Welcome all to the most tactical event on the SUPWA calendar, where a smart race plan can prove more valuable than being the fastest paddler or riding the fastest board. The Bridge to Bank is an exciting mixed teams race for paddlers of all levels. Paddlers are to register in a male/female team, each completing a section of the race. Teams will decide on there strongest paddler to complete the first leg from the Narrows Bridge 8km’s down river to the Point Walter Spit where they will tag their partner. The second member will then paddle the final 3km leg finishing at the home of SUP in WA, The Swan Yacht Club. The scientifically developed handicap system allows teams to ride boards ranging from short surf SUP’s all the way to unlimited race boards, an advantage being given to those game enough to paddle shorter boards. The only division available for registration is the mixed division which covers both genders and all board lengths. On the morning of the race, each team must register their board length with race officials. A fun afternoon will follow the race at the Swan Yacht Club, hopefully you can all stay around for a drink, some light hearted awards and maybe a bite to eat. COURSE DIRECTION. Currently the course is set for a start at the Narrows bridgeand finishing at the Swan Yacht Club. However, if conditions on the day are looking unfavorable, we have the ability to switch the race direction. A decision will be made closer to the date when a weather forecast is available and all competitors will be informed of necessary information in the days leading up to the event via email and SUPWA social media.   REGISTRATION. On-line registrations close at 7.00pm Thursday 15th September. We will be unable to take entries on the day of the event.   SIGN IN Sign in will open at 9.00am at Swan Yacht Club Riverside Rd, Preston Point, E Fremantle. The sign in point will be near the SUPWA shed. You will be supplied with your race number at this point. Please be early so that we can process all competitors before the briefing.   RUNNING TIME 0900:  Registration at The Swan Yacht Club 0930:  Race briefing 1030: Race start from The Narrows 1115 – 1200: Racers arrive at Point Walter 1200:  Cut off for paddlers arriving at Point Walter 1200-1300: Paddlers finish race at SYC   SAFETY All competitors are required to wear a legrope/leash whilst competing in this event. Life jackets and PFD's are not compulsory but can be worn if so desired by the competitor. There will be a rescue boat in attendance during the event.   LOGISTICS  Please organise with your paddling partner your transport logistics. Remember you will be changing paddlers at Point Walter Bank and the race will be finishing at the Swan Yacht Club. Make sure you're at the finish to cheer your teammate over the line.   PRESENTATIONS Presentations will be held at Swan Yacht Club in the outdoors alfresco area at approximately 1PM.  Free finger food will be available for competitors with meals and drinks also available from the club at great prices.   CONTACT Contact Wesley Fry on Facebook or 0452561147 if you have any questions regarding this event.   If you have requested a partner but have not yet received an email with their contact details, we will be in contact with you as soon as we have someone available. If we are unable to match all paddlers to a partner, don't worry you will still be able to compete and there will be prizes available for this division. So make sure you still come along. Action Sports WA and SUPWA look forward to seeing you on the water for what is bound to be a great event.

It's officially Springtime! Saturday morning, September 3rd, let's burn some calories & have some fun for the September SUPWA Paddle Loop.  See you at Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant. Registration between 7am & 7.20 for a 7.30 start, be there early to get your number. Come down to Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $3 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop - 4.2km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop - 2.2km (below 15mins is a good time for a strong paddler) All board lengths and types are welcome - It isn't a race, but about having fun. Nominate a time that you think you will achieve - next PaddleLoop try and beat that time. The trick is to paddle consistently at a speed you feel comfortable with - which is entirely up to you! The winner is the person closest to their nominated time.  The winners receives a great SUPWA T'shirt for those closest to their time - also the top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive Pod Points for their Pod. It's a fun opportunity to get involved with the very friendly SUPWA community and try or develop your SUP paddling. Get some tips, have some fun or have a goal for fitness. Open to all levels and all ages. (kids under 10 should be accompanied by an adult around the course).    

THE SUPWA ANNUAL DINNER CELEBRATION THE 2015-16 ANNUAL DINNER IS ABOUT CELEBRATING SUPWA THE ASSOCIATION AND OUR MEMBERS ACHIEVEMENTS JOIN US TO RECOGNISE OUR CHAMPIONS, OUR STATE TEAM AND THE PEOPLE THAT MAKE SUPWA SUCH A GREAT ASSOCIATION. WE WILL ALSO ACKNOWLDGE OUR PAST PRESIDENT GREG KERR - THE NIGHT WILL FEATURE RECOGNITION OF GREG'S  WORK IN STARTING SUPWA. COCKTAIL FOOD & OPEN MIC ENTERTAINMENT Tickets $27.50 PER ADULT

Fun event open to solo, duo and three person teams. http://wa.canoe.org.au/paddlesports/competitive/cwa-events/avon-challenge/#1465958625691-5f0021ce-a7b8

Saturday morning, August 6, let's burn some calories & have some fun for the August SUPWA Paddle Loop.  See you at Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant. Registration between 7am & 7.20 for a 7.30 start, be there early to get your number. Come down to Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $3 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop - 4.2km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop - 2.2km (below 15mins is a good time for a strong paddler) All board lengths and types are welcome - It isn't a race, but about having fun. Nominate a time that you think you will achieve - next PaddleLoop try and beat that time. The trick is to paddle consistently at a speed you feel comfortable with - which is entirely up to you! The winner is the person closest to their nominated time.  The winners receives a great SUPWA T'shirt for those closest to their time - also the top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive Pod Points for their Pod. It's a fun opportunity to get involved with the very friendly SUPWA community and try or develop your SUP paddling. Get some tips, have some fun or have a goal for fitness. Open to all levels and all ages. (kids under 10 should be accompanied by an adult around the course).    

