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.

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Speed and Passion: The 3rd “Nel Blu” Trophy Returns to Trieste - Finswimmer Magazine

Location: Piscina Comunale Bruno Bianchi, Via delle Fiamme Gialle, Campo Marzio, Città Nuova-Barriera Nuova-San Vito-Città Vecchia, Trieste, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, 34123, Italia

The vibrant city of Trieste is once again set to host one of the most exciting national finswimming events in Italy—the 3rd FVG Speed Finswimming Trophy, organized by A.S.D. “Nel Blu.” Scheduled for Sunday, June 15, 2025, this competition promises a full day of aquatic speed and skill at the “Bruno Bianchi” Swimming Centre, a state-of-the-art 50-meter pool located in Largo Ugo Irneri.

A Celebrated Stage for Speed

As a qualifying event for the Italian Speed Championships and part of the FVG Regional Championship, the “Trofeo Nel Blu” is more than just a race. It is a showcase of athletic excellence, sportsmanship, and the growing enthusiasm for finswimming in Italy. This year’s edition also contributes to the Trofeo CONI Friuli Venezia Giulia 2025, further highlighting its importance within the national sporting calendar.

Inclusive and Comprehensive Competition

With races open to all age categories—from young pre-competitive swimmers (B1/B2 and A1/A2) to seasoned Masters and Paralympic athletes—the event embraces inclusivity and encourages participation across a wide range of experience levels. Each athlete may participate in up to two individual events and one relay.

Events will include traditional finswimming distances, such as:

50, 100, 200, and 400 meters with fins or monofin
CMAS-certified versions for elite-level competitors
Apnea events (50m)
Unified relays, such as the 4×50 fins free relay and the 4×100 monofin mixed relay

Particularly notable is the special classification derived from the 100m monofin and 4×100 mixed relays in the A1/A2 category, which will contribute to the CONI Regional Trophy rankings.

Precision, Fairness, and Festivity

The event will be timed with official electronic systems provided by F.I.Cr., and judged by the Friuli Venezia Giulia competition officials, ensuring high technical standards throughout the meet.

All participants will receive a commemorative medal, and the top three clubs will be honored with a trophy or plaque based on their collective performance. Relay results will be celebrated but will not count toward the final club standings.

Schedule Highlights

8:30 AM – Registration and verification
9:00 AM – Athlete check-in
9:30 AM – Warm-up
9:45 AM – Competition begins
Awards Ceremony – At the end of the event

A Note on Sportsmanship and Safety

In accordance with FIPSAS regulations, athletes must wear a swim cap, and team representatives are responsible for the conduct of their athletes. The organizing committee declines all liability for accidents or damages occurring during the event.

Athletes from outside Italy are warmly welcomed and may compete with a temporary license for insurance purposes.

Final Thoughts

The 3rd Trofeo FVG Nel Blu is not merely a competition—it is a celebration of speed, community, and the aquatic spirit. As Trieste prepares to host swimmers from across the country and beyond, all eyes will be on the starting blocks, where the next generation of champions will dive into excellence.

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