The Nipper Gear Guide

The Nipper Gear Guide

Snorkel at Age 8? Paddles Yet? Fins or No Fins? What Your Little Nipper Actually Needs Walk into any pool shop with a young swimmer and it's easy to walk...
July 28, 2026 — Charlotte Nield
Why Every Swimmer Needs a Centre Mount Snorkel

Why Every Swimmer Needs a Centre Mount Snorkel

If you haven't tried a centre mount snorkel yet, this is your sign. Here's why it's one of the most valuable tools in the pool, and why it just got a whole lot prettier.

July 23, 2026 — Janara Cragg
Women swimming in a pool using FINIS SlipFin Pro fins to imrove her hip-driven kicking technique

How to Improve Your Swim Kick | Hip-Driven Kick Drills

If your legs are working overtime but you're not swimming any faster, your kick could be the problem. Discover how to identify a knee-driven kick, retrain a powerful hip-driven kick with simple drills, and use the right swim training gear to create more propulsion with less effort.

July 21, 2026 — Charlotte Nield
FINIS Australia explain how to choose the correct technical fin for you.

How to Choose the Right Swim Fins for You

Not all swim fins are created equal. Whether you're training for speed, technique, or strength, choosing the right fins can transform your sessions in the water. This guide helps you find the perfect fins for your goals, from short blade training fins to technique-focused designs and monofins for advanced work.

June 23, 2026 — Janara Cragg
Setting up the FINIS Tempo Trainer Pro to train smarter and improve swim pace

How to Use the FINIS Tempo Trainer Pro to Improve Your Swimming

The Tempo Trainer Pro is one of the most powerful, and most misunderstood, tools in swimming. Here's exactly how to use it, what numbers to aim for, and the sessions that will actually move the needle.

June 17, 2026 — Janara Cragg
FINIS Australia chat all things Open Water Safety in Australia, how to train, prepare and stay safe

Open Water Swimming in Australia: How to Train, Prepare and Stay Safe

Australia is one of the greatest open water swimming destinations on earth, and with the right preparation, it is accessible to swimmers at every level. From building your base in the pool to sighting, safety and the best locations around the country, this is your complete guide to open water swimming in Australia.

May 23, 2026 — Janara Cragg
FINIS Australia share tips on how to improve your swimming speed

How to get Faster at Swimming

Getting faster at swimming is less about training harder and more about training smarter. Whether you are chasing a personal best, preparing for a triathlon or simply wanting your laps to feel easier. This guide covers everything Australian swimmers need to know about technique, training structure and the gear that will accelerate your progress in the water.

April 23, 2026 — Janara Cragg
Swimmer training with FINIS swim gear including snorkel, paddles and fins, illustrating when and why to use technical swimming equipment to improve technique and efficiency.

Training Gear Explained 🏊

Using the right swim training equipment can improve technique, efficiency and performance. This guide breaks down essential FINIS gear, including snorkels, paddles, fins and tempo trainers, explaining when to use each tool and how to train with intention.

 

March 23, 2026 — Sarah Johnson
Competitive swimmer in the water illustrating why swimming technique still matters, showing efficient body position, stroke mechanics and energy conservation

Why Technique Still Matters (Even When You're Fit)

In swimming, fitness alone isn’t enough. Efficient technique plays a critical role in speed, endurance and injury prevention at every level. This article explores why technique still matters, even when you’re fit and how refining movement, body position and stroke mechanics can improve performance, reduce fatigue and support long-term progression in the water.

February 26, 2026 — Sarah Johnson
Swim Habits for a Happy 2026

Swim Habits for a Happy 2026

If 2026 is the year you want swimming to feel lighter, stronger, and more joyful (not another thing on the to-do list), the secret isn’t bigger goals, it’s better habits....
December 23, 2025 — Janara Cragg
Level up your training session with boards, bouys & better technique.

Boards, Buoys & Better Technique

Every swimmer knows that technique is everything. But sometimes, when you’re grinding through laps, it’s hard to focus on your form and still push the pace. That’s where your training...
November 24, 2025 — Janara Cragg
Let's talk CHRISTMAS // get organised ASAP! 🤶

Let's talk CHRISTMAS // get organised ASAP! 🤶

🎄 IMPORTANT: CHRISTMAS SHIPPING CUT-OFF DATES 🎄 Christmas is just around the corner meaning an increase in demand on postal services worldwide, so it's super important to be organised sooner rather than...
November 17, 2025 — Sarah Johnson