Lifesaving World Championships 2026.

Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa, is preparing to welcome the world for the Lifesaving World Championships 2026 (LWC 2026), an international celebration of lifesaving sport, athletic excellence and the mission to save lives.

Thousands of athletes, coaches, volunteers and supporters from around the world will gather in Nelson Mandela Bay for a festival of courage, discipline and teamwork. With between 3,500 and 6,000 athletes expected to compete across surf, pool and beach disciplines, LWC 2026 promises to be a spectacular celebration of sport and purpose on African soil.

The championships will bring world-class sporting action to the region, showcasing the skill, endurance and dedication of lifesaving competitors while highlighting the vital role of lifesaving in protecting lives in and around the water.

Athletes planning to compete are encouraged to secure their entries as soon as possible. Entry fees increase on 23 October 2026, so make sure you enter before the price increase.

Whether you are an athlete preparing to compete or a supporter planning to experience the excitement, the official LWC 2026 website is your central source of information. Find event details, registration information, venue locations, site maps, competition disciplines, accommodation options, travel information and the full event schedule.

Start planning your journey to Nelson Mandela Bay and be part of an extraordinary international sporting event that celebrates athletic achievement, teamwork and the lifesaving spirit.

Visit www.lifesaving2026.com for event information and entries.

For further enquiries, contact Lifesaving South Africa on 031 312 9251 or email headoffice@lifesaving.co.za.

#LWC 2026 – The world comes together in Nelson Mandela Bay to celebrate lifesaving sport and the mission to save lives.