A 10-strong team has been selected for the upcoming senior canoe slalom season, covering canoe slalom and kayak cross. Follow the record four boats qualified for the Paris Olympic Games, this team hopes to build on the momentum of the Paris campaign and continue to growth of our slalom programme. The 2025 international canoe [...]
This year’s Instructor Symposium heads west to the stunning setting of Petersburg Outdoor Education & Training Centre in Co. Galway—a perfect base for two days of learning, sharing, and exploring with some of the most experienced paddle sports instructors in the country. Designed for instructors across all disciplines and experience levels, the Symposium is [...]
Canoeing Ireland is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to take charge of our high-performance and athlete development systems. As Performance and Pathway Director, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of paddle sports in Ireland—from grassroots development to Olympic qualification. The Performance and Pathway Director will join our senior leadership team [...]
NOTICE OF 64th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Irish Canoe Union Limited trading as Canoeing Ireland (“the Company”) Monday, 19th May 2025 at 7pm Hybrid Meeting, in person Sport HQ and Via online meeting (Zoom) 17th April 2025 Dear Club Secretary / Member, In accordance with Article 14 of the Irish Canoe Union’s Constitution, notice is [...]
Canoeing Ireland is excited to launch the 2025 River Clean Up Week, running from April 21st to 27th. This annual initiative unites paddlers, clubs, and outdoor enthusiasts across the country in a shared mission to protect and preserve the waterways we get to enjoy every day. Our rivers, lakes, and coastlines are more than just [...]
It is with regret that we must announce the postponement of CranaFest until later in 2025. While every effort has been made to host the event this spring, Canoeing Ireland remains committed to delivering a safe, high-quality experience for participants and spectators — and this includes securing the vital water releases required to run CranaFest to [...]
The Annual Meeting (“AM”) of the Irish Freestyle Kayaking Committee will be held via online meeting on Tuesday 29th April 2025 at 7pm. People registered with Canoeing Ireland are eligible to attend and vote. Motions should be submitted by Canoeing Ireland members, who are eligible to vote at an annual meeting, to the Freestyle [...]
We are thrilled to announce that Moira Aston, CEO of Canoeing Ireland, has been elected as the first female Vice-President of the European Canoe Association (ECA). In addition to this historic achievement, she will serve as the ECA/Paddle Europe representative on the International Canoe Federation (ICF) Board of Directors. Moira's election is a testament [...]
Canoeing Ireland is proud to announce our pursuit of the Silver Xcessible Award, reinforcing our commitment to inclusion and accessibility in paddle sports. Following our success in achieving the Bronze Xcessible Award, we are now advancing to the next level to further embed inclusive practices across our organisation. What is the Xcessible Award? The Xcessible Award, developed by Active [...]
Canoeing Ireland would like to wish the very best of luck to Performance Director, Jon Mackey, as he announces his departure from the role. After taking on the role of Performance Director for Canoeing Ireland in 2018, Jon Mackey has left an indelible mark on Irish paddle sports. His leadership of the performance programme has [...]
