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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You can find Finswimming clubs easily, just looking on the internet.

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4th Sardinia Finswimming - Italy - Finswimmer Magazine

The 4th Sardinia Finswimming Competition, set to take place on the 23rd and 24th of November 2024 in Cagliari, promises to be an exciting event for the finswimming community. Hosted at the G. Sicbaldi Olympic swimming pool, a 50-meter, 8-lane facility located on Via Roberto Pisano, this competition brings together athletes from various categories, including juniors, seniors, and even paralympic participants. Organized by A.S.D. Water Life S.C. under the approval of the Federazione Italiana Pesca Sportiva e Attività Subacquee (FIPSAS) for the Sardinian region, the event offers an impressive program of races and distances, making it a key date in the Italian finswimming calendar.

Registration Process

To participate in the 4th Sardinia Finswimming, clubs must ensure they are properly affiliated with FIPSAS/CMAS and that their athletes hold valid licenses and medical clearances for competitive sports. All registrations must be submitted through the “Gestionale trofei di nuoto e gare sociali” platform, available at nuotosprint.it, by Sunday, November 17, 2024. A critical aspect of the registration process is the simultaneous submission of the participation fee, which must be transferred to the A.S.D. Water Life S.C. bank account as specified in the official announcement. The participation fees are as follows: €16.00 per club and €8.00 per athlete, per race or time trial attempt.

Competition Categories and Regulations

The competition is open to all athletes from clubs affiliated with FIPSAS or CMAS for the current year. A wide range of categories will be competing, from young beginners (Esordienti A1, A2, B1, B2) to seasoned athletes in the absolute, master, and paralympic classes. Each athlete can compete in up to four races, with the restriction of participating in only one race per distance.

FIPSAS rules will apply to the Esordienti A and B categories, while CMAS regulations will govern the races for the absolute, master, and paralympic athletes. In a unique aspect of the event, the paralympic categories will feature unified classes (A, B, and C), allowing for inclusive competition across various ability levels.

Program Overview

The event spans two days, starting on Saturday, November 23, and continuing through Sunday, November 24, 2024. The competition schedule is subject to slight changes based on the number of participants, but the following races are planned:

Saturday, November 23, 2024

Warm-up: 14:30
Competition start: 15:10
Events:
- 50 meters monopinna (Esordienti, Cat. 1°, 2°, 3°, Assoluti, Master, Paralympic Classes A, B, C)
- 200 meters pinne (Cat. 1°, 2°, 3°, Assoluti, Master, Paralympic Classes A, C)
- 200 meters monopinna (Cat. 1°, 2°, 3°, Assoluti, Master, Paralympic Classes A, C)
- 50 meters pinne (Esordienti, Cat. 1°, 2°, 3°, Assoluti, Master, Paralympic Classes A, B, C)
- 100 meters velosub (Cat. 1°, 2°, 3°, Assoluti, Master)

Sunday, November 24, 2024

Warm-up: 08:30
Competition start: 09:10
Events:
- 50 meters apnea monopinna (Cat. 1°, 2°, 3°, Assoluti, Master)
- 400 meters monopinna (Cat. 1°, 2°, 3°, Assoluti, Master, Paralympic Class A)
- 400 meters pinne (Cat. 1°, 2°, 3°, Assoluti, Master, Paralympic Class A)
- 100 meters monopinna (Esordienti, Cat. 1°, 2°, 3°, Assoluti, Master, Paralympic Classes A, B)
- 100 meters pinne (Esordienti, Cat. 1°, 2°, 3°, Assoluti, Master, Paralympic Classes A, B, C)

The event will conclude with the awarding of medals and trophies to the top three athletes in each race, gender, and category. The competition will end by 14:00 on Sunday.

Awards and Scoring

Individual athletes will be awarded medals for placing in the top three positions in their respective races. Clubs are expected to ensure that their athletes are present for the award ceremonies, dressed in their team uniforms. Prizes will not be handed out to athletes who fail to attend the ceremony on time.

The overall team classification will be determined based on the combined points earned by athletes in individual races. The scoring system follows the standard FIPSAS/CMAS guidelines, awarding points from 50 for 1st place down to 1 point for 24th place. The top three clubs in the overall ranking will receive special recognition.

Important Rules and Responsibilities

The organizers have outlined strict regulations regarding complaints and responsibilities. Any protests must be submitted in writing within 30 minutes of the conclusion of the race in question, accompanied by a €25 non-refundable fee. Decisions made by the race director, judges, and officials are final and cannot be contested.

Additionally, the A.S.D. Water Life S.C. and FIPSAS disclaim any liability for damages or accidents that may occur during the event. Coaches and team managers are responsible for their athletes’ behavior at the venue.

Event Logistics and Contact Information

For logistical support, including airport transfers, accommodations, and dining options, participants can contact the event coordinator, Mattia Murtas, at 347 896 44 97 or via email at sardiniafinswimming@gmail.com. The competition will feature automatic timing, provided by the Italian Federation of Timekeepers, and medical support from the Italian Red Cross Committee of Cagliari.

With a wide array of races and categories, the 4th Sardinia Finswimming competition is shaping up to be a thrilling event that will highlight the skills and endurance of finswimmers from across the region and beyond.

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