2004 FINA Masters Championships

Hi All, Thanks for the link to the site. There are some free translation websites (babblefish, etc.) but there is a english language translation on the "piscina" page - click on the english flag. I've copied the english translation (below). The translation does not say how deep the pool is or what kind of gutters they have. But, since they claim that the pool has been used for some high level competitions, I would guess that it is on an equal footing with other world class competition facilities. The FINA Masters meets are very big meets - almost 4,000 swimmers in Munchen, Germany. This is because there are no qualifying times - and just about everybody and their uncle goes. For example, there were about 48 heats of the men's 200 fly! They started at 8 am sharp and usually finished by 10pm. So if you go, be prepared for a long meet. In Munchen, the warm-up pool was wall-to-wall with swimmers (30-50/lane), so it is almost impossible to get a decent warmup before your race. But I do have to compliment the Germans - they did a great job regulating and running the meet. I did not go to NZ, but heard it was a pretty well run meet. On the other hand, I have heard that some of the other FINA meets were very disorganized and took even longer to run. Philipp Djang Here is their translation: The "Stadio del Nuoto", Ricciane is a completely modern sports complex thanks to its up to date services and equipment including three pools: one covered and two open air. All of this can be found in idyllic surroundings of a large park, just a few minutes from the sea and easily reached from both the motorway (A14 exit Riccione) and the airport at Miramare di Rimini (just 5 mins). In summer the swimming pool is open to the public seven days a week from 10.00 to 18.00 including holidays. The complex is made up of an ten lane Olympic-size swimming pool (50m x 25m) and a diving poal which measures 24m x 1 8m and is 5m. deep at all points. The diving pool has a diving tower with fixed diving boards at heights of 5m. and 10m. and approved springboards at heights of 1 m. and 3m. These pools are surrounded by an area of park which is equipped for the welcome and comfort of the users of the pool. Sun beds and sunshades are available in the area around the pool. In the park, which surrounds the pool area, there are grass volleyball courts, shaded areas, stands with space for up to 2000 spectators, and a sandy area for beach volleyball displays. There is also a friendly and efficient bar for refreshments. The "Stadio del Nuoto" is a sports complex that meets all the necessary requirements far the holding of nationai and intemational meetings. In the past the complex has been host to a number of extremely important events such as The European Masters Swimming Champianship, The World Military Championships of Swimming, Water Polo and Diving, Nazionali Assoluti FIN, Italian Diving Championship FIN. Lanes may be booked in the complex, from June to September, far the purpose af courses, training or graups, with the possibility of special prices for Italian or foreign clubs and associations.

Hi All, Thanks for the link to the site. There are some free translation websites (babblefish, etc.) but there is a english language translation on the "piscina" page - click on the english flag. I've copied the english translation (below). The translation does not say how deep the pool is or what kind of gutters they have. But, since they claim that the pool has been used for some high level competitions, I would guess that it is on an equal footing with other world class competition facilities. The FINA Masters meets are very big meets - almost 4,000 swimmers in Munchen, Germany. This is because there are no qualifying times - and just about everybody and their uncle goes. For example, there were about 48 heats of the men's 200 fly! They started at 8 am sharp and usually finished by 10pm. So if you go, be prepared for a long meet. In Munchen, the warm-up pool was wall-to-wall with swimmers (30-50/lane), so it is almost impossible to get a decent warmup before your race. But I do have to compliment the Germans - they did a great job regulating and running the meet. I did not go to NZ, but heard it was a pretty well run meet. On the other hand, I have heard that some of the other FINA meets were very disorganized and took even longer to run. Philipp Djang Here is their translation: The "Stadio del Nuoto", Ricciane is a completely modern sports complex thanks to its up to date services and equipment including three pools: one covered and two open air. All of this can be found in idyllic surroundings of a large park, just a few minutes from the sea and easily reached from both the motorway (A14 exit Riccione) and the airport at Miramare di Rimini (just 5 mins). In summer the swimming pool is open to the public seven days a week from 10.00 to 18.00 including holidays. The complex is made up of an ten lane Olympic-size swimming pool (50m x 25m) and a diving poal which measures 24m x 1 8m and is 5m. deep at all points. The diving pool has a diving tower with fixed diving boards at heights of 5m. and 10m. and approved springboards at heights of 1 m. and 3m. These pools are surrounded by an area of park which is equipped for the welcome and comfort of the users of the pool. Sun beds and sunshades are available in the area around the pool. In the park, which surrounds the pool area, there are grass volleyball courts, shaded areas, stands with space for up to 2000 spectators, and a sandy area for beach volleyball displays. There is also a friendly and efficient bar for refreshments. The "Stadio del Nuoto" is a sports complex that meets all the necessary requirements far the holding of nationai and intemational meetings. In the past the complex has been host to a number of extremely important events such as The European Masters Swimming Champianship, The World Military Championships of Swimming, Water Polo and Diving, Nazionali Assoluti FIN, Italian Diving Championship FIN. Lanes may be booked in the complex, from June to September, far the purpose af courses, training or graups, with the possibility of special prices for Italian or foreign clubs and associations.