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INTERNATIONAL VA'A FEDERATION 

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Welcome to the Official Website of the International Va'a Federation, ​
​the International governing body for the sport of Outrigger Canoe/Va'a

Announcements


5 November 2020 - MEMO – 2021 IVF World Distance Championship Postponement

MEMO – 2021 IVF World Distance Championship Postponement

Dear International Va’a Federation Member,

This memo is to advise that the International Va’a Federation has accepted a request from the Samoa Outrigger Canoe Association (SOCA) and the Samoa Government to postpone the 2021 IVF World Distance Championships to 2023 due to the ongoing effects of COVID-19.

Due to the current situation facing the world and the ongoing level of uncertainty, SOCA has requested the postponement in order to ensure the continued safety of the Samoan people and those who wish to attend.

The International Va’a Federation understands that all of our member countries have been hit hard by COVID and this is another blow in what has been a very difficult year. It is, however, our priority to look after the health, safety and wellbeing of our membership to the best of our ability and to ensure that
IVF World Championship events are not only viable but can be attended by all countries who wish to attend.

We thank the Samoa Outrigger Canoe Association and the Samoa Government for their hard work to date and appreciate the difficult decision they have been faced with. We look forward to working closely with SOCA leading up to and in 2023.

Should you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.
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15 September 2020 - ​International Va'a Federation Annual General Meeting 2020

Aloha to IVF Representatives & Presidents,

The International Va’a Federation Annual General Meeting will be held online VIA ZOOM On Saturday 12th December 2020 11:00am (US Pacific Standard Time).

The ​International Va'a Federation Annual General Meeting memo contains all the information for our upcoming AGM: Click here to review the memo.
This memo contains information regarding:
  • Agenda items
  • Proposed Bylaw amendments
  • Board Member Nominations

​Please don't hesitate to contact admin@ivfiv.org if you have any questions.


20 May 2020 - International Va'a Federation Grant Program

The International Va'a Federation is excited to launch its inaugural annual Grant Program. The program has been established to assist IVF Member Federations to create, develop, enhance and grow the sport of Va'a/Outrigger Canoeing in their countries. 

This year the total fund is $35,000 US dollars. Members can apply for grants up to $5000 total.   

This is the first time in the International Va'a Federation's history that it has been in a position to establish a Grants Program. I would like to thank the Board of IVF for their vision and initiative with this action, that will hopefully have a very positive impact on the sport of Va'a/Outrigger Canoe in the short term and also for future generations of paddlers. ​

Application information has been emailed to all member federations, if you have any questions please contact your federation directly.

​For further information regarding the grant program please contact 
admin@ivfiv.org 

Applications close on 20 July 2020.

Lara Collins 
President 
International Va'a Federation 
www.ivfiv.org 
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22 March 2020 COVID-19_UPDATE _CANCELLATION - 2020 IVF World Sprints - Hilo, Hawaii 

Due to global effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the International Va’a Federation (IVF) and Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association (HCRA) have come to the difficult and mutual decision to cancel the 2020 IVF World Elite and Club Sprint Championships scheduled for Hilo, Hawaii, in August 2020.
 
The IVF World Sprint Championships held every 2 years is a highlight on our international paddling calendar, and the 2020 event already had entries from 21 countries. The decision to cancel was a very difficult one, and we are very disappointed to have to do so.  However, it was done taking into consideration (but not limited to) the following:

  • The unknown timelines that we are all facing in terms of travel restrictions and the impact of life as we know it;
  • The overall health and safety of our global paddling community;
  • In particular, our Pacific Island member countries who are less equipped to deal with a health crisis and face unique challenges in their healthcare systems; 
  • Member countries already heavily impacted by COVID-19;
  • The risk to our host; HCRA, the people of Hilo and the State of Hawaii in general.
 
As an international federation, we have an obligation to ensure the safety of our membership and act in their best interests and in that of the sport of Va’a. 
 
