Downwind Daze 1 2022 - The Legend Continues This is your Chance to paddle with the Social, Fun, Loving crew, or race against some of the best in the State. The Social crew will be paddling the shorter option and is generally around 6k and the racing crew will be racing over or around 10k. For the social crew we want you to feel welcome whatever board you are on , (but yr day will go better on a downwind specific board) If we cancel the event we will refund entrants money If you have entered and are unable to attend we will refund yr money once we have received yr email on our club email. The no refund ticket is the best price we can manage for the 3 events and there will be no refunds for this option   Catering at the end of each event. Club Board Trailer in action to help with Logistics Two-day window for best conditions Course location and times and dates etc will go up as late as possible on the schedule part of this event page on the website, it will not be on any social media   Safety Information We look to provide the best events for you, but we take your safety very seriously We reserve the right to not allow entrants onto the course if conditions are challenging Safety craft will be on the water with us and will be following strict safety protocol PDFs and leg ropes are mandatory High-vis tops are supplied as part of entry and are required to be worn during the event. Waterproof phone with Coast guard safety app in waterproof bag or EPRB required. Other devices that will send out a signal when required will be accepted ,we will be checking at event registration.   We encourage all entering to have some Downwind experience - novices, please read the SUP Down winding information guide on the SUP Vic website under 'Getting Started’.   WEB site Entry on the Day, no extra charge for this   Perpetual Trophy in Action Points for racing crew - best results after 2 events Overall winner Female and Male will be from any age category, will be best results from the 3 events .catergerories for racing crew will be open ,over 50 , over 60 , male and female .There will be prizes for the social crew as well at last event presentation.  Downwind Daze series will be run strictly in accordance with covid-safe principles and the club's covid risk management plan and any government directives.                          

The  Port Phillip Cup was one of the club's first events and has been on the calendar for all 13 years. The 2022 Port Phillip Cup will once again be held at the Chelsea Yacht Club. This event has something for all club members and paddlers, so bring your friends and family to enjoy the stoke. ALL entrants, club members or non-club members, are required to enter online. The Port Phillip Cup is an 8km Race (around inflatable race-buoys), with a beach start and finish. There is also the Port Phillip Cup 4km Social Paddle for those looking to get on the water for a more leisurely paddle, whist still mixing it with the race crew - the Race and the Social Paddle will take place simultaneously. Beyond these, we are holding several other SUP activities; see below. Please note that the Port Phillip Cup will be run strictly in accordance with covid-safe principles and the club's covid risk managment plan and any government directives. This includes the requirments for attendees of not attending if feeling unwell on the day of the event, physical distancing on the beach and around the registation desk, completion of an 'event attendance form by an offical at the registation desk, hand sanitising on arrival and when attending the rego desk. A copy of the  Entrant categories are as follows: Port Phillip Cup 8km Race – Open Women & Men, Over 50 Women and Men, Over 60 Women and Men, Junior Girls and Boys (12 years to 16 years)  4km Social Paddle – Women & Men, Junior Girls and Boys (12 years to 16 years) Note: The registration desk opens at 8:00am. All paddlers who have purchased registration tickets needs to complete a quick check-in registration at the registration desk (see the SUP Vic marquee on the beach) between 8:00am and 8:50am. I   Safety on the Water:   Safety on the water is always top of mind with SUP Vic. As such, all paddlers must wear a leg rope during all PPC events. Racers and social paddlers must also wear a high-vis top during the actual race/social paddle. Due to covid regulations, SUP Vic will not be supplying drinking water or sunscreen – please ensure that you come equipped with both. NOTE: In compliance with our SUP Vic Covid Policy, entry will be on-line only. Those who may wish to enter on the day, will still be required to do so on-line (can do via a smart phone). On the day entries incur an additional ‘late entry fee’ of $10 per adult paddler.  Finally, please note that only registered Race and Social Paddlers are permitted onto the course during the race/social paddle. The PPC 8km Race will be run strictly in accordance with the SUP Vic Race Rules – see these on the SUP Vic website. For SUP Vic club members, the event entry fee is $30 - free for junior members 16 years and under. The entry fee for Non-SUP Vic members is $40, which gives them Day Membership for the event - $10 for juniors 16 years and under. NOTE: SUP Vic annual membership fee is only $50 per adult, $100 family. As always, SUP Vic reserves the right to change the event to the 'inclement weather fall-back date', which is Saturday 19 February. NOTE: If the event is (either due to covid restrictions or weather): 1) cancelled your will receive a refund of your registation fee, or, 2) postponed you will have your registration fee maintained for the resheduled event date (and refunded if you cannot make that date). Get your tickets, below, from January 10, 2021.