Saturday morning July 2nd, it's our Annual Christmas in July SUPWA Paddle Loop.  Burn some calories & have fun. Spot prizes for best Christmas attire, decorate your board & you :-) It's your festive race & pace, choose on any sup board! See you at Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant. Registration between 7am & 7.20 for a 7.30 start, be there early to get your number. Come down to Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $3 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop - 4.2km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop - 2.2km (below 15mins is a good time for a strong paddler) All board lengths and types are welcome - It isn't a race, but about having fun. Nominate a time that you think you will achieve - next PaddleLoop try and beat that time. The trick is to paddle consistently at a speed you feel comfortable with - which is entirely up to you! The winner is the person closest to their nominated time.  The winners receives a great SUPWA T'shirt for those closest to their time - also the top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive Pod Points for their Pod. It's a fun opportunity to get involved with the very friendly SUPWA community and try or develop your SUP paddling. Get some tips, have some fun or have a goal for fitness. Open to all levels and all ages. (kids under 10 should be accompanied by an adult around the course).    

The Aloha Spirit Award is a special award to the person the SUP community feels represents the values of SUP in WA. Duke Kahanamoku was a Hawiian legend credited with spreading surfing around the world. He was also a 5 times Olympic medalist, but more so, was regarded as the embodiment of "Aloha Spirit" - acceptence and kindness, working to grow our sport without personal gain. The award is voted upon by you the SUPWA members and can go to any SUPWA member. The award will be presented at the Annual Dinner. Voting will close on Wednesday the 24th of August 2016. To vote click on "Buy Tickets" on the right hand of this page and follow prompts to "purchase one ticket". You will then come a page with a text box labled "Aloha Award Recipient" - enter the name of the SUPWA member there. It is FREE to nominate, no transaction will take place.

  STAND UP UP SURF SHOP STATE SUP TITLES ROUND # 3 - MANDURAH Stand Up Paddleboarding has a large and passionate following in WA. The general promotion of the sports over time combined with a solid and well organised state and club structure, has contributed to the consistent increases in its popularity and strong competition numbers.   Travelling to some of the best longboard locations in the state including Rottnest, Denmark and Mandurah the Stand Up Surf Shop SUP Titles are back bigger and better than ever in 2016.   With Geraldton (WA) confirmed as the 2016 SUP National Titles location, expect the 2016 WA SUP Titles to be stacked with WA talent.   Surfing WA has had to manage our divisions to ensure we can complete our events in a timely manner so get your entries in early to avoid disappointment. Conditions All competitors must be current 2016 Surfing WA members to be eligible to compete. 'Under Age' Divisions - Competitors must be under the age specified as of 31st December 2016. 'Over Age' Divisions - Competitors must be of age as of 1st January 2016. No refunds will be given within 48 hours of competition starting. All competitors must ensure their boards meet the competitive standards outlined in the 2016 Surfing Australia rulebook. SUP competitors can compete in MULTIPLE divisions at State Titles & TWO division at National Titles. Division Price Over 50 Men SUP $60.00 Over 40 Men SUP $60.00 Open Women SUP $60.00 Open Men SUP $60.00 This event requires a current state membership. Click here to register ~ https://www.surfingaustralia.com/states/wa/events/stand-up-surf-shop-wa-sup-titles-rnd-number-3

Saturday morning June 4th, burn some calories & have fun with the SUPWA Paddle Loop.  It's your race, go any pace you choose on any sup board! See you at Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant. Registration between 7am & 7.20 for a 7.30 start, be there early to get your number. Come down to Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $3 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop - 4.2km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop - 2.2km (below 15mins is a good time for a strong paddler) All board lengths and types are welcome - It isn't a race, but about having fun. Nominate a time that you think you will achieve - next PaddleLoop try and beat that time. The trick is to paddle consistently at a speed you feel comfortable with - which is entirely up to you! The winner is the person closest to their nominated time.  The winners receives a great SUPWA T'shirt for those closest to their time - also the top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive Pod Points for their Pod. It's a fun opportunity to get involved with the very friendly SUPWA community and try or develop your SUP paddling. Get some tips, have some fun or have a goal for fitness. Open to all levels and all ages. (kids under 10 should be accompanied by an adult around the course).    

Paddle Challenge 15th May registration link - http://wa.canoe.org.au/2016/04/11/2016-be-active-paddle-challenge/ Entries close 12th of May

  The Stand Up Surf Shop Rottnest Classic will return to Strickland Bay, Rottnest Island in May. Forming part of the Rottnest Surf Festival, this event will offer WA's richest SUP surfing prize pool whilst showcasing one of WA's most uniqe surf locations. This Open Men's and Open Women's event will run along side the first event of the WA SUP State Titles over a three day window - May 6th, 7th & 8th! More info as it happens here. Get your entries in now to avoid disappointment. Conditions 'Under Age' Divisions - Competitors must be under the age specified as of 31st December 2016. 'Over Age' Divisions - Competitors must be of age as of 1st January 2016. No refunds will be given within 48 hours of competition starting. All competitors must ensure their boards meet the competitive standards outlined in the 2016 Surfing Australia rulebook. Division Price Pro Womens SUP $150.00 Pro Mens SUP $150.00 Click here to register ~ https://www.surfingaustralia.com/states/wa/events/stand-up-surf-shop-rottnest-sup-classic