The annual SUPWA Wedge Island Shaka comp is on again. The most fun SUP surfing comp ever sponsored once again by the Stand Up Surf Shop North Fremantle. It will be on the weekend of April 20 or April 21. We will decide which day a week out, choosing the best conditions. It will run over just the one day either Saturday or Sunday. The decision will be posted on the SUPWA Facebook page as will the exact location at Wedge. The location is 4WD only and no dogs allowed.   Traditionally this has been a SUP longboard event but like last year any length boards are allowed (but longboards are encouraged) with judges scoring equally for longboard manourves as for shortboard ones. The format is that everyone surfs twice no knockout heats. The divisions are male, female, juniors and rookie division. The event will also include a Tech Race which will have a Rookie Division. Surfing and racing included in entry price. Can do either event or both. Entry is $50 for SUPWA members and $75 for Non-SUPWA Members (includes Day-only SUPWA Membership). Entry price includes event a much covetted SHAKA 2024 T-Shirt.  Event Organiser - SUPWA Committee  

Registration 0845 for a no later than 0900hr start. Come down to Ascot Kayak Club, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $10 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop(2xlaps) - 4km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop(1xlap) - 2km (below 15mins is a good time for a strong paddler) 3. Starers Loop(Half short loop)- 1km (Below 7minutes 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 Paddle Loop 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 top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive ultimate legendary SUP paddler status + prizes. It's a fun opportunity to get involved with the very friendly SUP community and try develop your SUP paddling skills. Get some tips, have some fun or have a goal for fitness. Open to all levels and all ages. (Kids under 13 must be accompanied/chaperoned by an adult around the course). Please arrive 0845 for sign on and safety briefing. Leg/waist leash mandatory. NO LEASH, NO PADDLE. See you for a fun morning, the best way to kick start your Sunday morning. By enrolling/participating in this event you agree to the following waiver release and indemnification  1. I waive all claims that I may have against the SUPWA Inc, its officers, directors, members, volunteers, employees, agents and sponsors, or its executors, administrators heirs, successors or assigns(\""the orgainisers\""), and release them from all claims.   2. I agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the orgainsers against damage arising out of my participation in the events and its related activities.   3. I agree to comply with all the rules, regulations and instructions of the orgainsers.   4. I agree and acknowledge that any existing or prior medical condition will not affect my participation in entering a SUPWA event.   5. I hereby permit the free use of my name and picture in any broadcasts, telecasts and the press including website as they pertain to the SUPWA their events and activities.   6. I agree to have my personal details recorded and used by the SUPWA and related parties for further communications of future related events. 

Registration 0845 for a no later than 0900hr start. Come down to Ascot Kayak Club, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $10 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop(2xlaps) - 4km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop(1xlap) - 2km (below 15mins is a good time for a strong paddler) 3. Starers Loop(Half short loop)- 1km (Below 7minutes 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 Paddle Loop 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 top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive ultimate legendary SUP paddler status + prizes. It's a fun opportunity to get involved with the very friendly SUP community and try develop your SUP paddling skills. Get some tips, have some fun or have a goal for fitness. Open to all levels and all ages. (Kids under 13 must be accompanied/chaperoned by an adult around the course). Please arrive 0845 for sign on and safety briefing. Leg/waist leash mandatory. NO LEASH, NO PADDLE. See you for a fun morning, the best way to kick start your Sunday morning. By enrolling/participating in this event you agree to the following waiver release and indemnification  1. I waive all claims that I may have against the SUPWA Inc, its officers, directors, members, volunteers, employees, agents and sponsors, or its executors, administrators heirs, successors or assigns(\""the orgainisers\""), and release them from all claims.   2. I agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the orgainsers against damage arising out of my participation in the events and its related activities.   3. I agree to comply with all the rules, regulations and instructions of the orgainsers.   4. I agree and acknowledge that any existing or prior medical condition will not affect my participation in entering a SUPWA event.   5. I hereby permit the free use of my name and picture in any broadcasts, telecasts and the press including website as they pertain to the SUPWA their events and activities.   6. I agree to have my personal details recorded and used by the SUPWA and related parties for further communications of future related events. 

Registration 0845 for a no later than 0910hr start. Come down to Ascot Kayak Club, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $10 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop(2xlaps) - 4km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop(1xlap) - 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 Paddle Loop 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 top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive ultimate legendary SUP paddler status + prizes. 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 13 must be accompanied/chaperoned by an adult around the course). Please arrive 0845 for sign on and safety briefing. Leg/waist leash mandatory. NO LEASH, NO PADDLE. See you for a fun morning, the best way to kick start your Sunday morning. By enrolling/participating in this event you agree to the following waiver release and indemnification  1. I waive all claims that I may have against the SUPWA Inc, its officers, directors, members, volunteers, employees, agents and sponsors, or its executors, administrators heirs, successors or assigns(\""the orgainisers\""), and release them from all claims.   2. I agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the orgainsers against damage arising out of my participation in the events and its related activities.   3. I agree to comply with all the rules, regulations and instructions of the orgainsers.   4. I agree and acknowledge that any existing or prior medical condition will not affect my participation in entering a SUPWA event.   5. I hereby permit the free use of my name and picture in any broadcasts, telecasts and the press including website as they pertain to the SUPWA their events and activities.   6. I agree to have my personal details recorded and used by the SUPWA and related parties for further communications of future related events. 