                                                    ******    NEW DATE    ******   Looking for a fun weekend beachside getaway combined with the opportunity to compete in the Victorian State SUP Marathon and Technical Races or to just get on the water on your SUP? Then head to Phillip Island for the 2021 State SUP Festival. Beyond the State title events there will be opportunities for all SUP paddlers with some flat water paddling, SUP surfing, wing foiling, etc, on the programme. NOTE: This weekend is open to all SUP paddlers and is not limited to only SUP Vic members. The State SUP Festival includes a SUP Vic Social Night for all on the Saturday at the Ramada Resort, Phillip Island - get your tickets below. The Social Night will also be the venue for the 2021 Annual SUP Vic Trophy Presentations. It would be great to get a BIG group of SUP Vic members along for the SUP Vic State SUP Festival weekend and the SUP Vic Social night, irrespective of whether or not you want to compete in the Marathon and or Tech Races. We have discount accommodation rates organised for those who book at the Ramada Resort - quote SUP Vic when you book. We are also holding a $100 accommodation discount draw for SUP Vic members at the Social Night at the Ramada Resort. Only stipulations are that you have to be a paid-up SUP Vic member and in attendance at the draw at the SUP Vic Presentation/Social Night at theRamada Resort to win. Purchase a (free) ticket for the draw below - strictly only one ticket per adult SUP Vic member. REMEMBER, the State SUP Marathon and Technical Races are your (only) opportunity to qualify for entry into the 2021 National SUP Marathon and Technical Titles. So if you are a serious competitor and have your eyes on the National SUP Titles at Phillip Island later this year, get your entry(s) in via the Surfing Vic website - https://surfingvic.com/events/?summary=all The State Marathon Race is held over approximately 16-18kms and will be run on the 'best course for the conditions'. The aim is that the marathon race is held as a 'downwinder'. And the 2019 National Marathon Title race was a downwinder to remember - one out of the box! (14' foot and under boards only.) The State Technical Race is approximately 4km long and is run on an 'M-shaped' course in and out through the surf.  Venues, times and days for the State titles events will be based on optimal conditions for both events and will be finalised on Thursday Sept 2 with the latest forecasts. Both events also offer some great spectator opportunities to see the state's top paddlers in action. There will also be flat water paddling and SUP surfing opportunities along with a wing foiling session, all scheduled on Friday and between the State title races on Saturday/Sunday. Given we will aim for best possible conditions for the State title sessions, the times and places will be promoted via Facebook/website during the weekend. We are hoping that people who elect not to enter the State titles races can still get involved by acting as volunteers for these events. If you can help us as a volunteer, please 'order' a ticket(s) and let us know - you can email us at info@supvic.com. Your assitance will be greatly apprciated, as we cannot run these events without volunteers/marshals!! As the State titles events are Surfing Victoria events, entry to the Marathon and the Technical Race is via the Surfing Victoria website - https://surfingvic.com/events/?summary=all. Please also consult the Surfing Victoria website for registration and race terms and conditions, race rules, insurance, etc.      

OH YEAH!! It's on again due to popular demand. Yes, it's the 2021 SUP Vic Family Fun Day This is a great opportunity to catchup with fellow SUP Vic paddlers and to introduce your friends and family to our club and our passion. The schedule includes: SUP intro sessions Paddle the Lake - all on the water for a leisurely lap of the lake Demo Boards to try Kid's Competition Some great Prizes Lysterfield lake is generally a quiet and calm spot - a great place to start your SUP journey or to put your board into the water in a different environment (surrounded by bush and the ocassional kanagroo sighting) The BBQ will be up and running from late morning to keep the hunger pangs at bay - help us stay organised by purchasing a BBQ ticket PLEASE check-in at the Rego desk on arrival and collect your sticker/BBQ pass. See you all there!!!!!