We acknowledge and recognise the amount of work that HCRA and in particular, their local organizing committee, have done in preparation for the August event. In addition, how much they wanted to welcome the global paddling ohana to Hilo Bay. Having done everything possible, they are now faced with impossible circumstances.

In this difficult and uncertain time that we are all facing, it is fortunate to know that our paddling community is strong and it is important that we look out for each other. Please make sure that you are all adhering to your country’s COVID-19 guidelines and practice physical distancing wherever possible. 
 
Should you have any questions, please direct them to admin@ivfiv.org


10 March 2020 - COVID-19_ UPDATE for all involved in the 2020 IVF World Sprints - Hilo

The International Va'a Federation is working closely with the Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association in monitoring the situation and following-up on the recommendations of the World Health Organisation (WHO) and local authorities.

We continue to plan confidently for the event and currently have NO plans to postpone or cancel.

Whereas it is true that there are travel restrictions and bans for certain parts of the world, this situation is in flux, and we will keep you updated regularly with any news regarding COVID-19 and any impact that it may cause over the next few months.

Click here for a COVID-19 Preparedness and Frequently Asked Questions document, with helpful recommendations.

You can also stay connected with these organisations for regular updates regarding the virus:
  • Centres for Disease and Control (CDC) Link: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
  • Hawai‘i Department of Health Link: https://health.hawaii.gov/docd/advisories/novel-coronavirus-2019/
  • World Health Organization Link: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
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All travellers should make sure they review any and all information related to the virus (including but not limited to what we have provided).

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding your travel arrangements for the IVF World Sprints in Hilo in August we would advise you to speak directly to your travel agent or airline

Please contact your country’s IVF Area Coordinator with any area specific questions.



27 August 

​Invitations including important dates and information have been sent to our member countries for the 2020 IVF World Sprint Championships.  We are looking forward to having our Va'a community come together again in Hilo in August 2020 and exciting to be working with the Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association who are hosting the event. 

Should you have any questions please contact your national federation. http://www.ivfiv.org/members.html



20 August

Congratulations to all the countries, teams and paddlers! What a fantastic week of Va’a racing. Special thanks to AOCRA and all the event volunteers for hosting a fabulous week. 

Thank you to Mooloolaba and the Sunshine Coast Council for embracing the event also.

Congratulations to Tahiti, proving how strong they are once again by topping the medal tally. 

Follow the links below for photos and results

Official photos
Links for results
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​We look forward to seeing you all in Hawaii for the Hilo Va'a World Sprints 2020 and then in Samoa for the 2021 IVF World Distance Championship.
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11 August

Race schedule for IVF Va'a World Distance Champs

Follow this link - http://www.ivfiv.org/2019-world-distance-event-information.html

July 2019 

Advertisement for part time International Va’a Federation Administration Contract

The International Va’a Federation is currently seeking applicants for a part time Administrator.
Please review the full Job Descriptions attached

The role is designed for approximately 10 hours per week with some flexibility of hours required along with travel to international events and at least one Annual General meeting per year.

Applications should be sent the Secretary of the International Va’a Federation secretary@ivfiv.org by 30th July
Please use the application form below and provide a resume’/CV or relevant documentation that supports your application 

If you have any questions please contact secretary@ivfiv.org
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8 April 2019

​2020 IVF WORLD SPRINTS HILO, HAWAII - Provisional Dates
Below are the provisional dates for the IVF World Sprint Championships being held in Hilo

Please note that depending on entry numbers dates may change and extra days may be required.
 