Registration 0845 for a no later than 0910hr start. Come down to Ascot Kayak Club, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $10 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop(2xlaps) - 4km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop(1xlap) - 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 Paddle Loop 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 top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive ultimate legendary SUP paddler status + prizes. 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 13 must be accompanied/chaperoned by an adult around the course). Please arrive 0845 for sign on and safety briefing. Leg/waist leash mandatory. NO LEASH, NO PADDLE. See you for a fun morning, the best way to kick start your Sunday morning. By enrolling/participating in this event you agree to the following waiver release and indemnification  1. I waive all claims that I may have against the SUPWA Inc, its officers, directors, members, volunteers, employees, agents and sponsors, or its executors, administrators heirs, successors or assigns(\""the orgainisers\""), and release them from all claims.   2. I agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the orgainsers against damage arising out of my participation in the events and its related activities.   3. I agree to comply with all the rules, regulations and instructions of the orgainsers.   4. I agree and acknowledge that any existing or prior medical condition will not affect my participation in entering a SUPWA event.   5. I hereby permit the free use of my name and picture in any broadcasts, telecasts and the press including website as they pertain to the SUPWA their events and activities.   6. I agree to have my personal details recorded and used by the SUPWA and related parties for further communications of future related events. 

Registration 0845 for a no later than 0910hr start. Come down to Ascot Kayak Club, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $10 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop(2xlaps) - 4km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop(1xlap) - 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 Paddle Loop 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 top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive ultimate legendary SUP paddler status + prizes. 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 13 must be accompanied/chaperoned by an adult around the course). Please arrive 0845 for sign on and safety briefing. Leg/waist leash mandatory. NO LEASH, NO PADDLE. See you for a fun morning, the best way to kick start your Sunday morning. By enrolling/participating in this event you agree to the following waiver release and indemnification  1. I waive all claims that I may have against the SUPWA Inc, its officers, directors, members, volunteers, employees, agents and sponsors, or its executors, administrators heirs, successors or assigns(\""the orgainisers\""), and release them from all claims.   2. I agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the orgainsers against damage arising out of my participation in the events and its related activities.   3. I agree to comply with all the rules, regulations and instructions of the orgainsers.   4. I agree and acknowledge that any existing or prior medical condition will not affect my participation in entering a SUPWA event.   5. I hereby permit the free use of my name and picture in any broadcasts, telecasts and the press including website as they pertain to the SUPWA their events and activities.   6. I agree to have my personal details recorded and used by the SUPWA and related parties for further communications of future related events. 

The annual Shaka comp brought to you by the North Fremantle Stand Up Surf Shop and Perth Stand Up Paddle School is on again. The most fun SUP surfing comp ever. It will be on the weekend of May 6 or May 7. We will decide which day a week out, choosing the best conditions. It will run over just the one day either Saturday or Sunday. The decision will be posted on the SUPWA Facebook page as will the exact location at Wedge. The location is 4WD only and no dogs allowed.   Traditionally this has been a SUP longboard event but this year any length boards are allowed (but longboards are encouraged) with judges scoring equally for longboard manourves as for shortboard ones. The format is that everyone surfs twice no knockout heats. The divisions are male, female, juniors and rookie division. The event will also include a Tech Race which will also have a rookie division. Surfing and racing included in entry price. Participants must be a member of SUPWA and entry price includes event T-Shirt. Event Organiser - Crawford Olney (crawfordolney@gmail.com)  

Registration 0845 for a no later than 0910hr start. Come down to Ascot Kayak Club, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $10 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop(2xlaps) - 4km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop(1xlap) - 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 Paddle Loop 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 top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive ultimate legendary SUP paddler status + prizes. 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 13 must be accompanied/chaperoned by an adult around the course). Please arrive 0845 for sign on and safety briefing. Leg/waist leash mandatory. NO LEASH, NO PADDLE. See you for a fun morning, the best way to kick start your Sunday morning. By enrolling/participating in this event you agree to the following waiver release and indemnification  1. I waive all claims that I may have against the SUPWA Inc, its officers, directors, members, volunteers, employees, agents and sponsors, or its executors, administrators heirs, successors or assigns(\""the orgainisers\""), and release them from all claims.   2. I agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the orgainsers against damage arising out of my participation in the events and its related activities.   3. I agree to comply with all the rules, regulations and instructions of the orgainsers.   4. I agree and acknowledge that any existing or prior medical condition will not affect my participation in entering a SUPWA event.   5. I hereby permit the free use of my name and picture in any broadcasts, telecasts and the press including website as they pertain to the SUPWA their events and activities.   6. I agree to have my personal details recorded and used by the SUPWA and related parties for further communications of future related events. "      

