Australian bodyboarding champions will battle the Gold Coast surf in the International Boarding Committee (IBC) Future Pro’s Junior World Tour Rising Series on July 11-12, 2026.
The free spectator event will see around 50 young riders competing alongside international entrants, including competitors from Hawaii at Duranbah Beach.
Future Pro’s is the third international stop of the IBC Series, with riders given the opportunity to earn points towards the World Rankings and secure one of 48 coveted spots in the Junior Men Grand Final in Spain in October.
Event organiser and Gold Coast Bodyboard Club President Silas Ganciar said the competition represented an important stepping stone for young bodyboarders.
“The IBC Junior World Tour Rising Series provides a valuable pathway for the next generation of elite riders to gain international experience and recognition,” Mr Ganciar said.
“If last year’s competition is anything to go by, we’re expecting great conditions and plenty of excitement for spectators.”
Australia’s leading junior riders are expected to participate, including 2025 Australian Rising Series winner Ossian Mackenzie (Central Coast, NSW), Chase Thompson (Port Macquarie, NSW) and Bodi Hugin (Byron Hinterland, NSW).
To qualify, competitors must be under 19 years of age. Divisions include Super Grommets (under 12), Grommets (under 14), Cadets (under 16), Juniors (under 19) and Girls (under 18).
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