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2022 ISA World StandUp Paddle and Paddleboard Championship

Info for Event Participants

October 28 – November 6 / San Juan
2022 ISA World StandUp Paddle and Paddleboard Championship

Info for Event Participants

October 28 – November 6 / San Juan
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This year’s WSUPPC is the 9th edition of the ISA event. SUP Racing and Paddleboard will be staged in the heart of San Juan’s famous Laguna del Condado and Bahia de San Juan. SUP Surfing is scheduled to take place in “La 8”, a well-known local break.

Below you will find all the relevant information for participating National Teams.

  • HOW TO REGISTER

    Now – October 13:

    1. Team Roster Submission:
      Have one (1) representative from your National Federation confirm your team’s attendance to the ISA. If your team roster is ready, include the completed Team Roster_2022 WSUPPC and send to [email protected]
    2. Invoicing/ Payment:
      Once the ISA receives the Team Roster, or at least an indication of the total number of divisions being registered and total number of team officials/alternates/support/etc, we can proceed with an invoice. Payment of your invoice will be taken via Credit Card, PayPal ([email protected]), or wire transfer.As a reminder, registration is $275 and charged per division entry.
    3. Line Up Registration (available mid September):- The ISA is proud to be using The LineUp, a new online platform, for all event registration
      All participants (athletes and support personnel) are required to register through the LineUp.
      – Each team manager will be emailed an invitation link for their athletes and officials to join the Line Up platform.
      – Mandatory for Team Managers to have confirmed Team Roster to receive Line Up email.The LineUp will require the following:

      – Bio
      – Headshot: photo to be used for identification badges and profiles on the ISA website.
      – Photo must be from the waist up, against a white wall, without any accessories(hats, sunglasses, etc.), and preferably in team uniform (optional)
      – Passport photo
      – Consent to Code of Conduct Forms, COVID Commitment Letters, Anti-Doping Policy agreements, Indemnity Forms

     

    October 13:

    • Closing of Registration. All payment and online registration must be complete and received by the ISA to participate. If your team is submitting an international wire transfer, plan accordingly considering international transfers take several days to appear. We will not accept the participation of any unpaid individuals following October 13
    • Registration Fees:

      – The cost of registration is $275 USD per division.
      – Registration is charged to all those attending with the National Team. This includes coaches, managers, team doctors, team media, family, friends, etc.
      – All participants must be approved by the National Federation- National Teams will not be allowed to participate if there is any outstanding debt with the ISA.
      – Considering the 2022 ISA WSUPPC is a Qualifying Event for the 2023 Pan American Games, only ISA Members from territories with representation of a National Olympic Committee (NOC) are eligible to compete. This applies to all attending countries, regardless of continent. More information on Pan Am Games Qualification below.

  • Team Size

    Competitors Per Category

      • SUP Surfing: Men (2), Women (2)
      • SUP Racing Technical: Men (2) Women (2)
      • SUP Racing Distance: Men (2) Women (2)
      • Paddleboard Racing Technical: Men (1), Women (1)
      • Paddleboard Racing Distance: Men (1), Women (1)
      • SUP Sprint Racing: Men (1), Women (1)
      • Junior SUP Racing Technical: Boys (1), Girls (1)
        • The junior athlete must not turn 19 on/before December 31, 2022.
  • Invitation Letter

    Please click the following link to download an invitation letter on behalf of the Organizing Committee and Puerto Rico Surfing Federation: 2022 ISA WSUPPC Invitation Letter

    If a customized letter is required for visa purposes, please email [email protected]

  • Team Transportation & Rentals


    Race Course Tours:
    (click for more info)

  • Board Shipment

    For any National Team interested in shipment/freight forwarding of equipment, the Local Organizing Committee recommends you contact Stevens Global Logistics, a company used by several local surf shops to import surfboards.
    Stevens Global Logistics can either deliver door to door, store the equipment at their facilities in San Juan, and can work through 3rd  party freight forwarders or provide the full service themselves.

    If interested, please reach out directly to [email protected]. Stevens Global Logistics

  • Board Rentals

    The Local Organizing Committee (LOC) in Puerto Rico will be providing a limited number of Rental Boards on a first
    come first serve basis at the WSUPPC in Puerto Rico.
    Check board rentals list here:

  • Accommodation Options

    Please visit this link for a complete list of Hotels with promo codes & discounts:

    PUERTO RICO ACCOMODATION HOTEL LIST >

  • 2023 Pan Am Games Qualification

    The Pan American (Pan Am) Games is a continental multi-sport event for countries from the Americas. The 2023 Pan Am Games will take place in Santiago, Chile from October 20 to November 5, 2023, of which Surfing (Shortboard, Longboard, SUP Surf, and SUP Race) will take part.

