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.

Novosibirsk Region Cup in Underwater Sports Held at the “Neptune” Pool - Finswimmer Magazine

From 15 to 18 January 2026, the Cup of the Novosibirsk Region in Underwater Sports took place at the “Neptune” swimming pool (50 meters) in the city of Novosibirsk, bringing together athletes from across the region for one of the most comprehensive underwater sports events of the season.

The competition featured a wide range of underwater disciplines, including apnea, finswimming, classic finswimming, underwater swimming, and diving, highlighting the diversity and technical depth of the sport. Over four days of racing and performances, athletes competed across multiple age categories, demonstrating high levels of preparation, versatility, and competitive spirit.

The Novosibirsk Region Cup serves as a key event in the regional calendar, offering athletes an important opportunity to assess their form early in the season, gain competitive experience, and achieve qualifying results. For younger swimmers, the event represented a valuable developmental milestone, while more experienced competitors used the meet to refine race execution and technical efficiency.

The “Neptune” pool once again confirmed its status as a major venue for underwater sports, providing excellent conditions for both speed- and endurance-based disciplines. The organization of the competition ensured smooth scheduling across the various events and disciplines, allowing for a full and demanding program over the four-day period.

Beyond individual performances, the Cup played a significant role in strengthening the underwater sports community within the Novosibirsk region. By combining multiple disciplines under one event, it promoted cross-disciplinary exchange and contributed to the continued growth and visibility of underwater sports at regional level.

Official competition results are available in the final results file, documenting performances across all disciplines and categories.

The successful conclusion of the 2026 Novosibirsk Region Cup underlined the region’s strong commitment to underwater sports and set a solid foundation for the upcoming competitive season.

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