Activity Details

The SUPER Festival includes both ICF races and wider festival races and activities. Anyone can enter either event but there are some key differences and things to be aware of.

ICF Entries

The ICF races will be run in line with the ICF SUP Competition rules with competitions taking place for juniors, open, over 40s and over 50s age categories.

Here are some key things to be aware of about the rules.

As per Chapter 3 of the rules, paddlers must compete using a hard board up to 14ft (these may be available to hire for the event)

As per 1.4 of the rules, age categories are determined by the age you are in the 2026 calendar year so:

• Juniors must be born after December 31, 2007, and before January 1, 2012
• Open entries must be born before 1st January 2012
• Over 40s must be born before 1st January 1987
• Over 50s must be born before 1st January 1977

Prize money is available for the Open categories.

An ICF entry can be made for any combination of sprint, technical and distance races with prices reflecting the number of events you enter.

Entry into the ICF events also gets you a goodie bag and entry to a competitor raffle to win prizes from our partners.

Festival Entries

The festival ticket includes access to sprint, technical and distance races that are run in a more informal manner and are open to anyone with a hard or inflatable board Ticket options are available for:

• Saturday – includes sprint and technical festival races
• Sunday – includes SUP 1,000 event and distance festival race
• Weekend – includes all festival races and SUP 1,000
• SUP 1,000 – access to the SUP 1,000 challenge only

These races will include categories for gender and age (Juniors, 18-39, 40-49, 50 -59, 60+) with the age taken from the first day of the event. Please note the minimum age to take part in the races is 12 for sprint and technical and 14 for distance.

Prizes will be available for each category within the festival races.

Activity Details

We have designed a dynamic sprint course that celebrates the local beach conditions promoting thrilling, high-intensity races. The sprints showcase explosive speed, skill and precision over a short, fast-paced course. Set against the stunning backdrop of Torquay, paddlers will battle head-to-head in knockout heats, racing to the finish line in dramatic, crowd-pleasing sprints. This is where technique meets power, every stroke counts and the margin for error is razor thin. Whether you’re racing or watching from the prom walls, the energy is electric and the atmosphere unforgettable. The Sprint race will cover between 100/150 metres (due to changes in tide height) and is a deep water start from pontoons to a finish on the dry sand.

Members of Paddle UK/Cymru/Scotland/Northern Ireland: 25% discount. Join Now.
Entry Ts&Cs here

ICF Races (Fri 26th)

• Categories: Open, Over 40s, Over 50s, Juniors
• At least 2 races per competitor across multiple rounds
• Boards: up to 14ft (hard boards only) – if you don’t have access to a suitable board, you may be able to hire one (contact [email protected] for more information) or alternatively you could enter the festival races detailed below.

Prizes

As well as medals being up for grabs in each age category, winners of the open men’s and women’ categories will also be competing for prize money of at least:

• Gold: €750
• Silver: €500
• Bronze: €250

What’s Included

• Athlete goodie bag
• Entry to competitor raffles

Pricing For ICF Events

You can enter any combination of the ICF events with the following pricing structure:

Members of Paddle UK/Cymru/Scotland/Northern Ireland: 25% discount. Join Now.
Please note entries will close at 23:59 on 21st June 2026
Entry Ts&Cs here

SUPER Festival Sprint (Sat 27th)

As part of the festival on Saturday 27th, there will be a series of sprint races for anyone not wanting to enter the ICF Races.

You can choose to enter these races with a 14ft hardboard, any hardboard under 14ft, any size inflatable board.

These races will include categories for gender and age (Juniors, 18-39, 40-49, 50 -59, 60+).

Entry Details

Entry is included as part of a Festival ticket which can either be purchased as a:

• Saturday ticket – also includes access to the technical festival races and a range of other fun activities across the day that are detailed below.
• Weekend ticket – includes everything from the Saturday along with access to the Paddle 1,000 and distance festival race on the Sunday

Members of Paddle UK/Cymru/Scotland/Northern Ireland: 25% discount. Join Now.
Please note entries will close at 23:59 on 21st June 2026
Entry Ts&Cs here

Activity Details

We have designed a dynamic Technical course that celebrates the local beach conditions promoting thrilling, high-intensity races. The Technical showcases explosive speed, skillful turns and race tactics. Set against the stunning backdrop of Torquay, paddlers will battle head-to-head, racing in front of the prom with every turn offering crowd-pleasing cheers. This is where technique meets power, every stroke counts and the margin for error is razor thin. Whether you’re racing or watching from the prom walls, the energy is electric and the atmosphere unforgettable. The Technical race will use a 1km lap with 8 turns with different races completing different numbers of laps.

Members of Paddle UK/Cymru/Scotland/Northern Ireland: 25% discount. Join Now.
Entry Ts&Cs here

ICF Races (Sat 27th)

• Categories: Open, Over 40s, Over 50s, Juniors
• At least 2 races per competitor across multiple rounds
• Boards: up to 14ft (hard boards only) – if you don’t have access to a suitable board, you may be able to hire one (contact [email protected] for more information) or alternatively you could enter the festival races detailed below.
• Safety: A PFD is required for all competitors

Prizes

As well as medals being up for grabs in each age category, winners of the open men’s and women’ categories will also be competing for prize money of at least:

• Gold: €750
• Silver: €500
• Bronze: €250

What’s Included

• Athlete goodie bag
• Entry to competitor raffles

Pricing For ICF Events

You can enter any combination of the ICF events with the following pricing structure:

Members of Paddle UK/Cymru/Scotland/Northern Ireland: 25% discount. Join Now.
Please note entries will close at 23:59 on 21st June 2026
Entry Ts&Cs here

SUPER Festival Technical Races (Sat 27th)

As part of the festival on Saturday 27th, there will be a series of technical races for anyone not wanting to enter the ICF Races.

