The IBC World Tour has unveiled its new structure for the 2025-2026 seasons, an evolution designed to expand opportunities and create a more inclusive and professional circuit. This transformation, which was previously detailed in a published article, is now explained in a special video featuring Jay Reale, where he breaks down the key changes and their impact on athletes, promoters, and federations worldwide.
๐ฅ Watch the full explanation by Jay Reale here
๐ A More Collaborative and Professional Tour
The new structure reinforces the IBCโs commitment to working closely with local and regional federations and associations, ensuring a unified competitive framework and expanding access to the world tour.
๐ Junior Rising Series: A Game-Changer for Young Athletes
The Junior Rising Series creates a dedicated space for young athletes to compete and develop within a structured local, regional, and national ranking system, reducing the financial and educational burdens of international travel.
๐น A clearer pathway to the Grand Finals through local and regional results
๐น More accessible events for junior competitors
๐น Optimized waiting periods for better wave conditions in Prime Series events
๐ Prime Series & Rising Series: A Clear Event Structure
The IBC World Tour 2025-2026 introduces two distinct event categories:
๐น Prime Series (Elite-Level Events)
Reserved for the best Men and Women athletes, Prime Series events feature:
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Extended waiting periods for optimal wave conditions
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World-class waves and top-tier production
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The highest ranking points on the tour
๐น Rising Series (More Opportunities for All)
Designed to increase participation and support bodyboarding at all levels, the Rising Series will:
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Provide a more accessible pathway for athletes
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Encourage regional and national event development
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Ensure a standardized scoring system under IBC guidelines
๐ A New Global Ranking System
Athletes will now be ranked based on:
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The top 4 results from Prime and Rising Series events
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Performance in national and regional rankings
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A cumulative system that rewards consistency and competitive progression
๐ A More Accessible, Professional & Sustainable Circuit
The IBC World Tour 2025-2026 marks a new era in competitive bodyboarding, creating a fairer, more structured, and sustainable ecosystem for athletes, promoters, and event organizers.
๐ฅ Want to know more? Watch Jay Realeโs full breakdown and stay informed about the future of the IBC World Tour!
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