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.

The 2025/2026 Finswimming Season: Italy and Beyond - Finswimmer Magazine

The upcoming 2025/2026 finswimming season promises a thrilling series of competitions both in Italy and on the international stage. From CMAS World Cups to national championships and classic local tournaments, the calendar offers athletes of every level the chance to dive into action and chase new records.

🏆 Institutional Competitions (FIPSAS & CMAS)

The institutional calendar includes the main CMAS and FIPSAS events, both in the pool and in open water. Among the highlights:

CMAS World Championship Finswimming Indoor (Korea, 22–29 June 2026)
FISU World University Championship (Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, 7–12 April 2026)
CMAS World Cup – Indoor Series:
- Barcelona (Spain) – 12–15 February 2025
- Lignano Sabbiadoro (Italy) – 5–8 March 2026
- Aix-en-Provence (France) – 24–26 April 2026

In Italy, several major national events will define the season:

Italian Spring Championships (Senior) – 13–15 February 2026, Lignano Sabbiadoro (UD)
Italian Spring Championships (Category) – 21–22 March 2026, Lignano Sabbiadoro (UD)
Italian Summer Championships (Senior) – 29–31 May 2026, Lignano Sabbiadoro (UD)
Italian Championships in Open Water – 24–25 July 2026, Lago di Viverone (BI)

Open water fans will also look forward to the Italian Cup circuit, with the following stages:

Massarosa (LU) – 2 May 2026
Savio (RA) – 14 June 2026
Suviana (BO) – 12 July 2026

The Italian Paralympic Championships will once again be an integral part of the calendar, with events scheduled in Camaiore, Lignano Sabbiadoro, and San Vito al Tagliamento, emphasizing inclusivity and excellence.

🌍 International Highlights

Alongside CMAS events, Italy remains one of the key countries in global finswimming. The season will see participation in prestigious competitions such as:

CMAS European Junior Finswimming Championships – Turkey (date TBD)
CMAS World Open Water Championships (Senior, Junior, Master) – Marina El Alamein, Egypt (December 2025)

🇮🇹 Other Italian Events and Traditional Trophies

Italy’s finswimming culture thrives through a series of long-running tournaments that combine competition and community spirit. The “other events” section of the calendar features:

9th Trofeo Titano – Serravalle, San Marino (November 9, 2025)
5th Sardinia Finswimming – Cagliari (November 22–23, 2025)
18th Christmas Cup – Lignano Sabbiadoro (December 13–14, 2025)
6th Trofeo Bizantino – Ravenna (January 10–11, 2025)
3rd Memorial Dario D’Alessandro – Camaiore (January 11, 2025)
33rd Memorial Salvemini – Casalecchio di Reno (November 30, 2026)
6th National Criterium – Lignano Sabbiadoro (May 9–10, 2025)

Among open water events, the legendary “Pinnata dello Stretto di Messina” (5th edition, July 2026) remains a symbolic crossing between Calabria and Sicily, blending sport and adventure.

🔁 A Living Calendar

As stated by FIPSAS, the 2025/2026 finswimming calendar is provisional and will be updated continuously throughout the season. Adjustments to dates, venues, and additional competitions are expected as local clubs and international federations confirm their schedules.

🐬 A Season Full of Opportunities

From youth and university athletes to masters and paralympic competitors, the new finswimming season offers countless opportunities to challenge the limits of speed, endurance, and technique. Italy once again stands out as one of the world’s most active and passionate nations in this discipline, confirming its leading role in both national and international finswimming.

Italian Finswimming Calendar PDF