Event Partner – International Canoe Federation
The International Canoe Federation (ICF) is the umbrella organization of all national canoe organisations worldwide. It is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, and administers all aspects of canoe sport worldwide.
The ICF origins date back over 90 years and it now has 167 member countries. The ICF oversees the rules of the sport and the World Championship and World Cup programmes.
Event Partner – British Canoeing
British Canoeing is the United Kingdom’s Governing Body for the sport and recreation of canoeing and kayaking. The purpose of the organisation is to “Inspire people to pursue a passion for paddling; for health, enjoyment, friendship, challenge and achievement”.
Event Partner – UK Sport
We are the UK’s trusted high-performance experts, powering our greatest athletes, teams, sports and events to achieve positive success. Through strategic leadership and investment of National Lottery and Government funds since 1997, UK Sport has transformed the high-performance sporting system, winning more Olympic and Paralympic medals than ever before and is recognised as one of the top nations in the world for event hosting capabilities.
They will provide significant funding and support through the planning processes for the event.
Event Partner – Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority is responsible for the 26 mile long, 10,000 acre park with its huge variety of award winning green spaces, world class sports venues and ecologically vital wildlife havens.
One of these venues is the Lee Valley White Water Centre which will host the event.
Event Partner – Canoe Foundation
The Canoe Foundation is the official charity of the 2023 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships. The Foundation supports the Clear Access, Clear Waters campaign to improve sustainable places to paddle on UK waterways and coastline. As part of the partnership with the ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships, we are raising funds to support projects in the Lee Valley area.
Event Partner – Gill
Created in 1975, Gill is now an established and trusted technical apparel brand, with their latest range being put through its paces by the Great Britain Sail GP team, led by Sir Ben Ainslie. Gill’s clothing and accessories have in recent years expanded across other outdoor water sports and lifestyle activities and the company is now firmly established in Paddlesport and are growing and developing its ranges further to better meet the needs of the global paddling community.
Event Partner – Erdinger
ERDINGER Alkoholfrei is brewed from natural ingredients, in accordance with the Bavarian purity law and provides the full-bodied refreshment you want from your beer, but at less than 0.5% ABV. As well as its isotonic properties, it contains vitamins B9 and B12 which promote the normal functioning of the body’s immune system making it an obvious choice for anyone who is active but still enjoys a beer.
Event Partner – Aquapac
Aquapac’s array waterproof cases enable you to protect your equipment whilst ensuring you have your phone on your person to make and receive calls in an emergency. Keep your phone safe from water damage with an Aquapac phone case or protect your electronics, keys and map with a multi-purpose case. Used by the RNLI, safety and rescue teams, as well as water sports enthusiasts around the world, a waterproof phone case is a priceless must-have when paddling.
Official Partner – Leach
Leach is trusted by the world’s best to deliver on the most exciting and innovative print and graphic display projects across the globe.
They worked as the official event dressers at the 2019 ICF World Cup at Lee Valley where they branded multiple areas of the event providing a cohesive professional finish that we are looking forward to seeing again in 2023.
Event Partner – VOW
Your Health, Our Mission: Our mission is to provide cutting-edge health and wellness products, dedicated to leveraging the latest scientific research to develop high-quality supplements and nutrition products. Our products are carefully formulated with premium ingredients, designed to meet the specific needs of athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and health-conscious individuals.
Elevating Health Through Science: Our manufacturing processes adhere to the highest standards of quality and safety, utilizing advanced technologies to ensure product purity, potency, and effectiveness. With a focus on evidence-based nutrition and a commitment to exceptional service, Vow Nutrition is at the forefront of the scientific revolution in health and fitness. Join us today and experience the power of science-backed nutrition.
Safe for Athletes: At VOW Nutrition, we understand that your reputation as an athlete is everything, and we take it just as seriously as our own. With up to 1 in 10 supplements being contaminated with banned substances, it’s critical to choose a nutrition partner that shares your dedication to performance and safety.
That’s why VOW Nutrition is committed to providing athletes at all levels with the safest and most effective sports nutrition products on the market.
Event Partner – UoH
Defined by the spirit of innovation and enterprise, the University of Hertfordshire has been an innovative, vocation-first educational force for more than 70 years. From our start as a leading educator within Britain’s aeronautical industry to our extensive offering today, we have always specialised in providing the environment and expertise needed to power every kind of potential. For our thriving community of more than 30,000 students from over 140 countries, that means high-quality teaching from experts engaged in groundbreaking research with real-world impact. Access to over 550 career-focused degree options and a chance to study at more than 170 universities worldwide, using outstanding, true to life facilities. And industry connections that offer professional networking opportunities which take talents even further.
We are Herts.
Herts. Beats Faster. Discover a place where ideas move at a different pace.
Event Partner – Aldi
Aldi is the Official Supermarket Partner of Team GB since 2015 and ParalympicsGB since 2022, supporting them through to Paris 2024.
Event Partner – Hummel
hummel is a Danish sports- and fashion-brand with a history leading back to 1923. hummel designs, produces and markets sportswear, training wear, equipment and sneakers for adults and children, male and female. Through the four product categories teamsport, footwear, kids, sport lifestyle as well as selected premium co-labs, hummel delivers new styles multiple times during the year with a mix of retro and contemporary trends.
Event Partner – Decathlon
Decathlon was founded in 1976 in Lille, France, with a mission to make sport accessible for the many. Decathlon UK opened its first store in Surrey Quays, London, in 1999 and has since developed into a successful UK sports’ retailer operating from over 47 stores nation-wide, online and through the Decathlon mobile app, giving its many customers a range of convenient ways to shop for their sporting needs. A family-owned company built on a love of sports and a passion for embracing the outdoors, Decathlon is a one-stop-shop for sports and outdoor pursuits alike. Catering for over 70 sporting disciplines, Decathlon has it covered. Top quality sports equipment, clothing and accessories with unbeatable value comes as standard at Decathlon, matched with expert staff on-hand in each store to share their passion for active lifestyles and trusted expertise.
Event Partner – CAMC
Champions of the great outdoors – from glamping to touring – the Caravan and Motorhome Club represents the interests of around one million caravan, motorhome, campervan and trailer tent owners across the UK. Founded in 1907, the Caravan and Motorhome Club has a wealth of experience and prides itself on offering great value and high quality campsites for tourers and glampers. Caravan and Motorhome Club membership is just £54 per year and provides members with access to 2700 quality campsites in the UK and overseas. For further information about becoming a member of the Caravan and Motorhome Club, please visit. Experience Freedom from the Caravan and Motorhome Club provides luxury accommodation in some of the most beautiful locations in the UK. Experience Freedom offers a choice of glamping accommodation, motorhome hire and tent camping, all of which are available to non-members. Caravan and Motorhome Club members receive a 10% discount on glamping and 15% discount on motorhome hire. Experience Freedom is operated by the Caravan and Motorhome Club, a membership organisation with a wealth of experience in operating high quality campsites.
