After the compulsory race briefing all athletes are encouraged take refreshments before lining up for the Parade of Nations at 3pm.
Parade of Nations:
Join us in celebrating unity, culture, and sport!
Spectators, friends, and family are warmly encouraged to line the promenade and cheer on our incredible teams as they make their way through the Parade of Nations walk. Let’s create an unforgettable atmosphere of support and celebration!
Come clap, cheer, and be part of the excitement – then join us at uShaka for a spectacular kickoff to the event!
A special note to South African entrants: This is a most special and unique opportunity to join your National Team members in the parade. We encourage every SA paddler, entered in either SS1 or SS2, to wear something South African and line up behind your National Team as we move towards the Opening Ceremony.
A special request about parking: There is an underground parking area next to DUC for visitors. Please park here for the parade. This link (pin drop) , will allow you to get a Google Map of where it is. You will need to access it from Browns Road (see pic below). Turn left as you go under the tunnel / bridge.
SS2 ENTRIES
With the the race day now set for SS2 on Saturday and SS1 on Sunday, we will arrange the FINAL race lists for SS2. If you have not already partnered up please send a message urgently to the PSA Chat number to confirm who you are paddling.
Late entries for SS2 will close Thursday (October 16th) at midnight.
The primary method of communication to entrants for the ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships is via WhatsApp. All entrants and supporters are advised to join the official WhatsApp Information Group via the following invite link: