SUPWA Presents The Michael Booth Paddling Clinic - as part of the SUPer Clinic Series   Micahel is unavailable for the clinic due to a scheduling conflict with the ISA World Champs (which were only just moved). All participants will receieve a refund. Apologies for this folks - beyond our control,   Michael Booth is a stand up paddler from the east coast of Australia with a background in many sports. After competing at an elite level in Surf Life Saving, Kayaking and Ocean Ski in 2016 he has turned his major focus to sup. With an extensive knowledge in paddlesports and an ability to adapt his skills he has successfully burst onto the SUP scene in 2016. In doing so this year he has won events in Australia including 12 Towers, Forster Island Paddle, Noosa Surfing Festival, Qld SUP titles and overseas Lost Mills - Germany, Sainte Maxime - France, the SUP CUP - Croatia, Battle of the Bay - San Fransisco, The Chigaski SUP Cup - Japan & The Kalamalka Classic - Canada.    With Michaels extensive knowledge in paddling in many different sports he is offering to teach his secrets and help you become a better paddler. His goal is to help you to become a more efficient and effective paddler which will ultimately help you have more fun!    This is an opportunity to learn from the 2016 World Champion from the Pacific Paddle Games. Spots are limited for the 1.5 hour clinic so book early to avoid disappointment.    Michael is a Starboard Team rider and the full 2019 Race board range will be on hand to try out during the clinic.

SUPWA Presents The James Casey Downdwind Clinic   James Casey is an Australian International SUP paddlers based on the East Coast. James has competed in Downwind events all over the globe and is highly experienced in this particular discipline. He has won the Maui2Molokai and come 3rd in the M2O regarded by many as the Downwind World Championship. Additionally James was the first Australian to compete in the Poi Bowl Foil race in Hawaii.   Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best Downwind paddlers in the world. Places limited to 10, so get in early.   Meet at Sand Tracks Beach in North Fremantle before 1530, so the clinic can start on time. James will be assisted by Dale Chapman and Stimo - the first part of the session will involve in/out inside the shleter of the groyne. After that James will lead the clinic down the coast to Cottesloe.   The SUP truck (Included in the clinic), will meet you at Cottesloe to drive your board back to your car at the start.

Event details and entry here: https://oceanpaddler.com/events/the-doctor/ The results from this race may be considered for State Selection for the 2019 Nationals.

Details: https://www.sunsetsurfskiseries.com/ The results from this race, maybe considered as part of the State Team Selection Series and results carry weight toward the SUPWA State Downwind Champion - Still to be confirmed.

Details: https://www.sunsetsurfskiseries.com/ The results from this race, maybe considered as part of the State Team Selection Series and results carry weight toward the SUPWA State Downwind Champion - Still to be confirmed.

Follow the State Team as they race and compete across Technical, Marathon and Surfing in Queensland.  

Slalom;  ‘to move or race in a winding path, avoiding obstacle WE want YOU! Open to ALL paddlers.  Novices to Elite, and everything in between. In teams of two – Prizes for the best team name. The course will consist of a sprint start and finish and some buoy turns in between! Two laps each with your partner of a safe and spectator friendly course.  Starting and finishing at the Swan Yacht Club in East Fremantle.  No medals or trophies but, loads of goodies up for grabs!! 9am start Registration from 8am $20 per team Fun filled morning for the whole family.  Get amongst it! If you have any questions call Nicki 0430 441 600 You can use the same board for both paddlers, and if you don't have a partner contact Nicki (0430 441 600)  

PLEASE NOTE: ALL SPOTS ARE NOW FILLED   Transport your 14’ or Unlimited SUP Boards and participate in the WA's Downwinder Week.  SUPWA is organising transport from Queensland, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide.  The estimated dates of departure are: 17th November for Queensland, 18th November for Sydney, 19th November for Melbourne and Adelaide.  The boards are estimated to arrive in Perth on the 22nd November.   Please email Gordon Stimson for more information - president@supwa.com.au   Purchase your ticket to confirm your spot - Full Payment required.