15 August Course familiarization & Opening Ceremony 
16 August Course familiarization
17 August Elite World Championship and Para racing
18 August Elite World Championship and Para Racing
19 August Club World Championship
20 August Club World Championship
21 August Club World Championship
22 August Club World Championship
23 August Club World Championship

 



12 February 2019
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IVF Va'a World Distance Championships 2019


Venue: Mooloolaba, Sunshine Coast Australia
Date: Fri 9th Aug - Fri 16th Aug 2019 
Distance: Long Distance


Check out the event information under the events tab

23 July 2018
IVF Va'a World Sprints

Results can be found here
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Lane draw and race schedule for each day here

Follow Tahiti Va'a 2018 on Facebook for all event photos - ​https://www.facebook.com/tahitivaa2018/

16 July 2018
​Keep up to date - IVF Va'a World Sprints 2018

Racing will commence 19 July 2018 8.30am (Local Tahiti time)

TNTV will be streaming online here: https://www.tntv.pf/tahitivaa2018/

▶ More than 200 races broadcast live 
▶ 100% of the finals live 
▶ More than 26 hours of live action 
▶ A team of passionate experts 
▶ Daily TV shows 
▶ International viewing
▶ Commentary in Tahitian, French and English

Live results can be viewed here
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15 July 2018
​18th International Va'a Federation World Sprints, Tahiti 

Yesterday saw the official opening ceremony of the 18th International Va'a Federation World Sprints 2018, hosted by Tahiti.

The event will be broadcasted online by Tahiti Nui TV (TNTV) - full coverage of the ceremony can be viewed here

Head to the LOC facebook page for updates throughout the event www.facebook.com/tahitivaa2018/

Photo Credit: Va'a News Tahiti

20 June 2018
Para Information for 2018 World Sprint Championship

All Para Va’a paddlers will need to be reclassified prior to competition in Tahiti unless they have been classified at the recent
ICF World Cup events in Europe.

All other paddlers previous classifications are nulled and new classifications will take effect from this event.
Please ensure your paddlers have read the IVF Para Va’a Rules and information

Full information and forms can be found here ​http://www.ivfiv.org/para-vaa.html

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World Sprint Race Schedule 
Attached is the first draft of the event schedule for July's IVF World Sprint Championship.
The schedule will basically remain the same going forward however the times are suggested and everyone should be prepared BEFORE the posted time of a race.
Check in process requires teams to be available up to 1 hour prior to the posted event time.

June 1 Deadline:  All V1 entries must be identified to a paddler in your roster, AC's please review your entries on the registration site if you have not assigned a paddler (by editing the entry, selecting a name from available paddlers).

All entries can be viewed here: http://www.ivfiv.org/view-entries.html

62 Days to go!

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2019 IVF World Distance Championship Announcement 
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The International Va’a Federation is pleased to announce the dates  for the 2019 IVF World Distance Championship hosted by the Australian Outrigger Canoe Racing Association (AOCRA).

The official dates will be the 9th to 16th August 2019 with the event taking place on the Sunshine Coast.
The IVF also approve the inclusion of the following categories:
 Master 50 
 Master 60 
 Master 70 (reduced distance)

The inclusion of these categories will be reviewed by the IVF Board following the 2019 event and a decision will be made as to their continued inclusion.

The full list of categories for the 2019 IVF World Distance Championship shall be: 
 Junior 19 
 Open 
 Master 40 
 Master 50 
 Master 60 
 Master 70 (reduced distance) 
 Para (Mixed V6 reduced distance)

Each IVF Member country shall be eligible to enter one (1) team per category, male and female V6 and one (1) paddler per category, male and female V1
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Approved Event Dates
Training Friday 9th August 2019
Training Opening Ceremony & Saturday 10 August 2019
Training Sunday 11th August 2019
Race Day Monday 12 August 2019
Race Day Tuesday 13 August 2019
Race Day Wednesday 14 August 2019
Race Day Thursday 15 August 2019
Race Day & Closing Ceremony Friday 16 August 2019
Aussie Aito (Not and IVF event) Saturday 17th August 2019

Please contact secretary@ivfiv.org if you have any questions


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7 September 2017 

​Take part in the Va'a World Sprint Championships 2018 in Tahiti!

The 18th edition of the Va'a World Sprint Championships will take place from 16 to 26 July 2018. 

How to register ?
 
Registration for the 18th edition of the Va'a World Sprint Championships is made through your Area Coordinator.

