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The World Rafting Federation (WRF) is proud to unveil its official mascot, Nyami, a vibrant and energetic symbol of unity, adventure, and environmental stewardship. Inspired by the mighty Nyami Nyami, the river god of the Zambezi River in African mythology, this new mascot embodies the spirit of rafting: resilience, teamwork, and the powerful...
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The 2024 Panamerican Rafting Championships are set to make waves in Pucón, Chile, with an impressive lineup of competitors. This year, 70 teams will compete, including 27 men's teams, 16 women's teams, 16 mixed teams, and 8 para-rafting teams. With athletes from 11 Panamerican nations, along with international teams from Italy and Japan, this...
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The World Rafting Federation (WRF) is proudly joining the World Fair Play Day set for September 7th 2024, making waves in the global sporting community. This special day is dedicated to promoting fairness, respect, and camaraderie in sports. As athletes gear up to ride the rapids, the WRF is reinforcing the importance of fair play in the rafting...
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The World Rafting Federation (WRF) recently joined the International Sport and Culture Association (ISCA), marking a significant partnership in promoting physical activity worldwide. ISCA, a non-governmental organization, has been a leader in advocating for increased physical activity across various sectors, with a focus on inclusivity and...
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The World Rafting Federation (WRF) is proud to announce its recent membership with TAFISA (The Association For International Sport for All), marking a significant step in our commitment to promoting a healthier, more active world. This strategic partnership aligns the WRF with TAFISA’s "Mission 2030: For a Better World Through Sport for All," a...
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Following the agreements made with the World Rafting Federation as governing bodies for rafting activities the s pecialized River Safety Course tailored for the distinguished Italian Alpine Group have been completed. This intensive training program was meticulously designed to address all critical aspects and high-risk scenarios inherent to...
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Get ready for one of Peru's most exciting aquatic sports events—the Monzón River Fest 2024! Set in the stunning Monzón Valley in Huánuco, this festival has grown from a local initiative into a national phenomenon, drawing the best athletes from across the country. From September 6th to 8th, the valley will come alive with the adrenaline-pumping...
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WRF and IRF sign Declaration to unite the Global Rafting Community Lausanne, Switzerland - In a historic move towards the unification of the global rafting community, Danilo Barmaz, President of the World Rafting Federation (WRF), and Joseph Willis Jones, President of the International Rafting Federation (IRF), have signed a joint declaration on...
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The rafting world is buzzing with excitement: Austria has officially joined the World Rafting Federation (WRF). This membership not only recognizes another big step for the WRF community but also presents an extraordinary opportunity for the sport in the country.
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In the heart of Colombia, where rivers once symbolized division and conflict, a notable transformation has been underway for some time. "Remando por la Paz," a team formed after the peace agreement between the Colombian government and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, thanks to this team the community keeps growing through a unique...
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The European Rafting Championships 2024 recently concluded last week with an exhilarating display of skill and teamwork, crowning the best of European rafting team. The upcoming continental championships of the WRF in calendar are: the Pan-American Championships held in Pucón, Chile late this October, renowned for its challenging rapids and...
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Last race day in Konjic at the European Rafting Championships and the downriver awarded the key points of the competition, deciding the overall rankings. The 12 countries competing paddled for 6 kilometers in the blue waters of Neretva river. With 290 points France 1 is officially the MEN European Rafting Champion: 40:25.09 secured the downriver...
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It’s RX day in Konjic, Bosnia and Herzegovina : the most dynamic and strategic discipline of the European Champs week. The RX qualification at midday selected the matches in Neretva river and tonight the lights were on for an intense knock out. 30 teams battled among the gates to make it to the 4 finals. In the men category final A crowned France...
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Slalom day officially starts the competition at the European Championships in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Earlier this afternoon, during the first manche, the 30 teams competing drew the first lines among 12 gates in Neretva river : 8 greens and 4 challenging reds. After a calmer first section, where rhythm and coordination were the key, the main...
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The historical city of Konjic welcomes 30 rafting teams on Neretva river . The European Rafting Championships, that take place every two years, are ready to be held in Bosnia and Herzegovina, in the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton. The town, born on the shores of the clear blue waters of Neretva, is one of the oldest permanent settlements in Bosnia...
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The European Rafting Cup from June 7-9th in Užice, Serbia, concluded with an outstanding performance by team Koncar. Demonstrating exceptional skill and teamwork, Koncar secured first place by dominating all three disciplines: Downriver, Slalom, and RX. Their flawless performance earned them a perfect score of 300 points. Following closely in...
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On 25th and 26th May Prague hosted the WRF Euro Rafting Cup in the challenging venue of Troja, on the Vtlava river. Slalom and RX took place in the Prague Canoeing Centre, one of the most frequently used venues for international canoe slalom competition since its foundation in 1983, including the 2013 ICF World Championships. More than 50 R4...
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DOWNLOAD HERE THE EVENT MANUAL Excitement is building in Konjic for the upcoming rafting competition, only one week left to the event which will feature athletes from around Europe on the majestic Neretva River. From June 10th to 15th, 2024, the city will host this prestigious event, with the Garden City Hotel Konjic ready to welcome participants...
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The Olympic flame for Paris 2024 recently made a unique and thrilling passage through the Stade d'Eaux Vives in Pau - France, where just a few weeks earlier, the National Rafting Championships 2024 had taken place. These championships were instrumental in selecting teams for the major international events on the World Rafting Federation calendar...
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The Canadian National Rafting Championships recently concluded on the Rouge River in Valleyfield, showcasing thrilling performances from 14 competing teams. The event featured intense competition across all the three categories: Men, Women and Mix. In the men's category, the Petawawa Raft Team secured a decisive victory, claiming the top spot....
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