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WA Young Guns Making Waves
WA athletes stand tall at 2026 Slalom Age Nationals despite fires and limited whitewater access Western Australia’s Canoe Slalom athletes delivered standout performances at the 2026 Paddle Australia Canoe Slalom Age National Championships in Eildon, Victoria, held from 8–11 January 2026. The championships were dramatically cut short due to the Victorian bushfires, with only one…
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What happens in WASP Squad?
2025/2026 WA Sprint Pathways Squad (WASPS) Paddle WA is proud of the work the 2025/2026 WA Sprint Pathways Squad (WASPS) group are undertaking. The WASPS program is the state sprint kayak performance development pathway for athletes at an intermediate to elite level of performance, often between club level and WAIS level. Athletes selected for the…
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Paddle UP! 3 week intro to Paddle Squad. Saturday mornings during March
It’s time to Paddle Up!, Learn to paddle, make friends and have fun adventures. Join us for Paddle UP! a three-week introduction to paddling course for kids 8 – 15 Saturdays 8.30am – 10.00am on the Maylands foreshore. Paddle UP! is the perfect way to kickstart your child’s journey into the exciting world of paddling,…
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Enclosed Sea Guide – Kayak
A three-day instruction and assessment course for the Paddle Australia (PA) Enclosed Sea Guide – Kayak Award For paddlers working in the industry and teachers who hold a current FlatwaterGuide – Kayak qualification or equivalent or proven extensive practical experiencein guiding school trips. Participants provide their own suitable craft, paddle, life jacket and spray deck.…
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Paddle UP! 3-week Intro to Paddle Squad Friday afternoons during March
It’s time to Paddle Up!, Learn to paddle, make friends and have fun adventures. Join us for Paddle UP! a three-week introduction to paddling course for kids 8 – 15 Fridays 4.30pm – 6.00pm on the Maylands foreshore. Paddle UP! is the perfect way to kickstart your child’s journey into the exciting world of paddling,…
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Safeguarding 101 for Paddle WA Coaches, Officials, Volunteers and Staff
This free informative session will provide you with the opportunity to increase your understanding and knowledge about how sports can create and maintain a child safe environment, learn about the importance of having a reporting culture and a clear reporting process and ask questions about safeguarding. .
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Safeguarding 101 for Paddle WA Parents & Athletes
This free informative session will provide you with the opportunity to increase your understanding and knowledge about how sports can create and maintain a child safe environment, learn about the importance of having a reporting culture and a clear reporting process and ask questions about safeguarding. This session will be split into separate dedicated sessions…
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Nanga Challenge 2026
Challenging river paddling in moving water including a couple of small rapids, mountain biking and a cross-country run in picturesque Dwellingup. The Nanga Challenge is a multi-sport event with a focus on fun and challenge. It is about getting into the outdoors, challenging yourself while having a fantastic day out. The Nanga is a very…
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Slalom WA Series Race 5
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Slalom WA Series Race 4
Registrations are now open for Race 4 of the Slalom WA Series – Slalom WA’s State Championships event! Set-up and registrations are at 8:00 a.m. with the race commencing at 8:30 a.m. **The event will be held at Walyunga National Park, but depending on water levels, may change to Ascot Kayak Club. So, follow Slalom…