LIST OF AREA COORDINATORs
You are an Area Coordinator ?
You can now access the registration for the Va'a World Sprint Championship Elite and Club 2018
LOG IN HERE
Please contact Linda Dresbach linda@ivfiv.org for help with registration

Event information
Go to the updated host website 2018 World Sprints Website
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4 September 2017

Tokyo 2020 Paralympic medal event programme announced - Para Va'a included in Canoe events.


The Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games will feature 4,400 athletes who will compete in 537 medal events the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has announced.

The final medal event programme and athlete quotas were approved by the IPC Governing Board on Monday (4 September) following the conclusion of a 10-month-long consultation exercise.

This will include the inclusion of three va’a class events: 
  • Men V1 (VL2)
  • Men V1 (VL3)
  • Women V1 (VL2)

A full breakdown of the events can be found here.

More information here: 
https://tokyo2020.jp/en/​

13 July 2017

International Va'a Federation Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2017 - 26 June 2017

The annual general meeting for the IVF was held on Monday 26th June 2017 at the Pirae Town Hall, Tahiti. The AGM was attended by over 20 countries. Thank you to Mayor Édouard Fritch and your staff for your hospitality of the IVF Delegation.

The Strategic Plan for 2017-2020 was approved at the meeting and can be found here http://www.ivfiv.org/ivf-strategic-plan.html

Minutes from meeting will be posted online in the coming weeks. Please contact secretary@ivfiv.org if you have any further questions​
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 6 July 2017

IVF Va'a World Distance Results and Photos

Results can be found here: ​http://www.ivfiv.org/world-distance-results.html
Photos can be found here supplied by Va'a News Tahiti: https://www.facebook.com/tahitivaa2018/


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14 June 2017

ANNOUNCEMENT: 2017 General Meeting of the IVF Membership
When: Monday, June 26, 2017
Location: Pirae City Council office, Tahiti - http://bit.ly/2rtefPx
Time: 9.00am - 4:00pm
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More information here: http://www.ivfiv.org/annual-general-meeting.html


14 June 2017

IVF Va'a World Distance Championships 2017

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found here


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19 May 2017

IVF Va'a World Distance Championships 2017 - UPDATED


Race schedule for the ​World Distance Championships to be held in 6 weeks has been updated here - ​http://www.ivfiv.org/schedule.html


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20 October 2016

IVF World Distance Championships 2019


​Congratulations to the Australian Outrigger Canoe Racing Association and their successful bid for the 2019 IVF World Distance Championships.

The 2019 World Distance Champs will be held in Mooloolaba on the Sunshine Coast, Australia.


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IVF World Elite and Club Sprint Championships 2020

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After a successful bid process, the IVF is happy to announce the 2020 IVF World Elite and Club Sprint Championships will be hosted by the Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association at Hilo Bay, Hawaii in 2020.

The IVF wishes HCRA all the best and is looking forward to heading to Hilo, Hawaii in 2020.
More information regarding this event will be posted in due course.
Mahalo


19 October 2016
The International Va’a Federation Annual General Meeting was held in Honolulu, Hawaii from 10-12 October. The meeting was very positive and uplifting, with a number of great discussions from member delegates from all over the world.

The result of the elections held at the AGM are as below:

President - Lara Collins
Treasurer - Cam Taylor
Secretary - Linda Dresbach

​Board:
Torey Browne - PNW Orca
Mark Forbes – Australia
Janet Maki - Cook Island
Alfred Mata - Tahiti
Lynda Roberts - Canada
 
The board would like to thank Jerome Friedrich (Germany) and Nicolas Bourlon (Brazil)for their service to the IVF and also congratulate the newly appointed officers of the IVF.
Below are a few photos of the delegates from the 2016 AGM which included a sunrise paddle with Nappy Napoleon and his club Anuenue.
 
Thank you to all attendees, for your time and input into the meeting.
 
Mahalo and we hope to see you in Tahiti for the inaugural IVF World Distance Championship in June 2017
 
​We are excited to announce our next two major events being hosted in Tahiti:
The Inaugural IVF World Distance Championship and the 2018 IVF World Elite and World Club Sprint Championships 
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