POSTPONEMENT DUE TO LOCKDOWN:   Please note that due to Covid-19 lockdown, this event has now been postponed to September 25-26.  Yes, that is AFL Grand Final weekend, but beggars can't be choosers! (Grand final weekend was the only weekend available for us to run this event due to other Surfing Vic events.  More details closer to the event - approx Wed September 22. Book it in your diary and purchase your ticket now and we'll catch you there. Event entry cost: SUP Vic Members: $45 Non-SUP Vic members tickets are an additional $15 per event (note, membership of SUP Vic is only $50 per annum) Entry is strictly via pre-purchase of a ticket; see following.  Important Information Pre-registration ONLY for this event. There will be no registrations on the day. Registration (ticket purchase) cut-off is 5:00pm, Monday September 20. Note: There are no refunds for surfers who pull out of the event after entries have closed and if the event goes ahead. The above ensures a smooth running of the heats during the day. Don't forget, we also have the 10' SUP Longboard Surf Competition on Sept 18/19 at Pt Leo. Please note: If a surf event is cancelled for any reason, your registration fee will be automatically refunded as soon as possible following event cancellation.

"IT'S BACK BABY!"    Yes, welcome to the 2021 SUP Vic SUP Surf Classic! All SUP surfers, get amongst it. ROUND 3 - Point Leo, July 10/11.  To help provide the best possible conditions, we have a two-day 'window' to run the event. The actual surf competition is run on one day of the scheduled weekend. The confirmed date and time for the event will be publicised on Wednesday 7 or Thursday 8 July. More details closer to event. Book it in your diary now and we'll catch you there. Tickets available here from 9:00pm Thursday 1 July. (Ticket sales CLOSE: 5:00pm, Thursday 8 July - to allow for preparation of heats, etc.) Other rounds of the series are: Pt Leo - March 27/28, June 26/27; Point Impossible - August 28/29. There is also the 10' SUP Longboard Surf Comp on Sept 18/19 at Pt Leo. Event entry cost: Pt Leo, $30 per round Pt Impossible, $TBA Non-SUP Vic Members' tickets are an additional $15 per event (note, annual membership of SUP Vic is only $50). Entry for each event is via the SUP Vic website under Events and each individual event. Important Information Pre-registration ONLY for each event. There will be no registrations on the day. Registration cut-off as follows: Point Leo events: Thursday 5.00pm prior to the scheduled week end's dates. Point Impossible: Monday prior to the event. Note: There are no refunds for surfers who pull out of an event after entries have closed. The above ensures a smooth running of the heats during the day. If an event is cancelled you may request a refund or a credit for the next event. Please advise the club accordingly at info@supvic.com.au  

