The Canoeing Ireland instructor Symposium ran for the second ever time in Gartan Outdoor Education and training centre in Donegal. The aim of the symposium over the last two years has been to bring instructors together to share good practice and explore topics that are of benefit to them as they pass on the skills [...]
We had a night to remember at the 2024 Canoeing Ireland Awards. With 2024 being the latest in a long line of years to be proud of for Canoeing Ireland, it is more important than ever to celebrate and recognise the incredible community who helps drive our sport forward. The awards were co-hosted by [...]
Canoeing Ireland is currently seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to fill the role of National Children’s Officer. This vital position champions the safety, rights, and well-being of young people within the sport, helping to create an inclusive, supportive, and safe environment for all youth participants. If you have a background in child protection and [...]
Tickets for the 2024 Canoeing Ireland Awards are now live. Join us on the 16th November to celebrate the volunteers, clubs, athletes and everyone in between as we recognise the accomplishments of the entire paddle sports community over the last year! As always the Awards are a brilliant night to come together as a [...]
Applications are now open for paddlers to be entered into the selection process for the 2025 Kayak Freestyle Team. The applications cover all categories in junior and senior (C1, K1, OC1 & Squirt). Team trials are provisionally scheduled for the weekend of 26th - 27th October, with a backup weekend calendared for the 9th-10th [...]
Liffey Descent 2025!! After much consideration and feedback from our community, we’re moving the race back to its traditional September date in 2025! This means more time to train, prepare, and make the most of the summer paddling season before taking on the iconic route along 32km of the River Liffey. We know how important [...]
It is with great regret that we must postpone CranaFest 2024. We have been liaising with Uisce Eireann to secure a dam release, but unfortunately, due to remedial works needed at the site, a commitment for a release is not possible this year. We at Canoeing Ireland are extremely disappointed to postpone the event, but [...]
The PaddleAble Educate Workshop is an initiative from Canoeing Ireland designed to promote inclusivity within paddle sports, ensuring that individuals with disabilities, impairments, or additional support needs can fully participate. This workshop aims to equip instructors, coaches, and volunteers with the necessary skills to adapt paddle sports activities, making them accessible to all. [...]
After 14 years of representing Ireland in canoe slalom, Samuel Curtis has recently announced his retirement from international competition. Sam, who started paddling for Ireland when he was 16 featured in every team since 2010 making him one of the most consistent performers on the Irish team. He leaves the sport on a high [...]
Our clubs and members are at the heart of what we do, with this in mind we are inviting our members to have your voices heard and share your opinions and feedback with us. This information will be used to help us ensure we are doing as much as we possibly can to enhance [...]
