Bring the World's Best
Bodyboarders
to Your Beach.
Your destination. Your event. Your global stage.
The IBC World Tour – Rising Series is your entry point into the world's premier bodyboarding circuit. An accessible, learn-by-doing model that gives local promoters the full IBC framework, global media reach, and hands-on technical support to host a world-class competition.
Your Starting Point.
Your Proving Ground.
Two tiers. One world tour. One clear path to the top.
The IBC World Tour operates across two distinct competition levels. Understanding where the Rising Series fits — and where it leads — is the first step to becoming an official IBC event host.
The Development
Engine
Accessible. Structured. Supported. The Rising Series lets promoters build operational capacity with full IBC guidance — lower entry requirements, flexible formats, real officials, and real world-ranking points.
- Men's and Women's Divisions
- Junior Development Divisions
- Prize money from $2,500 USD (Junior Qualifying)
- Prize money from $5,000 USD (Men's / Women's)
- IBC Certified Officials included
- Optional Live Webcast (under 3,000 pts)
- Full IBC support and guidance
The Elite
Stage
The pinnacle of professional bodyboarding. Reserved for promoters with proven experience and world-class infrastructure. Every detail, from technical operations to athlete welfare and broadcast aesthetics, must reflect the highest international standards.
- World's top-ranked athletes
- Mandatory Live Webcast broadcast
- Prize money from $25,000 USD (Women) / $35,000 USD (Men)
- Maximum global media exposure
- World Championship qualification
"The IBC acts as a development and support partner — guiding promoters to build events that are technically solid, economically sustainable, and internationally relevant."
An Investment in
Your Destination.
Not an expense. A catalyst for economic growth, global visibility, and community impact.
Hosting an IBC Rising Series stop means acquiring a global entertainment franchise — one that generates measurable media traction, injects immediate economic activity, and transforms your community's international profile.
Massive Organic Exposure
Your destination reaches a global audience through IBC's broadcasts and social media — YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. Every heat, every ride becomes content that puts your beach on the international map.
Weeks of Local Spending
Elite athletes, IBC officials, media crews, and staff arrive weeks in advance — filling your hotels, restaurants, and businesses before competition even begins.
Sustainable Wave Tourism
Hosting an IBC stop permanently positions your destination on the global surf-travel map — often during off-peak seasons, boosting hotel occupancy when you need it most.
Grassroots & Environmental Impact
As a non-profit governing body, IBC prioritizes equal access to sport, grassroots development, and environmental responsibility — including beach clean-up activations and youth development programs.
Bodyboarding as a Social Engine.
Accelerating Local Talent
An IBC event is a living masterclass. Local athletes compete shoulder-to-shoulder with the world's best — raising their level through direct exposure to elite technique, mindset, and competitive culture.
Reconnecting Youth with the Ocean
In an era defined by screen dependency, bodyboarding offers a powerful antidote. A child inspired by an IBC event is a child drawn back to the ocean — to physical effort, to nature, to real human connection.
A Catalyst for the Whole Region
The economic impact of an IBC event extends well beyond event week. Direct investment flows into local suppliers, logistics, hospitality, and services — activating industries that benefit the entire community.
Ready to bring this to your destination?
Technical
Requirements.
Everything you need to build a technically solid, IBC-certified event. Select a category to explore in detail.
Financial Requirements
The Rising Series is designed to be financially accessible while maintaining elite standards. Prize money, license fees, and entry fees scale with the event's point value and competitive level.
Prize Money — Men & Women
| Points | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| 500 pts | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| 1,000 pts | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| 1,500 pts | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| 2,000 pts | $20,000 | $20,000 ★ |
| 2,500 pts | $25,000 | — |
| 3,000 pts ★ | $30,000 ★ | — |
Junior Prize Money
| Category | Prize | License | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qualifying Event | $2,500 | $500 | $10 / max $100 |
| Qualifying Event (Enhanced) | $5,000 | $500 | $10 / max $100 |
| Grand Final | $10,000 | $1,500 | $25 / max $200 |
Masters & Drop Knee
Only run as World Championship format. A World Tour requires ≥3 events on ≥2 continents; otherwise runs as a standalone World Championship.
| Division | Prize | License | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masters World C. | $10,000 | $1,500 | $25 / max $200 |
| Drop Knee World C. | $10,000 | $1,500 | $25 / max $200 |
Men & Women License & Entry Fees by Level
| Points | License Fee | Entry Fee | Max Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 pts | $500 | $10 | $100 |
| 1,000 pts | $1,000 | $15 | $100 |
| 1,500 pts | $1,500 | $20 | $150 |
| 2,000 pts | $2,000 | $30 | $150 |
| 2,500 pts | $2,500 | $40 | $200 |
| 3,000 pts ★ | $3,000 | $50 | $200 |
★ Men 3,000 pts and Women 2,000 pts require mandatory IBC Live Streaming production.
50% of the license fee must be paid to add the event to the IBC calendar. 100% must be paid no later than 90 days before the event start date. The earlier you confirm, the higher the expected athlete participation — top athletes plan their season strategies months in advance.
From Inquiry to
World Tour Stop.
Five clear steps. Full IBC support at every stage.
Initial Contact
Submit your promoter inquiry via the application form. The IBC Tour Manager will review your destination, budget, and objectives and respond within 5 business days.
Technical Assessment
The IBC Tour Manager confirms technical feasibility of your venue and coordinates timelines. Administrative requirements are reviewed and the event is assessed for IBC sanctioning.
Sanctioning & Calendar
50% of the license fee is paid to add your event to the official IBC calendar. Full payment (100%) is due no later than 90 days before the event start date.
Logistics Alignment
Travel, accommodation, and transfers for all IBC officials are coordinated with the IBC Operations & Logistics department. Your team and IBC's team work in full sync.
Event Execution
The IBC Technical Director and Head Judge arrive on-site. Competition runs per IBC Rule Book standards. Your team operates the infrastructure; IBC handles all sporting decisions.
Apply to Host
an IBC Event.
Fill out the form below and the IBC Tour Manager will contact you within 5 business days to discuss your destination's potential.