A new era in stationary wave riding began in the spring of 2026 as the German Surfing Federation (DWV) officially launched the first-ever German National Rapid Surf Team (Rapid-Surf Nationalkader). This ground-breaking development marks the transition of rapid surfing from an urban subculture into a fully structured, highly professional competitive sport. Designed to provide systematic support, intensive training camps, and specialized athletic coaching, the establishment of the national team ensures that Germany's elite wave riders are fully prepared to dominate the global stage.
The driving force behind assembling this historic national squad is the upcoming Euro Rapid Surf 2026. Hosted by Swiss Surfing on behalf of the European Surfing Federation (ESF), this milestone event will be the first official continental championship dedicated entirely to rapid surfing.
- Date: September 23rd to 26th, 2026
- Location: The indoor standing wave at OANA in Ebikon (Lucerne), Switzerland
- Significance: As the first international championship of its kind, the event sets the stage for a massive high-performance showdown among Europe's top nations.
Since its formation, the team has embraced a rigorous professional regime. The athletes do not just compete independently; they operate as a unified squad (Surf Team Germany) under the national banner. In July 2026, the team completed high-intensity national training camps at elite venues like Surflux in Luxembourg. These camps focus on non-stop technical progression, physical conditioning, and perfecting high-scoring, rapid trick combinations to ensure peak execution on artificial waves.
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