Koura/Gold
Athletes who are demonstrating the performance attitudes, ambition, and attributes to achieve a Top 8 placing at the pinnacle event in the Brisbane 2032 cycle or medal in future cycles with the potential to transition to HP Development or Confirmation in 1-2 years.
Athletes apply annually
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN - CLOSING DATE 18 MARCH
Please read the National Performance Academy Overview for a full breakdown of criteria, costs, camps and then use the Official Application form to apply
HP DEVELOPMENT
Athletes who are demonstrating the performance attitudes, ambition, and attributes to achieve a Top 8 placing or medal at the pinnacle event in the Brisbane 2032 cycle and future cycles.
HP Confirmation
Athletes who are confirming the performance attitudes, ambition, and attributes against the sport’s Picture of Performance to achieve a Top 8 placing at the LA 2028 Olympics and potential to medal at Brisbane 2032.
Athletes are nominated by CSNZ to HPSNZ
Te Pae Whakataki Koura
Coaches: Luuka Jones + TBD
koura@canoeslalomnz.org.nz
2026 Koura Athletes
Nick Collier
HP Development
Oliver Puchner
HP Development
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