The 65th Liffey Descent brought the paddling community together for another memorable chapter in the history of Ireland’s most iconic paddle race. With six and a half decades of tradition behind it, the Liffey Descent remains a unique test of skill and endurance, combining exciting racing with the character and scenery of the River [...]
The Sanctuary Paddlers programme has continued to grow in 2026, with seven Canoeing Ireland clubs now taking part across the country. Sanctuary Paddlers was developed through Canoeing Ireland’s collaboration with Sanctuary Runners, using the power of sport to bring people together, build friendships and create stronger, more connected communities. Since its launch, the programme [...]
Preparations are progressing well for the 65th Liffey Descent, which will take place on Saturday 19th September 2026, marking another edition of this iconic event. Canoeing Ireland continues to monitor recent weather and river conditions and is liaising closely with the ESB regarding the race conditions. Work is also continuing across the wider race [...]
Join us at Petersburg Outdoor Education and Training Centre (OETC) in Galway for two days of learning, collaboration and knowledge-sharing with fellow instructors and coaches from across the paddle sports community. The Symposium provides an opportunity to exchange ideas, connect with peers and learn from some of Ireland’s most experienced instructors and coaches. Across [...]
Paddling gives us the opportunity to connect with some of Ireland’s most valuable natural environments, but it also comes with a responsibility to protect the places we enjoy. Canoeing Ireland has revamped its Environment section, bringing together practical advice and a wide range of resources to help paddlers, clubs, coaches and instructors make more [...]
Canoeing Ireland has taken part in its first Erasmus+ Mobility of Sport Staff programme, Waves of Change: Advancing Inclusion & Sustainability in Paddlesports. Six representatives of Canoeing Ireland and the paddling community travelled to Denmark to learn from the Danish paddling community, exploring best practice in inclusion and environmental sustainability and how this learning can [...]
The Open Spectrum 2026 Paddlesport camp took place from the 10th-14th August and was again a huge success. The camp was delivered in partnership with Open Spectrum, a local support group in Southside Dublin that organises activities and events for children and young people on the autism spectrum. This years camp welcomed 16 paddlers out [...]
The Canoeing Ireland Awards return in 2026, bringing the paddlesports community together for an evening to celebrate the achievements, contributions and moments that have made the past year special. Taking place on Saturday 28th November at Lawlors Hotel, Naas, Co. Kildare, the Awards are an opportunity to come together, recognise the people behind the [...]
Canoeing Ireland is inviting affiliated clubs and committees to apply for Bridge the Gap: Paddle to Progress project funding, supporting women and girls to progress within their club or discipline. Projects can provide opportunities for female members to develop their skills, reconnect with paddling or progress along their instructor or coach pathway. Clubs are [...]
Canoeing Ireland is working closely with partners and stakeholders to ensure the 65th Liffey Descent takes place on Saturday 19 September 2026. The Liffey Descent is one of Ireland’s longest-running sporting events and holds a special place within the paddling community. This milestone year is an opportunity to bring that community together to celebrate 65 [...]