    The 2022 ISA WSUPPC will serve as one of the Qualifying Events for top ranking athletes from the Americas to qualify for the 2023 Pan Am Games. A summary of the athletes per discipline that will qualify are as follows:

    • SUP Race – top-ranking four (4) Men and top-ranking four (4) Women in the SUP Tech Race
    • SUP Surfing – top-ranking four (4) Men and top-ranking four (4) Women in the SUP Surf Division

    The complete Qualification System for the 2023 Pan Am Games can be found HERE that further details the Qualifying Events, quota maximum per discipline/country, hierarchy of events, etc.

    To consult the ISA Rulebook that applies to all Qualification Events and the 2023 Pan Am Games, please click here.

    Only ISA Members from territories with representation of a National Olympic Committee (NOC) are eligible to compete at the 2022 ISA WSUPPC. This applies to all attending countries, regardless of continent.

  • ISA Rulebook

    Following a review by the ISA Technical Committee and upon the approval of the ISA Executive Committee, a number of important revisions and updates have recently been made to the ISA Rulebook.

    View the updated version of the ISA Rulebook by clicking here:

  • Anti-Doping

    As a signatory to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Code, the ISA implements a strict adherence to the Code as a way to ensure a clean, healthy and fair sporting atmosphere for all athletes.

    In registering for the 2022 ISA WSUPPC, all athletes must adhere to the ISA Anti-Doping Rules which, among other requirements, states that all Athletes competing in ISA World Championships shall be subject to In Competition Testing at any time, with or without advance notice.

    Athletes are responsible for making sure any medication that is taken is not listed on the 2022 WADA Prohibited Substance List.

    For more information regarding the ISA’s Anti-Doping Program, including a link to the ISA Anti-Doping Rules, WADA Prohibited Substance List, instructions on how to apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption Form (TUE), and the contact information for the International Testing Agency, please visit the ISA’s Anti Doping page here: http://www.isasurf.org/development-programs/anti-doping/

  • Event Schedule

    2022 ISA WSUPPC Tentative Schedule

    *Please note, the following event schedule is tentative and subject to change at any time at the ISA’s discretion*

    Thursday – Oct 27

    • Managers’ Meeting
      Location: Sheraton PR
      Time: 7pm-9pm

    Friday – Oct 28

    • Board Measurement and Goodie Bag Distribution
      Location: Board Storage Area
      Time: 8am-1pm
    • Judges’ and Race Officials’ Meeting/Workshop
      Location: Sheraton PR
      Time: 1pm-3:00pm
    • Press Conference
      Location: Sheraton PR, 2nd floor Laguna Room
      Time: 2:00pm
    • Parade of Nations
      Location: El Escambrón
      Time: 4pm
    • Opening Ceremonies
      Location: Escambrón
      Time: 4:30pm

    Saturday – Oct 29

    • Sprint Races
      Location: El Escambrón
      Time: 12pm-4pm
    • Mercado Urbano Indie Music Fest
      Location: Playa Escambrón
      Time: 7pm-10pm

    Sunday – Oct 30

    • SUP Technical Race – Preliminary and Semi-Finals ONLY
      8:00am Race Briefing
      8:30am 1st Round Men 3 heats of 11 or 10 – 6 advancing from each heat
      Rest of the day will happen in succession with 10 minute break between finish of 1 heat to start of next heat.
      1st Round Women – 3 heats of 9 or 8 – advancing 6 from each heat
      Semi Final Men – 2 heats of 9 – advancing 6 from each heat
      Semi Final Women – 2 heats of 9 – advancing 6 from each heat
    • Mercado Urbano Indie Music Fest
      Location: Playa Escambrón
      Time: 7pm-10pm

    Monday – Oct 31

    • SUP Technical Race Finals
      Location: La Ocho
      Time: 10am – 12pm
    • Surfing Competition – First Call
      Location: La Ocho
      Time: 1pm

    Tuesday – Nov 1

    • Surfing Competition (tentative)
      Location: La Ocho
      Time: 8am – 5pm

    Wednesday – Nov 2

    • Surfing Competition (tentative)
      Location: La Ocho
      Time: 8am – 5pm

    Thursday – Nov 3

    • Surfing Competition (tentative)
      Location: La Ocho
      Time: 8am – 5pm
    • Reposition Webcast and Set Courses for Long Distances and Sprints

    Friday – Nov 4

    • Long Distance Racing
      Location: Start at Laguna del Condado, Finish at Playa Escambrón
      Time: 8am – 3pm

    Saturday – Nov 5

    • Prone Technical &Juniors Technical Race Finals
      Location: La Ocho
      Time: 12pm – 4pm

    Sunday – Nov 6

    • Relay Races
      Location: Playa Escambrón
      Time: 9am-11am
    • Closing & Awards Ceremonies
      Location: El Escambrón
      Time: 11:30am (tentative)
    • Aloha Beach Party
      Location: El Escambrón
      Time: 7pm-10pm
  • Race Maps
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