Karl Heinz Englet - German
Karl Heinz Englet is one of the most prominent event organisers in the world of paddlesports.
Organisation
In the right column, or at the bottom for mobile, you can choose between: the WPA Academy, our Partners, the WPA Team, the awards, the different paddlesports and federations.
Katayoon Ashraf - Iranian
Katayoon Ashraf has inspired a whole generation of female paddlers, ensuring they are equipped with vital life skills both on and off the water.
Lluis Rabaneda - Spanish
ICF Chair Canoe Freestyle Committee, CEO of ROCROI, Director of Noguera Pallaresa River Festival.
Manuel Busto Fernández - Spanish
10-time kayak marathon World Champion (6 in singles, 4 in doubles), 4-time European Champion, a true paddlesports legend.
Marie Coetzee Nieman - South African
Mother of deceased kayak/raft explorer Hendri Coetzee and Founder/Member of the Hendri Coetzee Trust.
Ole Torp - Danish
As the founder of Dansprint, Ole is dedicated to ensuring paddlers are given all of the possible tools to succeed.
Pam Boteler - American
President of WomenCAN International (advocate for women's canoeing) and an exceptional 10-year career in canoe sprint.
Richard Fox - British / Australian
Performance Director at Australian Canoeing and one of the greatest athletes in kayak slalom history with 10 World Championships titles.