Paddle UK has today published its 2026 World Class Programme Qualification Policy.
The policy covers paracanoe, sprint and canoe slalom/kayak cross and has been written in conjunction with UK Sport as well as the British Elite Athletes Association.
The Policy includes full details of the funding matrix in order to give clarity to athletes on how performances will be assessed during the international season and the process applied to identify athletes across programmes will qualify for the next 12 month period.
Please click here to read the full policy