The Avon Schools Challenge
The Avon School’s Challenge is the new integral part of Northam’s Avon Descent Association’s long term commitment to developing physical and mental health across Western Australia and fostering a new generation of athletes.
Get in contact today to discuss your school’s participation in WA’s newest inter-school competition in 2019.
In 2019 Northam’s Avon Descent Association in partnership with the City of Armadale are very proud to announce the introduction of the Avon Schools Challenge Development Fund.
This fund will be a significant first step towards helping to kickstart sporting and fitness programs for participating schools. Its objective is to award funds in a range of categories for both performance and participation including fastest male, fastest female, highest point score and most participants by an attending school.
We are excited about this new partnership and it represents part of our long term commitment to the growth of paddling in WA and improving physical and mental health at all levels. It is only through programs like this that we can ensure that the Avon Schools Challenge competitors of today can become the Avon Descent and Olympic champions of tomorrow.
The Avon Schools Challenge Races in 2019
The Avon School Challenge
Short Races
1km & 2km Circuit
21st July 2019, 2:30pm
Open to all juniors in singles or double craft.
$15 entry
Fees go towards prize pool
The Avon Schools Challenge 30km Race
3rd August 2019
Students 14-21 years compete in the first 30km of the Avon Descent, starting on the Avon Descent start line in Northam and finishing in Toodyay.
$40 entry (early bird $35 and includes entry to short races)
Fees go towards prize pool
Avon Schools Challenge 1km & 2km Short Races
Overview
- What: Flat paddle circuit race in singles and doubles
- Who: Ages 14-21 years in the year of the event.
- Ages 12-14 will be permitted subject to approval.
- When: 21st July 2019, from 2:30pm
- Where: Champion Lakes Regatta Centre in the City of Armadale.
- Course: 1km beginner course and 2km more advanced course. Starting and finishing at Competition Finish tower.
- All paddle craft formats are permitted – Single and Double, Kayak, Canoes and Skis
- Participation using other types of paddlecraft is flexible
- Placement and spot prizes will be awarded awarded on the day.
Terms of Participation
- Participation open to students aged 14 – 21 years inclusive, with age divisions devised where necessary. Ages 12-14 subject to prior approval.
- Students do not need to enter through a School specifically but a school must be nominated for the awarding of any school prizes
- Students will be given 2x BLUE Race ID Craft Stickers that must be attached to craft in order for us to record a finishing time. PFDs are required for competitors under 18 years.
Entry Fees
- $15 per person (short races)
Avon Schools Challenge 30km Race
Overview
- What: Downriver paddle racing in singles, doubles and relay formats
- Who: Ages 14 – 21 years in the year of the event.
- When: 3rd August 2019 (approx start 9:00 am)
- Where: Starting in Northam on the Saturday morning of the Avon Descent weekend and finishing on the shores of the Toodyay International Food Festival and Family Fun day.
- Course: 32km of downriver paddling in the picturesque Avon River
- All paddle craft formats can compete – Single and Double Kayaks, Canoes and Skis
- All paddle craft formats are permitted – Single and Double, Kayak, Canoes and Skis
- Participation using other types of paddlecraft is flexible and we encourage you to get in touch to discuss further
- All participating students will receive an Avon Descent entry race pack
- Prizes and medals will be awarded to schools and a winner’s ceremony will be conducted on the day.
Terms of Participation
- Participation open to students aged 14 – 21 years inclusive, with age divisions devised where necessary.
- Students do not need to enter through a School specifically but a school must be nominated for the awarding of any school prizes
- There is a compulsory portage at Williamson Weir
- Portage at Katrine Bridge is recommended only in high water
- We will happily accommodate schools providing on-water adult supervision however this is not a requirement to participate
- Students will be given 2x BLUE Race ID Craft Stickers that must be attached to craft in order for us to record a finishing time.
- Paddling fitness, provision of helmets and PFDs and eligibility to compete will be the responsibility of schools or other responsible representatives
Entry Fees
- $40.00 per person (30km race)
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