The annual Gippsland Lakes Paddle Challenge is one of the great paddle event of the year. You have a choice of two courses, the 27km paddle from Paynesville or the 13Km paddle from Metung - both end at the Lakes Entrance Surf Lifesaving Club. This is NOT a SUP Vic event, but one that has been actively supported by SUP Vic for many years. SUP is one of the biggest, if not the biggest categories in the race - along with surf skis, kayaks, canoes, etc. Entry is via the Gippsland Lakes Paddle Challenge website. Note: Early bird entries close Sunday 4 April and all entries close 11:59pm Sunday 25 April. Get on board and have a ball. And don't forget your booking for Saturday night dinner at the Waterwheel Beach Tavern, Lake Tyres - where all the cool kids go! Please note the following information pertinent to SUP Vic SUP paddlers - courtesy of Sharon Bourke. CHECK LIST For SUP ENTRIES for the GIPPSLAND LAKES PADDLE CHALLENGE!   *Please head to www.gippslandlakespaddlechallenge.com.au to enter and check the conditions required by ALL paddlers.   Below is a guide for SUP VIC members for both the sports event and the social event. Please double check that you have everything booked and organised well in advance of the weekend!  Pre-event training schedule. Event organisers require that you have completed the distance (13 or 27kms) in a single training session prior to the event. Check you have the appropriate paddle clothing for all weather conditions on the day. A supply of water and food (gels) to be carried during the event. (Hydration pack rather than water bottles) Arrive at starting point well in advance of starting time and have your equipment checked off by race marshals. ALL paddlers to supply and wear a PFD (personal flotation device) - inflatable bum bag or standard PFD. ALL paddlers to supply and wear a leg rope/leash. Pre organise (days before) lift to start line. Pre organise (days before) to pick up car after event at start line - buddy up with someone before event). Pre organise/book your accommodation. Book ASAP as Gippsland is super busy. Double check you have all your equipment/clothing/bookings organised the day before you leave, so you are not delaying other paddlers on the day of the event.  CHECK LIST FOR THE SUP SOCIAL EVENT, to be held at the Waterwheel Beach Tavern (The Tav), located at Lake Tyers Beach - 10 minutes Sydney side of Lakes Entrance.  Pre book Courtesy Bus and Dinner via the post that will go up on the SUP Vic Members Facebook page - posted mid-April.  Bookings are essential via the FB post to receive the SUP Vic meal deal! Courtesy Bus will pick up ALL booked paddlers  (at intervals) at the end of the footbridge, after presentation event, held at the Lakes Entrance Surf Life Saving Club. Courtesy Bus will return you to the footbridge after dinner but please be aware the bus needs to be full to do a trip and there will be a cut off time so be aware of last trip. Plenty of parking at “The Tav” if you decide to drive yourself out there. This is a well run sports event, totally organised by volunteers, so please bring heaps of good vibes. Thank you for participating and supporting this event.  Its heaps of FUN!! # Oh, and if you have an #empty esky bring that along and on your way home fill it up with local Gippsland produce…..YUM!!!!

This year we have some great SUP Surfing comps on the calendar . There are club comps, State and SUP Nationals later in the year in our home turf . We are keen to see more at all these comps ,do well and have a fabulous experience. Hence We will be running a SUP Surf Zoom session to help you have some insights into how to do better at these events. Topics will include but not limited to How does Judging work, and what will I be judged on What is the best strategy for me? What can I do prior competition to be fully ready How do I best asses the conditions of the location of the comp   Our good friends @surfing Vic are keen to see our sport and our club grow and will be sending  Cahill Bell-Warren  our way for this Zoom Session . Cahill  is the Surfing Victoria High Performance Coaching Director and we thank him for his time and input. His resume is impressive and includes. Ex top 100 WQS competitor, 2014 Rip Curl Pro Trials Champion. Coached at State, National, WQS and WCT Level. Victorian Junior Surfing Team Coach, who won the Overall State Title in 2019 for the first ever time, at the Australian Junior Surfing Titles at Margaret River, WA. Coached Carissa Moore to Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach titles in 2014 and 2015.   Cahill will be sharing his input on how to do better at SUP Surf comps but he is also looking for yr questions on this topic . He will also be working our SUP Surf Guru ,Super Dammo   To help us stay organised questions will need to be in the Monday before the zoom session and no questions on the night. Zoom information will only be sent out to those who have obtained a ticket thru our website ,tickets are free for members and a small cost for non members   Waiting room be open 7 15 Session starts 7 30 ,Don’t be late and don’t be missing out.

