BE PART OF THE STARBOARD SAYULITA SUP OPEN 2025! March in Sayulita, Mexico.

Get ready to experience the vibrant surf and paddle board culture of Sayulita, Nayarit, Mexico, at the Starboard Sayulita SUP OPEN! This exciting event unites elite athletes and rising stars to compete in SUP Surf, Long Distance, and Technical races. Honoring the legacy of the Punta Sayulita Classic and the SUP ISA World Championships, the event celebrates the heart of Sayulita’s water sports culture.

It’s a gathering for everyone—kids, parents, and recreational paddlers—offering a unique chance to connect with professionals and inspire the next generation to chase their dreams in the sport. Join us in sharing the love for surfing and paddle boarding with the world, starting right here in Sayulita. We can’t wait to see you there!

REGISTRATION

We want to share our love for SUP culture with the world, and we want you to be a part of it!  The SUP OPEN features family and spectator events day and night in one of Mexico’s Pueblo Magico towns, Sayulita MEXICO. We attract international athletes like ten time World Champion Conner Baxter from Hawaii, two time World Champion Luchy Cosoleto from Argentina, Henere Harrys from Tahiti, Juliette DuHaime from Argentina and Maximilian Torres from Puerto Rico.

For Junior, Masters, and Open Divisions. REGISTER HERE

For Starship Races and Family Events.  REGISTER HERE

CATEGORIES WITH PRIZE PURSE

Sayulita SUP OPEN brings together the best athletes and young competitors in SUP Surf, Long Distance and Technical racing, in Sayulita, Nayarit, Mexico. We want to share our love for surfing and paddleboarding culture with the world, starting from Sayulita, and we want you to be part of this experience!

SUP Technical Race Open / Men – Women
SUP Distance Race / Men – Women
SUP Surfing Open / Men – Women

FIRST PLACE

$10,000 MXN

SECOND PLACE

$5,000 MXN

THIRD PLACE

$3,000 MXN

FOURTH PLACE

$2,000 MXN
  • ONLY SUP SURF

FUN RACES

More than a competition, it’s an opportunity to share, laugh, and enjoy a unique experience on the water, regardless of your skill level or age.

Prizes will be awarded separately for men and women in each of the following categories, as long as there is a minimum of three athletes registered in the respective category.

  • Junior 10 and under
  • Junior 11 to 18
  • All Ages 18 – 39
  • Master 40 – 59
  • Grand Master 60 +

MEET LUCHY COSOLETO’S SUP SURF CLINIC IN SAYULITA THIS 2025

Our SUP Surf Clinic is designed to help participants enhance their technical skills, refine competition tactics, and master the effective use of the paddle on waves. The program consists of three 30–40-minute sessions, each focused on specific objectives to ensure participants can apply and improve their techniques in the water.

An essential part of the clinic includes video analysis of the training, allowing participants to review their performance, identify areas for improvement, and make precise corrections to advance their skills.

SAYULITA SUP OPEN EVENT PROGRAM 

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

FEBRARY, FRIDAY 28

REGISTRATION OF COMPETITORS
4:00 – 6:00 PM
TACOS AND DJ
6:00 – 10:00 PM

MARCH, SATURDAY 1

CAPTAINS MEETING
8:00 AM
SUP SURFING COMPETITION
8:20 – 10:00 AM
TECHNICAL RACE / OPEN MASTERS
10:00 – 11:00 AM
JUNIORS TECHNICAL RACE
10:15 – 11:15 AM
AMATEURS FUN RACE
12:00 – 1:00 PM
JR AMATEURS FUN RACE
1:00 – 2:00 PM
COMPETENCIA SUP SURFING
12:20 – 5:00 PM
STARSHIP TEAM RACING
2:00 – 5:00 PM

MARCH, SUNDAY 2

BEACH CLEANING
8:00 – 10:00 AM
LONG DISTANCE / MASTERS / OPEN 10K
8:15 – 10:15 AM
JUNIOR LONG DISTANCE
10:00 – 12:00 PM
SUP SURFING COMPETITION
11:00 – 12:00 PM
AMATEURS FUN RACE
12:00 – 1:00 PM
JR AMATEURS FUN RACE
1:00 – 5:00 PM
STARSHIP TEAM RACING
5:00 – 6:00 PM
AWARD CEREMONY
6:00 – 11:00 PM

JOIN A TEAM OR MAKE YOUR TEAM

Be part of the action at the Sayulita SUP Open 2025! Starship Racing invites you to sign up your team that will compete in this exciting event. This is your chance to represent not only your skills, but also the support of a brand that backs the best paddleboarding athletes in the world.

With the support of local businesses committed to sport and the community, you will have the resources and visibility necessary to stand out in the competition.

Get ready to show off your talent, connect with other sports enthusiasts and enjoy a unique experience in Sayulita. Ready to be part of a team that reflects the best of SUP? Your place at Starship Racing awaits!

RENT A RACE BOARD @SURFMEXICO

In partnership with Starboard, the world’s leading stand-up paddleboarding brand, we stock a fleet of their top-rated racing boards, designed for speed, precision and performance. Many of our boards are available in ultra-light carbon fiber, ensuring you have the edge to glide effortlessly across the water. Gear up for your next race or simply enjoy a day on the water without worrying about transportation.

Race Board available for rent:

  • 14’0” x 26” All Star Carbon Sandwich
  • 14’0” x 24” Inflatable All Star Airline
  • 14’0” x 21.5” Ace Wood Carbon
  • 14’0” x 22” Infinity Black Fish Race
  • 14’0” x 25” Gen R Blue Carbon
  • 12’6” x 30” Inflatable Generation
  • 14’0” x 20.7” Bark Commander
  • 14’0” x 18” Sprint Wood Carbon
  • 14’0” x 21.5” Gen R Carbon
  • 14’0” x 23” Sprint Carbon Sandwich
  • 14’0” x 24.5” All Star Carbon Sandwich
  • 14’0” x 26” All Star Carbon Sandwich

WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS

We are partnering with Pro Sayulita, an organization committed to improving the quality of life in Sayulita. We will donate a portion of the proceeds from the Sayulita SUP Open 2025 to support sustainable initiatives that address waste and recycling challenges in the community. This includes implementing new collection routes and installing additional containers throughout the town, contributing to the care and preservation of the environment that makes Sayulita unique. Together, we can make a difference in the community and in sport.

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