The main areas under High Performance are Canoe Slalom, Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe.

With the current batch of athletes and the National Coaches working together, this will only mean great things for High Performance and Canoeing Ireland.

Anti-Doping Policy

Canoeing Ireland fully opposes the use of drugs in sport and subscribes to the National Anti-Doping Programme as set out by Sport Ireland. For more information about the National Anti-Doping Programme please see here. By applying for Membership of Canoeing Ireland you agree to the Sport Ireland Rules on Anti-Doping. Note that Canoeing Ireland’s policy is that doping is contrary to the spirit of sport and every member has a duty to ensure that the sport is free of doping. Canoeing Ireland fully subscribes to the Sport Ireland Anti-Doping Policy & Procedures. According to these, under the strict liability rule, members are responsible for any substance that may be found in their bodies.

Anti-Doping Resources

At Canoeing Ireland, we’re committed to protecting the integrity of our sport and supporting every athlete in staying clean, informed, and confident. This section brings together essential anti-doping resources for athletes to be empowered to make informed choices and uphold fair play at all times in sport.

Report Doping

Canoeing Ireland is committed to upholding the integrity of our sport. If you have witnessed doping, been offered banned substances, or suspect any form of doping activity, we encourage you to report it. Sport Ireland provides a confidential and anonymous reporting system to address such concerns. You can submit information through their online form or by emailing intelligence@sportireland.ie.

Every report is taken seriously and handled with strict confidentiality. Your vigilance helps ensure a level playing field for all athletes.