South Wales Wave Classic
27th-29th (inc) March 2026 (TBC)
About the event
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Round 3 of the BWA National Tour.
Porthcawl hides a hidden gem in the form of a starboard tack point break that has some of the best down the line wave riding potential in the UK!
Entry opens: Friday 16th January 2026
Entry closes: Friday 13th March 2026
(Refunds for entries will not be offered after 13/03/26).
Wales South: Round 3
Location: Porthcawl
Event Type: Fixed dates. All categories for all competitors. No pro day
Dates: 27th–29th (inc) March 2026
Event Host: Jim Brooks-Dowsett, Pura Vida Boardriders
Email:jim@puravidaboardriders.co.uk
Contact: 02920711946 / 07970420998
Kids Training: Courtesy of James Hardy. See “Youth Camp Details” for further information.
Headline Sponsor - Puravida Boardriders
Event Supporters - Coney Surf Beach Cafe, Oshea, Simmer Style, Da-Kine
Event HQ: Coney Surf Cafe, Trecco Bay Point
The South Wales Wave Classic 2026 (in association with Puravida Boardriders) is a ‘Fixed Dates’ event. Competitors can gain points towards regional champion status, but it will not count towards UK tour titles.
In the event your category is full, email for waiting list info.
The South Wales Wave Classic is a fixed dates event that will count towards Welsh National titles.
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James Hardy will be the coordinator.
Dates: 28th–29th March 2026
Ongoing on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th at a suitable venue close to the event HQ.
Location to be determined according to forecast on the day.
Minimum Entry Level Requirement: Competent beach-starting ability, with water-starting ability desirable.
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Event Classification
The South Wales Wave Classic 2026 (in association with Puravida Boardriders) is a ‘Fixed Dates’ event. Competitors can gain points towards regional champion status, but it will not count towards UK tour titles.
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A fixed dates event is an event that is called on or off on the strength of the forecast by the Event Host. In the event of there being no forecast to proceed and the event is called off, riders will all be notified and refunds will be issued accordingly. No refunds will be issued after the closure of online entry if the event proceeds.
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