The pathway doesn’t stop at State Championships.
Now is your opportunity to race on the national stage, test yourself against Australia’s best and be part of the pinnacle events on the paddling calendar.
The 2026 Paddle Australia National Championships span multiple disciplines, world-class venues and premier racing environments—delivering the ultimate challenge for paddlers ready to step up.
National Championship Disciplines & Key Dates
Canoe Sprint National Championships
Champion Lakes, Western Australia
11–15 March 2026
Australia’s fastest flatwater paddlers converge for five days of elite sprint racing.
Canoe Polo National Championships
Mawson Lakes, SA
3–5 April 2026
Speed, precision and teamwork on display in Australia’s premier canoe polo showdown.
Stand Up Paddle (SUP) National Championships
Canberra, ACT
9–11 April 2026
Sprint, technical and distance SUP racing combined into one high-energy national showdown.
Canoe Marathon National Championships
Canberra, ACT (Molonglo Reach)
10–13 April 2026
Endurance, racecraft and resilience tested over marathon distances in the nation’s capital.
Canoe Ocean Racing National Championships
Wynyard Yacht Club, in conjunction with Burnie Surf Club
17–19 April 2026
The event places Tasmania’s growing ocean racing community at the centre of the national spotlight and delivers a full festival-style racing experience.
Why Race at the National Championships?
- Compete against the best paddlers from across Australia
- Test yourself in elite, discipline-specific championship environments
- Represent your club and state on the national stage
- Build results that contribute to selection, recognition and pathway progression
- Experience professionally delivered events in iconic Australian locations
Ready to Take the Next Step?
- Explore events and entry details via the Paddle Australia JustGo system
- Check discipline eligibility and selection requirements
- Lock in your calendar, plan your travel and start the build-up
Train hard. Race smart. Represent with pride.
We’ll see you on the start line at the 2026 Paddle Australia National Championships.