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.

World Record Alert – Kropidlowski Szymon Stuns In Olsztyn - Finswimmer Magazine

History was made today in Olsztyn, Poland 🇵🇱, during the 2025 CMAS European Championship Finswimming. In front of an ecstatic home crowd, Szymon Kropidlowski delivered a jaw-dropping performance in the men’s 100m bifins (100BF), stopping the clock at 00:40.60 and setting a new World Record.

Born in 2002, the Polish finswimmer showed not only raw speed but also remarkable technique and composure throughout the race. His world-beating time of 40.60 seconds surpasses the previous record and cements his place at the very top of international finswimming.

The tension was high at the Aquasfera Swimming Arena in Olsztyn as the finalists lined up, but Kropidlowski took control from the very first meters, surging ahead with unmatched power and rhythm. By the final stretch, it was clear that something special was happening—and when the scoreboard confirmed the time, the entire arena erupted in celebration.

This is not just a victory for Kropidlowski but a proud moment for Polish finswimming, as the record was broken on home soil, under the Polish flag 🇵🇱, in one of the most prestigious competitions of the year.

The 2025 CMAS European Championship has already delivered incredible performances, and this new World Record is a shining highlight. With more events still to come, fans around the world can only wonder: what’s next?

Congratulations to Szymon Kropidlowski – the fastest 100BF finswimmer in the world! 🌍🥇💥