How long can a routine be?
Rule- Canada
- Canada Artistic Swimming
- Artistic swimming
- Ages 8-19
- 2025-26
- Parents
Time limits include ten seconds for deck movement.
| Category | Solo | Duet / Mixed Duet | Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior/Senior Technical | 2:00 | 2:20 | 2:50 |
| Junior/Senior Free | 2:15 | 2:45 | 3:30 |
| Youth | 2:00 | 2:30 | 3:00 (Free Team) |
| 12 and Under (recommended) | 2:00 | 2:30 | 3:00 (Free Team) |
| 10 and Under (recommended) | 1:15 | 1:45 | 2:15 (Free Team) |
Youth and 12 and Under Free Combination is 3:00. The Acrobatic Routine is 3:00.
Source: Canada Artistic Swimming Rulebook (revised November 2025), rule 12.1. The 12 and Under and 10 and Under limits are recommendations for provincial and territorial organizations.
Added 25 Oct 2026