Being involved with the sport of canoeing and kayaking doesn't necessarily mean you need to be on the water.  

There are a number of roles involved in the Officials Pathway for Canoe Slalom with an opportunity to develop these skills and expertise to officiate at an international level. 

Chief Official/Chief Judge

Assistant Chief Judge ​​​​​​​

Start Judge

Finish Judge

Chief of Scoring

Course Designer

Equipment Controller

Gate Judge

Upcoming Courses

CSNZ Officials

Kellie Bailey - CSNZ Chief Judge

​​​​​​​Wanaka-based Kellie Bailey has been a chief judge for Canoe Slalom New Zealand for many years and has officiated at the hightest level most recently judging at the Paris Olympics in 2024. She has spent the past eight years building up overseas experience, officiating at World Cup rounds and both junior and senior world championships, and has been supported with a number of Prime Minister's Scholarships.

Maryanne Washer

Lyn Egan

​​​​​​​Jeanette McLennan

​​​​​​​Liz Fowler

Peter Puchner