The International Rafting Federation (IRF) is recognised as the legitimate world governing body for rafting. Since 1997, we work with the global rafting community – sport, recreational, commercial, environmental and sustainability organisations – to advance all avenues and concerns of rafting.
We are a non-profit, democratic, global affiliation of national federations and sporting entities. Together we are responsible for fostering fair, credible and legitimate international rafting competition at all levels, and leading in raft guide standards the world over.
Latest news:

World Rafting Championships 2021 in an unpredictable year
As we move through February the IRF finds itself answering regular queries about our World Rafting Championships 2021 in China – is it happening or

Never stop pushing limits: Jezza Williams’ story of determination
Imagine suddenly finding yourself no longer able to go rafting. One day you’re a great adventurer, enjoying the wilds of nature, guiding in stunning locations

GTE Conference 2021 plans
Many events over the past year have had to rethink how they operate. The IRF GTE Conference 2021 is no different. Large numbers of events
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