Kirikiriroa
Hamilton
Sat 24 & Sun 25 Jan 2026
PUSH PLAY MANU SESSIONS 9am & 12:50pm Sat & Sun
SIGN UP FROM 3 NOV
Welcome to Z Manu World Champs in Hamilton!
The Z Manu World Champs will hit KIRIKIRIROA Hamilton with an SUPER QUALIFIER at Waterworld on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 January.
Get ready to make a splash at Waterworld, the ultimate venue for our Hamilton heats of the Z Manu World Champs.
We’re set to find 20 finalists across both the Manu and Freestyle divisions who will go head-to-head at the Grand Final in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland, on 14 March 2026.
As well as the main comp, we’ve got two Push Play sessions each day where anyone can give it a go, whether you’re keen to try your first Manu or just want to jump in for the fun of it.
There’ll be giveaways and games throughout the day, including Burger King’s Manus for Manus, Tip Top’s Shoot to Scoop, and the always-popular Snickers Ball challenge.
Come watch, give it a go, or just jump on in and sign up!
Check out the full timetable below
Event schedule
Sat 24 January
| 9:00am | Registration & Check in Open |
| 9:00am | Push Play |
| 10:00am | Heat 1 |
| 11:00am | Heat 2 |
| 11:50am | Tip Top Shoot to Scoop |
| 12:00pm | Heat 3 |
| 12:50pm | Push Play |
| 1:45pm | Burger King Manus for Manus |
| 2:00pm | Heat 4 – FEMALE ONLY |
| 3:00pm | Heat 5 |
| 3:50pm | Snickers Ball |
Sun 25 January
| 9:00am | Registration & Check in Open |
| 9:00am | Push Play |
| 10:00am | Heat 1 |
| 11:00am | Heat 2 |
| 11:50am | Tip Top Shoot to Scoop |
| 12:00pm | Heat 3 |
| 12:50pm | Push Play |
| 1:45pm | Burger King Manus for Manus |
| 2:00pm | Heat 4 |
| 3:00pm | Heat 5 |
| 3:50pm | Snickers Ball |
Location
Waterworld, Garnett Avenue, Te Rapa, Hamilton
Push Play Sessions
9:00am & 12:50pm
SAT & SUN
Get ready to make a splash with our FREE Push Play Manu sessions! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or trying out your first Manu, everyone’s welcome. Bring your friends, whānau, or even the neighbours – no experience needed, just come have fun!
Keen to learn all about the event details, click on any of the links below:
| The Event | Competition Format | Entry Fees | Divisions & Eligibility |
| Styles | Platform Heights | Judging | Support for the Final |
| Rules | Prize Money | Water Safety |
Have questions?
Check out our FAQs first and make sure you’re signed up to Manu Mail to get first access to qualification spots, go in the draw for prizes, receive event updates and insider tips, and much more. Otherwise, get in touch with the team HERE.