GB Va'a is the performance arm of UK Outrigger. Each year GB Va'a sends athletes to the World Championships.
One of the greatest honours in an athlete's life is to represent their country as a national team member.
Upcoming World Championships
The upcoming World Championships are:
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2026 World SPRINT Championships: Singpaore (Intent to participate closes September 14, 2025. See https://www.gboutrigger.org/selection/2026/selectiondetails.html for more details).
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2026 World Sprint Championships: Singapore
How to Compete at the World Championships
In order to compete at the World Championships you need to first fill in an Intent to Participate in Selection form. You can find all of the details here: https://www.gboutrigger.org/selection/2026/selectiondetails.html
I Am Over 40. Can I still Compete at the World Championships?
The World Championships is divided into two competitions: The Elite Championships (for National Team Elite Open V6 and V12 and V1 Open, Master 40, Master 50, Master 60, Master 70, Master 75 and Master 80. There is also a Club Crew Championships which sees Club Teams racing. The intent for club teams has not opened yet. Please get in touch with your club if you wish to race at the World Club Crew Championships.
If you are interested in competing at the World Championships and require additional information please get in touch!