU), the event brought together promising young athletes to showcase their talent and compete for top honors.

Event Highlights

The competition featured various age categories and disciplines, with athletes competing in finswimming and classic fins events ranging from 50 to 200 meters. Participants represented several clubs from the Krasnoyarsk region, including “Sputnik,” “Avangard,” and “Diadema.”

Outstanding Performances:

Varvara Kovalevich (2012), representing “Sputnik-Avangard,” dominated the 100m finswimming for girls aged 2011-2012, clocking an impressive 47.81 seconds.
In the 50m finswimming for boys aged 2011-2012, Mikhail Malkov (2012, DVS) took the lead with a remarkable time of 21.02 seconds.
Gorokhova Maria (2011, “Sputnik-Avangard”) showcased her exceptional endurance, winning the 200m classic fins event in 2:01.71.

Rising Stars:

Sofiya Stupneva (2013, “Sputnik-Avangard”) and Denis Karl (2013, “Sputnik-Avangard”) impressed with their victories in their respective age groups in multiple events, confirming their potential as future champions.

A Celebration of Team Spirit and Sportsmanship

The event was managed by an experienced panel of judges led by Chief Referee Pavel Alexandrovich Popov. Their commitment ensured the competition ran smoothly, fostering an environment of sportsmanship and camaraderie.

Conclusion

The “New Year’s Starts” in Krasnoyarsk not only celebrated the spirit of finswimming but also highlighted the region’s dedication to nurturing young athletes. As the final competition of 2024, it set an inspiring tone for the upcoming season.

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