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.

Open Thuringian State Championships in Finswimming 2025 - Finswimmer Magazine

The Tauchsportverband Thüringen e.V. has announced the Open Thuringian State Championships in Finswimming 2025 (Open Thüringer Landesmeisterschaften (ThLM)) in Finswimming for 2025. The event, organized by the Tauchsportclub Erfurt e.V., will be held on January 25, 2025, at the Roland Matthes Schwimmhalle in Erfurt, Germany. This venue features an 8-lane, 50-meter pool with a consistent depth of 1.80 meters and a water temperature of approximately 26°C.

Key Details:

Registration Deadline: January 18, 2025, by 23:59.
Competition Start: 9:00 AM, following warm-up and preliminary meetings.
Timekeeping: Automatic timing with touchpads will be utilized.
Eligibility: Open to athletes with a VDST finswimming license or international participants affiliated with CMAS member federations.

Event Highlights

The competition schedule includes a mix of short and long-distance events for various age groups, such as:

50m AP, ST, DB, BF, FS
400m and 1500m FS
Relays (e.g., 4x50m and 4x100m) Participants will compete in open and category-specific rankings. Special awards include medals for the top three in designated Thüringer categories.

Important Regulations

Anti-Doping Compliance: All participants must adhere to VDST and NADA anti-doping policies.
Technical Inspections: Athletes must present their equipment at pre-start checks and remain with it until their race begins.
Prohibited Equipment: Devices such as GFK or carbon fins and unauthorized accessories are not allowed.

Fees and Payments

The participation fees are:

€6 per individual event.
€8 per relay team. Payments must be completed via bank transfer, with proof of payment provided at check-in.

Additional Notes

Sustainability: Participants are encouraged to bring reusable cups, as disposable options will not be available.
Insurance and Liability: Limited insurance coverage is provided for athletes without a valid diving medical certificate. Organizers are not liable for lost or damaged items.

This championship promises to be an exciting showcase of finswimming talent, emphasizing both competitive excellence and environmental responsibility. For more details, visit Tauchsportverband Thüringen’s website.

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