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Oct 2

Live Like Maria Freestyle Classic US Team Trials

Adventure
Competitions
  • Date & Time

    October 2, 10:00 AM – October 4, 2026, 3:00 PM

  • Location

    Nantahala, NC

  • Price

    40

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Description

The Live Like Maria Freestyle Classic & US Team Trials will take place October 2–4 at NOC in partnership with the ACA USA Freestyle Organization. NOC offers a world-class competition feature and convenient on-site lodging and dining within walking distance of the wave. We look forward to seeing you on the water!

Registration

Entry Fee: $40 (covers all eligible classes)

Registration Deadline: September 30

Proceeds: Support the event and the USA Freestyle Team

  • One entry fee per class (e.g., K1 and C1). Competitors must enter only within their age group (e.g., Juniors may not compete in Senior classes).
  • Registration Requirements: Active ACA Competition Membership and Competition License for those 18 and older.

Classes

  • Men’s & Women’s K1: Senior, U23 (18–23), Junior
  • Men’s & Women’s C1: Senior, Junior
  • Men’s & Women’s OC1

Schedule

  • Friday, Oct 2: Practice Day (10:00 AM–3:00 PM release; ~2 hrs to reach feature)
  • Saturday, Oct 3: Competition (starts ~11:30 AM; some finals may occur)
    • Water release: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
  • Sunday, Oct 4: Finals Day
    • Water release: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

Official heats and start times will be posted on-site during practice.

Water release and arrival times are subject to change

Lodging

  • Nantahala Outdoor Center, 10% off lodging!
    •  Call our Central Reservations office at 828-785-5082 and mention “Team USA” for special rate
    • Register online and enter in code TEAMUSA26
  • Please note NOC does not offer RV camping. Please reference the registration link for RV camping options in the area.

 

 

 

 

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