The STARBOARD SUP Australia Flatwater 20 Marathon Extravaganza   The 2018 Flatwater 20 Marathon Event is held in the beautiful upper reaches of the Swan River, Belmont Waters at the Ascot Kayak Club.   The Flatwater 20 is formatted to allow paddlers of all ages and abilities to participate and witness the incredible endurance and abilities of Western Australia’s elite SUP race paddlers, as they compete for state titles and prepare to take on the world’s best in the upcoming Doctor and world renowned King of the Cut events.   The FW20 Teams and PaddleLoop format;   Team Option: This year you can set your team up anyway you like! The only condition is that you need to do 3 laps of the 5.5km loop (16.5km) as well as come up with the best team name!   Paddle Loop Option: Individuals can participate and complete ‘one’ 3.5 km Paddle Loop lap – you simply nominate your expected time and the winner is the person closest to their nominated time.   So you can "Race it or Cruise it!".   SUPER LAP - Solo Competitors Only   This year SUPWA will continue with the ‘Super Lap’ concept, within the multi- 4 lap course. The 4 laps consisting of (3 x 5.5km laps) and (1 x 3.5km lap); each individual ‘Marathon’ paddler gets to take a short lap on one lap of their choice. This concept allows a competitor to break away from a train and make the race even more tactical.     The U/17 is a 9 km marathon distance, consisting of 1 x 5.5km lap and 1 x 3.5km lap.   Don’t miss the first event on SUPWA’s Racing Calendar!   AWARDS 20 Km State Title (14' Board Class Only) Open Elite - Men Open Elite - Female Under 17 Male & Female 9km Under 40 Male & Female Over 40 Male & Female Over 50 Male   State Championship medals and trophies will be awarded to Solo categories. Open Elite Category will be first 3 paddlers across the line in female and male regardless of age group.     Team Event 16.5km – 3 legs (12.6 & 14ft Board Length Only) Awards will be issued for following categories: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Teams The Team that nominated closest to their time!   Teams are to select a captain who is to contact the team events manager for event rules. Can all use the same board or 3 separate boards?   Paddlers that don't have full team can contact the teams Event Manager (Sue Collins –sueandchallis@iinet.net.au) to get organised into one.   Individual - Paddle Loop 3.5km (any board length greater than 10') Individuals to nominate their time and awards issued to those who complete the course closest to their time.   Registration - 0730  Race briefing - 0830 Race Start - 0900 Presentations immediately after the final competitor finishes.

Winners of the 2018 SUPWA Mega-Raffle   Congratulations to: 1st Prize - Ticket No. 0882 Geoff Bryant 2nd Prize - Online Ticket No. 00000055 Daniel Juengling 3rd Prize - Ticket No. 0740 Ashle from South Perth SUPWA will be in contact regarding your prizes soon.   Thank you all for supporting the WA SUP team heading to Nationals, and a BIG thank you to our sponsor STAND UP SURF SHOP Freo.     The 2018 SUPWA Mega-Raffle Win a $1,000 instore voucher from Stand Up Surf Shop 2nd Prize - Starboard Lima Paddle 3rd Prize - SUP accessories to the value of $300. All kindly donated by Stand Up Surf Shop   Proceeds will help support the Western Australian State SUP Team competing at the SUP National Titles in Queensland in November 2018. Raffle draw at SUPWA HQ at Swan Yacht Club, 7pm 13/10/18 Winners Name published on the SUPWA Website 15th of October   Permit Holder - Mr Steven McCullough 0419 934 144 - Permit Number - LS211803218    

Canoeing WA would like to invite your club to enter this years Classic Paddle. https://www.paddlewa.asn.au/sunsmart-avon-challenge/  

YOB Australia are proud sponsors for the - SUP SURFING & BOP event WHERE & WHEN: Sunset Beach 8-9th September 2018.  Including a social paddle on the Friday 7th September late afternoon. Briefing Saturday; 7:30am for 8am start. Divisions: Open Men Open Women Over 40's Men Over 50's Men Juniors (under 18) Foil Muster (a fun little foiling event) BOP Race/Event will be consider for State Selection. Entry is $55.00 for Non Members $40.00 for SUPWA Members $30.00 for Juniors Entry includes an event shirt, please nominate your estimated size. Entries close Wednesday 5th September, however it maybe possible to enter on the day, cost entry on day $55 and no garrentee of event shirt please check   with Event Manager Gordon Stimson If you have any queries, please Gordon Stimson - M: 0418 954 488