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
Why pools smell the way they do

Why pools smell the way they do

We’ve all done it: you walk into a pool, get hit with that classic eye-watering smell and think, “Wow, they’ve really loaded up the chlorine today.” But here’s the twist:That strong...
September 30, 2025 — Janara Cragg
7 Swim Myths Busted

7 Swim Myths Busted

Let’s be real — swimmers hear a lot of advice. Some good. Some weird. And some? Just flat-out wrong. At FINIS Australia, we’re not just here to sell you gear....
September 30, 2025 — Janara Cragg
Real Swim Problems & The Gear To Solve Them

Real Swim Problems & The Gear To Solve Them

At FINIS Australia, we live and breathe technique, innovation, and performance — but that doesn’t mean we can’t laugh at the everyday chaos in the pool. So we’re celebrating the "Real...
September 11, 2025 — Janara Cragg