Registration 0845 for a no later than 0915hr start. Come down to Ascot Kayak Club, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $10 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop(2xlaps) - 4km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop(1xlap) - 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 Paddle Loop 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 top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive ultimate legendary SUP paddler status + prizes. 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 13 must be accompanied/chaperoned by an adult around the course). Please arrive 0845 for sign on and safety briefing. Leg/waist leash mandatory. NO LEASH, NO PADDLE. See you for a fun morning, the best way to kick start your Sunday morning. By enrolling/participating in this event you agree to the following waiver release and indemnification  1. I waive all claims that I may have against the SUPWA Inc, its officers, directors, members, volunteers, employees, agents and sponsors, or its executors, administrators heirs, successors or assigns(\""the orgainisers\""), and release them from all claims.   2. I agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the orgainsers against damage arising out of my participation in the events and its related activities.   3. I agree to comply with all the rules, regulations and instructions of the orgainsers.   4. I agree and acknowledge that any existing or prior medical condition will not affect my participation in entering a SUPWA event.   5. I hereby permit the free use of my name and picture in any broadcasts, telecasts and the press including website as they pertain to the SUPWA their events and activities.   6. I agree to have my personal details recorded and used by the SUPWA and related parties for further communications of future related events. "      

FEB PADDLE LOOP- ARE YOU READY!!? Registration 0845 for a 0915hr start. Come down to Ascot Kayak Club, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $5 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop(2xlaps) - 4km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop(1xlap) - 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 Paddle Loop 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 top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive ultimate legendary SUP paddler status + prizes. 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 13 must be accompanied/chaperoned by an adult around the course). Please arrive 0845 for sign on and safety briefing. Leg/waist leash mandatory. NO LEASH, NO PADDLE. See you for a fun morning, the best way to kick start your Sunday morning. By enrolling/participating in this event you agree to the following waiver release and indemnification  1. I waive all claims that I may have against the SUPWA Inc, its officers, directors, members, volunteers, employees, agents and sponsors, or its executors, administrators heirs, successors or assigns(\""the orgainisers\""), and release them from all claims.   2. I agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the orgainsers against damage arising out of my participation in the events and its related activities.   3. I agree to comply with all the rules, regulations and instructions of the orgainsers.   4. I agree and acknowledge that any existing or prior medical condition will not affect my participation in entering a SUPWA event.   5. I hereby permit the free use of my name and picture in any broadcasts, telecasts and the press including website as they pertain to the SUPWA their events and activities.   6. I agree to have my personal details recorded and used by the SUPWA and related parties for further communications of future related events. "                                                     

DECEMBER PADDLE LOOP- ARE YOU READY!!? Registration 0845 for a 0915hr start. Come down to Ascot Kayak Club, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $5 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop(2xlaps) - 4km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop(1xlap) - 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 Paddle Loop 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 top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive ultimate legendary SUP paddler status + prizes. 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 13 must be accompanied/chaperoned by an adult around the course). Please arrive 0845 for sign on and safety briefing. Leg/waist leash mandatory. NO LEASH, NO PADDLE. Get your best christmas outfits out of storage and beddazle those boards, prizes for best dressed and decorated craft!!! See you for a fun morning, the best way to kick start your Sunday morning. By enrolling/participating in this event you agree to the following waiver release and indemnification  1. I waive all claims that I may have against the SUPWA Inc, its officers, directors, members, volunteers, employees, agents and sponsors, or its executors, administrators heirs, successors or assigns(\""the orgainisers\""), and release them from all claims.   2. I agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the orgainsers against damage arising out of my participation in the events and its related activities.   3. I agree to comply with all the rules, regulations and instructions of the orgainsers.   4. I agree and acknowledge that any existing or prior medical condition will not affect my participation in entering a SUPWA event.   5. I hereby permit the free use of my name and picture in any broadcasts, telecasts and the press including website as they pertain to the SUPWA their events and activities.   6. I agree to have my personal details recorded and used by the SUPWA and related parties for further communications of future related events. "                                                         

The annual Shaka comp brought to you by the North Fremantle Stand Up Surf Shop is on again. The most fun SUP surfing comp ever. It will be on the weekend of 30 April or May 1. We will decide which day a week out, choosing the best conditions. It will run over just the one day either Saturday or Sunday. The decision will be posted on the SUPWA Facebook page as will the exact location at Wedge. The location is 4WD only and no dogs allowed.   Traditionally this has been a SUP longboard event but this year any length boards are allowed (but longboards are encouraged) with judges scoring equally for longboard manourves as for shortboard ones. The format is that everyone surfs twice no knockout heats. The divisions are male, female, juniors and rookie division. The event will also include a Tech Race which will also have a rookie division. Surfing and racing included in entry price. Participants must be a member of SUPWA and entry price includes event T-Shirt. Event Organiser - Crawford Olney (crawfordolney@gmail.com)