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.

SEA WAVE Round 1 – Finswimming Competition 2025 - Finswimmer Magazine

The SEA WAVE Round 1 Finswimming Competition for children and junior athletes is set to take place on May 5, 2025, in Pathumthani, Thailand. Organized by the Thailand Underwater Federation (ATUS), this prestigious event will bring together young finswimmers from different countries and clubs to compete in various disciplines.

Location: Thammasat University, Rangsit Center, Chiang Rak Road, Khlong Nueng Subdistrict, Bang Phut Subdistrict, Bang Phut Subdistrict Administrative Organization, Khlong Luang District, Provincia di Pathum Thani, 12121, Thailandia

Venue and Facilities

The competition will be held at the Aquatic Centre, Thammasat University (Rangsit Campus), a state-of-the-art facility featuring:

A 50-meter competition pool
10 lanes with wave-breaking ropes
Permanent 2-meter depth
Water temperature maintained at approximately 27°C
OMEGA timing and judging systems

Participant Eligibility and Age Categories

The event is open to junior finswimmers, divided into the following age groups:

B: 16-17 years
C: 14-15 years
D: 12-13 years
E: 10-11 years
F: 8-9 years
G: 6-7 years

Competition Events

Athletes will compete in different finswimming disciplines, including:

50m and 100m Surface
50m and 100m Bi-fins
50m Apnea (for age groups B & C only)
4x50m Bi-fins Relay (Mixed Teams)
4x50m Surface Relay (Mixed Teams for certain categories)

Awards and Recognition

The top three finishers in each event will be awarded:

Gold Medal for first place
Silver Medal for second place
Bronze Medal for third place

An award ceremony will take place in the morning sessions following each event. Additionally, all participants will receive a certificate of participation.

Registration and Fees

Athletes and teams can register via the online form provided at Registration Link. The entry fee is $50 per athlete, payable in cash at the competition.

Technical Meeting and Schedule

A technical meeting for team representatives will be held on May 5, 2025, at 8:45 AM, at the competition venue. The competition will begin at 9:00 AM, with a warm-up session starting at 7:30 AM.

For further details, participants can contact ATUS via email at atus.cmas.sport@gmail.com or visit www.atus-thailand.org.

This event promises an exciting showcase of young finswimming talent in Southeast Asia, fostering competitive spirit and international friendship among athletes.

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