2026 NZSUP Champs
Schedule
Fri, 06 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 am to Sun, 08 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 am
UTC+13:00Location
Takapuna Beach | Takapuna, AU
Get ready for three epic days celebrating the heart and soul of our Stand Up Paddling community — from elite racers to first-timers who simply want to give it a go. This is your event, your crew combined with Auckland’s premier beach destination for SUP racing! Your chance to be part of something special. 💙🏄‍♂️
✨ Something for every paddler:
🏆 Championship Division – 14’ race boards
💪 Challenger Division – 14’ race boards
🌴 Cruiser Fleet – Any SUP under 14’, all fun, all welcome!
and new for 2026, Youth I-sup Race Fleet!
🔥 Early Bird ON NOW – Save up to $30 per adult entry when you register by 31 December
👦 Youth full-event pass: only $35!
🎓 Students 19+ – Enjoy 10% off registration
⚡ Event Schedule
Day 1 – Sprint Racing
Day 2 – Technical Racing
Day 3 – Distance Racing
Three days. Nonstop action. Vibes for days.
đź’™ Huge shout-out to our first sponsors for 2026:
Takapuna Business Association – Amazing to have strong local support backing this event!
Tilda Rice – A loyal supporter for 3 years running. We appreciate you! 🙌
Let’s make 2026 our biggest, boldest NZSUP Nationals yet. Bring your team, bring your mates, bring the energy — see you on the water!
REGISTER NOW! https://nzsup.org/entryfiles/entryform26.php
THANKYOU TO OUR MAJOR SPONSORS!
🌟Thank You: Takapuna Business Association – Champions of Our Community.
A huge thank you to Hannah and Terence and the Takapuna Business Association for their support of the 2026 NZSUP Nationals. Their contribution plays a major role in helping us host this event that truly reflects the energy and vibrancy of the Takapuna coastal community.
From backing local sport to activating the Takapuna waterfront, Takapuna Business Association continuously lifts the experience for athletes, supporters, and visitors alike. Their support helps create an atmosphere that feels welcoming, festive, and unmistakably Takapuna.
We are incredibly grateful for their partnership and the pride they bring to showcasing our sport in their region. Thank you, Takapuna Business Association — we couldn’t do it without you! 🌊✨
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Where is it happening?
Takapuna Beach, Takapuna,Auckland, New ZealandEvent Location & Nearby Stays:

















