Shark Island Trials 2026

Author: Toby Player  Date Posted:23 March 2026 

Shark Island Challenge 2026 Trials are open!

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Event Overview
The Shark Island Challenge Trials offer athletes a chance to earn a spot in the main event, testing their skills in world-class waves at an iconic break. This high-stakes competition is a proving ground for elite bodyboarders, demanding skill, courage, and commitment.
Event Window: 17 - 19 April 2026 
Primary locations: The Island and The Point (conditions permitting)
Back up locations: Sandshoes, Wanda, Elouera, Cronulla,
Cost: $250 + GST

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Key Dates
    •    Entries Open: 19th March, 2026, 9:00AM
    •    Entries Close: 10th April, 2026, 5:00PM



Age Divisions
    •    Open Men
    •    Open Women
    •     The top 2 competitors from each division advance to the main event.


Format
    •    Heat Size: 4 surfers max.
    •    Heat Duration: 20 minutes.
    •    Seeding: Athletes will be randomly placed in the opening round.
    •    Progression: If the schedule allows, a second-chance elimination round will be included.Straight knockout with 50% progression.
    •    Scoring: The best two waves will count towards the surfer’s final heat score.
    •    Priority: At the discretion of the Priority Judge

Heat Draw and Schedule
    •    The heat draw and schedule will be available two days before your event at SNSW Live Heats unless advised otherwise.
    •    Note: Heat draws and schedules are subject to change*
    •    Location will be confirmed on the morning of the event via SNSW socials

 Conditions
    •    Refunds: No refunds will be issued within 14 days of the event. All refunds will incur a $10 admin fee.

Contact
    •    Email: events@surfingnsw.com.au
    
 


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