The APP is proud to be supporting India’s first International SUP event before the launch of the 2024 APP World Tour

(Press Release) Taking place from the 8th – 10th of March, the India Paddle Festival will be the first step in an exciting new development journey for the organization, as we anticipate significant growth in the region over the coming years.

Presented by Karnataka Tourism, the India Paddle Festival will welcome a selection of athletes from the APP World Tour, as well as other aspiring pros from the region, to Sasihitlu Beach in Mangalore for a weekend to remember.

It will also encourage up-and-coming local athletes to step up and be counted allowing them to learn from the visiting Pros in a unique and intimate environment. 

“We are thrilled to host some of the top international athletes, media, and APP teams for the first time in India”, says Kishore Kumar of the Surfing Swami Foundation.

CEO of the APP World Tour, Tristan Boxford added: “We are excited to make our first step in India with Surfing Swami Foundation and Karnataka Tourism for what is an ideal kick-off to an exciting future for the sport in the Country.”

In the meantime, stay tuned for news on the 2024 APP World Tour Season coming soon @appworldtour and www.appworldtour.com

Founded in the Hawaiian Islands and now headquartered in Ericeira, Portugal, the APP World Tour hosts events across the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, and has been crowning the Sports World Champions since 2010 for Stand Up Paddle Racing and Surfing disciplines.

Its events have been successful in bringing the surf and beach lifestyle to iconic Cities such as London, Paris, Osaka, Busan, New York, and San Francisco, uniting sporting excellence with participation at every level to celebrate sport, health, and wellness, and the protection of our precious environment. Its media delivery to 170+ countries worldwide has included NBC, CBS, Eurosport, Fox Australia, and many more global networks.