Coach Casey Downwind Daze 3 - The Legend Continues Book in the dates; final race day/dates details to follow closer to the event Two-day window for best conditions Racing and social groups along with Wing Foil option Safety craft on water PDFs and leg ropes are mandatory (we have a few club ones, organise early if you need one) High-vis tops are supplied as part of entry and are required to be worn during the event Waterproof phone with Coast guard safety app in waterproof bag/EPRB required. We encourage all entering to have some Downwind experience - novices, please read the SUP Downwinding information guide on the SUP Vic website under 'Getting Started' Entry on the Day  Perpetual Trophy in Action Points for racing crew - best results after 2 events Overall winner Female and Male will be from any catergory For more infortmation check the event Facebook page on SUP Vic Members BBQ supplied at the end of each event Please note that the Coach Casey Downwind Daze series will be run strictly in accordance with covid-safe principles and the club's covid risk managment plan and any government directives.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO LACK OF SWELL.   "IT'S BACK BABY!"    Yes, welcome to the 2021 SUP Vic SUP Surf Classic! All SUP surfers, get amongst it. Round 1 - Point Leo, March 27 or 28.  To help provide the best possible conditions, we have a 'window' of 2 days to run the event. The actual surf competition is run over one day of the scheduled weekend. The confirmed date and time for the event will be publicised on Wednesday 24 or Thursday 25. More details closer to event. Book it in your diary now and we'll catch you there. Please be reassured that all SUP Vic SUP Surf Classic events will be run with covid-safe principles and in accordance with the club's covid risk management plan and any government directives. Tickets available here from 8:00am Thursday 18 March. Other rounds of the series are: Pt Leo - June 26/27, July 10/11; Point Impossible - August 28/29. There is also the 10' SUP Longboard Surf Comp on Sept 18/19 at Pt Leo. Event entry cost: Pt Leo, $30 per round Pt Impossible, $TBA Non-SUP Vic members tickets are an additional $15 per event (note, annual membership of SUP Vic is only $50). Entry for each event is via the SUP Vic website under Events and each individual event. Important Information Pre-registration ONLY for each event. There will be no registrations on the day. Registration cut-off as follows: Point Leo events: Thursday 5.00pm prior to the scheduled week end's dates. Point Impossible: Monday prior to the event. Note: There are no refunds for surfers who pull out of an event after entries have closed. The above ensures a smooth running of the heats during the day. If an event is cancelled you may request a refund or a credit for the next event. Please advise the club accordingly at info@supvic.com.au    

Coach Casey Downwind Daze 2 - The Legend Continues See below for Updated Race/Event Information  Two day window for best conditions Racing and social groups Safety craft on water PDFs and leg ropes are mandatory (we have a few club ones, organise early if you need one) High-vis tops are supplied as part of entry and are required to be worn during the event Waterproof phone with Coast guard safety App in waterproof bag will be required. We encourage all entering to have some Downwind exeperience - novices, please read the SUP Downwinding information guide on the SUP Vic website under 'Getting Started' Entry on the Day Perpetual Trophy in Action Points for racing crew - best results after 2 events Overall winner Female and Male will be from the Open catergory For more infortmation check the event Facebook page BBQ supplied at the end of each event Please note that the Coach Casey Downwind Daze series will be run strictly in accordance with covid-safe principles and the club's covid risk managment plan and any government directives. Race/Event Updated Information: Meet at Blairgowrie Yacht Club ar park for event registration between 7:30am and 8:15am                      8:15 - Rego desk closes and Acknowledgement of Country                                                                  8:20 - Race and Social Paddle Briefing                                                                                              8:30 - Trailer and paddlers departs                                                  9:00 - Race starts at Rosebud Yacht Club 9:20 - Social paddle starts 10:30 - Paddle programme concludes SAFETY GEAR REQUIREMENTS (Checked prior to race start) Leg rope High vis race top PFD Mobile phone with SafeTrx app loaded - EPRB if have one    

Paddle Superstar and SIC Team Paddler, Lincoln Dews, will be running 2 free clinics in Barwon Heads during the SUP Vic Surf Weekend, coutesty of SIC, Blackfish Paddles, Kite Republic and SUP Vic. Saturday 9:30am - Technical Race Skills Sunday 12 noon - Ocean Paddling Skills Your opportunity to learn these great open ocean paddling skills from one of the masters of our craft. Get along to the SUP Vic Surf Weekend and enjoy one or both of these great paddle clinics. Order your FREE tickets now. Each Clinic will have a maximum of 15 paddlers. The beach exact venues will be confirmed much closer to the event.