You can choose to enter these races with a 14ft hardboard, any hardboard under 14ft, any size inflatable board. No leash is required but an inflatable buoyancy aid is compulsory. Any competitor without an inflatable will be given one to borrow.

These races will include categories for gender and age (Juniors, 18-39, 40-49, 50 -59, 60+).

Entry Details

Entry is included as part of a Festival ticket which can either be purchased as a:

• Saturday ticket – also includes access to the sprint festival races and a range of other fun activities across the day that are detailed below.
• Weekend ticket – includes everything from the Saturday along with access to the Paddle 1,000 and distance festival race on the Sunday

Members of Paddle UK/Cymru/Scotland/Northern Ireland: 25% discount. Join Now.
Please note entries will close at 23:59 on 21st June 2026
Entry Ts&Cs here

Activity Details

We have designed a stunning Distance course that celebrates the local coastline and beach conditions promoting thrilling racing that can be watched from multiple view points. The Distance showcases endurance, efficient technique and race tactics. Set against the stunning backdrop of Torquay and Paignton, paddlers will battle hard to reach the beach turn point next to Paignton Pier before heading back to Torquay. This is where technique and endurance will win the day. Whether you’re racing or watching from the prom walls, various headlands, SW coastal path, the energy is electric and the atmosphere unforgettable. The Distance race will cover a max 8 km.

Members of Paddle UK/Cymru/Scotland/Northern Ireland: 25% discount. Join Now.
Entry Ts&Cs here

ICF Races (Sun 28th)

• Categories: Open, Over 40s, Over 50s, Juniors
• Boards: up to 14ft (hard boards only) – if you don’t have access to a suitable board, you may be able to hire one (contact [email protected] for more information) or alternatively you could enter the festival races detailed below.
• Safety: A PFD and leash is required for all competitors

Prizes

As well as medals being up for grabs in each age category, winners of the open men’s and women’ categories will also be competing for prize money of at least:

• Gold: €750
• Silver: €500
• Bronze: €250

What’s Included

• Athlete goodie bag
• Entry to competitor raffles

Pricing For ICF Events

You can enter any combination of the ICF events with the following pricing structure:

Members of Paddle UK/Cymru/Scotland/Northern Ireland: 25% discount. Join Now.
Please note entries will close at 23:59 on 21st June 2026
Entry Ts&Cs here

SUPER Festival Distance Races (Sun 28th)

As part of the festival on Sunday 28th , there will be a distance race for anyone not wanting to enter the ICF Races, utilising a similar but shorter course (around 4km).

You can choose to enter these races with a 14ft hardboard, any hardboard under 14ft, any size inflatable board. A leash and buoyancy aid are required.

These races will include categories for gender and age (Juniors, 18-39, 40-49, 50 -59, 60+).

Entry (included in Sunday Festival ticket)

Entry is included as part of a Festival ticket which can either be purchased as a:

• Sunday ticket – also includes access to the Paddle 1,000 event and a range of other fun activities across the day that are detailed below.
• Weekend ticket – includes everything from the Sunday along with access to the sprint and technical festival races on Saturday

Members of Paddle UK/Cymru/Scotland/Northern Ireland: 25% discount. Join Now.
Please note entries will close at 23:59 on 21st June 2026
Entry Ts&Cs here

What does 1,000 paddleboards gliding across the water together look like? Even better, what will it feel like to be one of them?

On Sunday 28th June, the SUPER Festival is hosting SUP1000 at Torre Abbey Sands, Torquay- an unforgettable attempt to set a NEW World Record with 1,000 stand-up paddlers on the water at the same time.

This is more than just a record attempt. It’s a celebration of our SUP community and a powerful statement about water safety and drowning prevention. Every single paddler will become an ambassador for safe practice on the water, showcasing the right kit, a leash, and a buoyancy aid. Together, we’ll create a stunning, once-in-a-lifetime spectacle.

Entry

Entry can be standalone or as part of a festival ticket:

• SUP 1,000
• Sunday ticket – also includes access to the festival distance race.
• Weekend ticket – includes everything from the Sunday along with access to the sprint and technical festival races on Saturday

Members of Paddle UK/Cymru/Scotland/Northern Ireland: 25% discount.
Please note entries will close at 23:59 on 25th June 2026
Entry Ts&Cs here

The SUPER Festival is about so much more than just world-class SUP competition, it’s a full celebration of paddling, water sports, and community. Alongside the headline events, the festival will be packed with opportunities for everyone to get involved, discover new experiences, and enjoy the buzz of being by the water.

Expect to see and take part in:

1. Have-a-go SUP sessions – the perfect chance for newcomers to get on a board and feel the stoke for the first time.
2. Board and kit demos – try out the latest designs in SUP boards, paddles, and equipment with expert guidance.
3. Aqua Paddle – on Friday evening, join a social paddle on the bay and be part of something relaxed, fun, and community-driven. Register for the Aqua Paddle here.
4. SUPolo – fast, exciting, and a little bit wild, watch this action-packed water sport at the inner harbour on Saturday.
5. Festival Village – grab some food and drink, watch the action on a big screen, enjoy live music and explore our exciting range of trade stands