The Australian Masters Games (AMG) 2025 is set to take place in Canberra from October 18 to 25, offering an inclusive platform for athletes aged 30 and above to showcase their talents across a wide range of sports. Excitingly, this edition will feature finswimming, marking a significant milestone for this aquatic discipline in the Masters community.
What is Finswimming?
Finswimming involves the use of monofins or bifins and is recognized globally for its dynamic and competitive nature. Participants propel themselves using fins while maintaining speed and precision, with disciplines such as surface swimming and apnea. The addition of finswimming to the AMG provides a unique opportunity for experienced swimmers and novices alike to engage with this fast-growing sport.
Competition Details
The finswimming events will be hosted at the SA Aquatic & Leisure Centre in Oaklands Park, a state-of-the-art venue equipped to accommodate the diverse demands of this sport. Participants will compete in categories based on age and gender, with events ranging from 50 meters to 400 meters, in both surface mono and bifin disciplines. A special 50-meter apnea race will also be part of the program.
Age groups will start from 30-34 years and extend up to 75+, ensuring inclusivity and fair competition. Relay events, categorized by the combined ages of team members, will add a thrilling team element to the schedule.
Rules and Guidelines
All events will follow regulations set by CMAS (World Underwater Federation), ensuring adherence to international standards. Key rules include:
These guidelines are designed to maintain the integrity and safety of the competition.
Entry and Registration
Registration fees include a general Games entry fee and a specific sport fee. For finswimming, Australian Underwater Federation (AUF) members receive a discount, promoting participation among the established finswimming community. Athletes can register through the AMG website, with age determined as of December 31, 2025.
The Spirit of Masters Games
The Australian Masters Games embody the spirit of camaraderie, competition, and community. By including finswimming, the event broadens its scope to engage participants in an exhilarating sport that combines athleticism with aquatic finesse. With over 50 sports represented, the Games aim to inspire a lifelong love for physical activity while fostering social connections.
For finswimming enthusiasts and curious newcomers, the AMG 2025 is a chance to experience the excitement of a global discipline in a welcoming and supportive environment. Whether you are competing, cheering, or discovering finswimming for the first time, Adelaide promises an unforgettable Masters Games experience.
For more information, visit the official Australian Masters Games website
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