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.

ADEL Certification: A New Mandatory Requirement for CMAS Athletes - Finswimmer Magazine

As of 2025, CMAS has introduced a significant regulatory update requiring all athletes to complete the ADEL (Anti-Doping eLearning) certification before registering for competitions. This initiative, mandated by WADA, aims to strengthen anti-doping awareness and ensure compliance with international standards.

Under the new regulations, all athletes must upload proof of their ADEL certification to the CMAS Portal alongside a profile photo to be eligible for participation in CMAS Championships and other sanctioned events. Without fulfilling these conditions, registration will not be possible.

While this rule currently applies exclusively to athletes, CMAS has indicated that similar requirements will be extended to coaches, referees, and judges in the future. However, no timeline has been provided for this transition, leaving uncertainty regarding when it will become compulsory for other key figures in the sport.

The implementation of the ADEL certification is seen as a step towards professionalizing finswimming and other CMAS disciplines, aligning them with broader international anti-doping policies. Federations and clubs have been advised to support athletes in fulfilling these obligations, with video tutorials available to guide them through the process.

Athletes should take immediate action to comply with these new regulations to avoid being excluded from competitions. Meanwhile, coaches and officials should stay informed about potential changes, as the requirement may soon extend to them as well.

For more details, CMAS has provided official guidance and technical support to assist all members in meeting the new compliance standards.

Technical Notice_2025 Competition requirements in CMAS Portal