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.

Egypt Cup for Finswimming in Open Water in June 2025 - Finswimmer Magazine

The Egyptian Diving & Lifesaving Federation (EDLF) has announced the updated schedule for the CMAS Egypt Cup for Finswimming in Open Water. The prestigious event will take place from June 23 to June 28, 2025. This competition is expected to attract top finswimmers from across the country and potentially from other nations, making it one of the key events in the finswimming calendar.

Location: Alessandria, Governatorato di Alessandria, 21519, Egitto

Event Overview

The CMAS Egypt Cup will feature a range of finswimming races across different age categories and distances. The competition will be conducted under the regulations and supervision of CMAS (World Underwater Federation), ensuring high standards and fair competition. The schedule includes races for both male and female athletes across junior and senior levels.

Competition Schedule

The competition will span over six days, with the following key events:

Day 1 (June 23, 2025):
- 2 km open water finswimming races for ages 13 and under (both male and female).
Day 2 (June 24, 2025):
- 3 km open water finswimming races for ages 14-15 (both male and female).
Day 3 (June 25, 2025):
- 4 km open water finswimming races for ages 16-17 (both male and female).
Day 4 (June 26, 2025):
- 5 km open water finswimming races for the senior category (ages 18 and above) – male and female.
Day 5 (June 27, 2025):
- Mixed relay races (4 x 1 km) for all age categories.
- Open category 5 km race for all competitors.
Day 6 (June 28, 2025):
- 6 km open water finswimming races for the senior category – male and female.

Event Regulations and Guidelines

All participants are required to confirm their registration and undergo a safety briefing one hour before the start of their respective races. This ensures that all athletes are aware of the race rules, course layout, and safety protocols.

Significance of the Event

The CMAS Egypt Cup for Finswimming in Open Water is a major event that reflects the growing popularity of finswimming in Egypt and the wider Middle East. Hosting such a prestigious competition underscores Egypt’s commitment to developing the sport and providing a platform for local and international athletes to showcase their skills.

The Egyptian Diving & Lifesaving Federation has expressed its confidence in the success of the event and hopes to establish Egypt as a leading destination for international finswimming competitions. This event is expected to draw significant interest from athletes, coaches, and fans, contributing to the sport’s growth on a global scale.

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