Month: February 2026

2027 World Class Programme Qualification Policy

Paddle UK has now published its 2027 World Class Programme Qualification Policy, covering paracanoe, sprint and canoe slalom/kayak cross.

The policy has been written in conjunction with UK Sport as well as the British Elite Athletes Association.

It includes full details of the funding matrix to provide clarity on how performances will be assessed during the international season, and the process used to identify athletes across programmes who will qualify for the next 12 month period.

You can find the full policy HERE.

Canoe Sprint Junior & U23 IP Statement

The 2026 GBR Canoe Sprint & Paracanoe selection policies were published on the Paddle UK Website
on 17th December. Within the Junior & U23 Selection policy, the International Panel in section 8.3.1
of the published selection policy committed to providing more detail on the crew boat process and
coaching decision methodology which is now available

The information is available on the Paddle UK website which can be found here.