European Canoe Association Junior Slalom Cup 

The ECA Cup is a great way for New Zealand athletes to gain experience racing in Europe.  The Junior Slalom Cup consists of a series of events held across Europe hosted by local clubs and is open to international paddlers.  There is no requirement for athletes to be selected by CSNZ to compete in the ECA Cups.  The ECA Cup provides opportunity to paddle, travel and make international friends.  If you would like more information about competing in the ECA Cup please contact admin@canoeslalomnz.org.nz or go to the website ECA Junior Slalom Cup – Future stars rise with us.

2025’s edition

Official categories

  • U16
  • U18

Unofficial categories / up to decision of event organiser

  • U14
  • U23
  • Open

Rules

2025 ICF Competition Rules (PDF), ECA Junior Slalom Cup race progression system.

Race format

  • 1st run – heats
  • 2nd run – finals

According to the ECA Junior Slalom Cup rules 2/3 best athletes from 1st run will progress to final run:

  • in WC1, MC1, WK1 max. 20 athletes per each age group
  • in MK1 max. 30 athletes per each age group