Host the 2025 USA Canoe Ocean Racing National Championships!

The ACA Ocean Racing Committee is excited to announce the opportunity for organizations to bid on hosting the 2025 USA Canoe Ocean Racing National Championships!  This premier event will bring together ocean racing athletes from across the country, showcasing the spirit and excellence of competitive ICF-spec surfski paddling, right here in the USA.

Details for Interested Local Organizing Committees (LOCs)

The USA COR National Championships Request for Proposals (RFP) is now available, and the ORC highly encourages interested community organizations to consider submitting bids as soon as possible.  Here are some key timeline milestones to help guide your planning:

• Submission Window Opens:  Monday, December 2, 2024

• Submission Window Closes:  Friday, December 27, 2024

• 2025 Nationals Host Selection Announced:  Early January, 2025

• Competition Date Window:  Second Half (July to December), 2025

  • Avoiding Pan American Continental Championships - August 22-30, 2025

  • Avoiding ICF World Championships - October 17-19, 2025

The 2025 USA COR National Championships provide a unique opportunity to promote your location as a leading paddlesports destination, foster community engagement, and support the growth of competitive paddling in the USA.

What's in the 2025 USA COR National Championships RFP

The 2025 USA COR National Championships RFP includes detailed requirements for Local Organizing Committees (LOCs) interested in hosting the 2025 USA COR Nationals competition, including:

• General competition production/execution expectations

• Course specifications and safety considerations

• Accessibility and logistical needs

• Provisions for fair and competitive racing

• Support for national promotion and event branding

If your organization is passionate about ICF-spec canoe ocean racing and equipped to host a top-tier competition here in the USA, now is the perfect time to assemble your team and compose your official bid.

Stay Updated

Keep an eye on this page, email the ORC, or follow us on Facebook in order to receive relevant updates regarding the RFP, and the status of the 2025 USA COR National Championships, when available.

Let’s work together to make the 2025 USA COR Nationals a memorable event for all -- download the official RFP today!