The 2026 Canoe Sprint National Championships will take place on Saturday 25th April at the regatta course in Lough Rynn, Co. Leitrim. This flagship event on the national sprint calendar will bring together paddlers from across the country to compete for national titles across Junior, Senior and Masters categories. Racing will be held over the [...]
NOTICE OF 65th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGIrish Canoe Union Limited trading as Canoeing Ireland (“the Company”)Monday, 18th May 2026 at 7pmHybrid Meeting, in person Sport HQ and Via online meeting (Teams) In accordance with Article 14 of the Irish Canoe Union’s Constitution, notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) of the Company [...]
Canoeing Ireland is excited to launch the 2026 River Clean Up Week, running from April 20th to 26th. This annual initiative brings together paddlers, clubs, and outdoor enthusiasts across the country in a shared mission to protect and preserve the waterways we enjoy every day. As part of our ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability, [...]
Canoeing Ireland is delighted to announce that the Junior Liffey Descent will return on Saturday, 16th May 2026, promising another exciting day of racing on one of Ireland’s most iconic rivers. Building on the success of previous years, the Junior Liffey Descent continues to provide young paddlers from across the country with a fantastic [...]
Canoeing Ireland has published the official 2026 Surf Kayaking Selection Policy, outlining how athletes will be selected to represent Ireland at the upcoming WSKA World Cup events: Santa Cruz, California: 27–29 March 2026 Widemouth, England: 25–26 April 2026 Sopela, Basque Country: 26–27 September 2026 Additional locations: To be confirmed This new competition format requires [...]
Canoeing Ireland has confirmed that the 65th edition of the Liffey Descent will take place on Saturday, 19th September 2026, marking another milestone for one of Ireland’s most iconic and enduring sporting events. For over six decades, the Liffey Descent has brought together paddlers of all levels to take on the unforgettable challenge of [...]
Canoeing Ireland is proud to launch its Athletes Commission, a representative group that places athlete voice at the centre of the organisation. Made up of athletes from across multiple disciplines, the Commission acts as a direct link between the athlete body and Canoeing Ireland—ensuring feedback, ideas and concerns are heard, while also helping to communicate [...]
The Junior & U23 5K Series, first established in 2016, marks an important milestone this year as it celebrates its 10th anniversary. What began as a modest initiative has grown into a cornerstone event within the canoeing calendar, providing young athletes with invaluable racing experience while helping to develop the next generation of talent. This [...]
Canoeing Ireland has published the Paddlesurf & Waveski Selection Policy for 2026, outlining the process and performance criteria for athletes seeking selection to represent Ireland at international surf ski disciplines. This policy provides a clear and transparent pathway to selection, supporting athletes in preparing for major international competitions in 2026.Photo Credit: Mick Feeney 2026 Selection [...]
Canoeing Ireland has published the Senior Canoe Sprint Selection Policy for 2026, which outlines the process and performance criteria for athletes seeking selection to represent Ireland at international sprint competitions. This policy aims to provide a clear, transparent, and performance-driven pathway, enabling athletes to prepare effectively for the 2026 international season. 2026 Selection Policy [...]
