Q Splash
Everyone knows Diving is about making as little splash as possible.
In February, we are flipping that on its head...
Q Splash
The Queensland Manu and Freestyle Bomb Diving Championships
Saturday 7 February 2026
Gold Coast Aquatic Centre
Compete for your spot at the Z Manu World Championships in Auckland!
(flights, accomodation, and spending money included)
Q Splash is the only Australian qualifying event for the 2026 Z Manu World Championships Grand Final. There are four qualifying spots up for grabs, one each for the winnners of:
- Adult (18+) male, and female, and
- Youth (13-17) male, and female.
Plus, you will receive flights, 2 nights accomodation, and $250 spending money to attend the event in Auckland. If you win the Youth category, we will fly a parent or guardian as well so they can watch you compete on the World stage!
Big Splash... Bigger Vibes
Join the party at the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre on Saturday 7 February. Get your ticket to the "Splash Zone", bring your togs, and get as close to the action as possible. We will have a DJ, and sponsor activations throughout the day. Plus watch your favourite personalities compete in the Celebrity Splash!
What makes a Q Splash Champion?
Come prepared with:
- a Classic Manu (bum hits the water first followed by arms and legs in a "V" shape), and
- your favourite freestyle bomb dive (cannonball, staple, gorilla, coffin, horsey, can opener etc)
The rules are pretty simple:
- Strictly no run ups
- You must jump straight out (no sideways jumping)
- No props (waterbottles, balls)
- No climbing on the dive tower, only take off from the sprinngboard, or platform
- No bouncing on the springboard prior to jumping. You can use hte momentum of the springboard only once
- Standard Manu attire, but no jeans allowed
- Be safe, don't dive beyond your skill level, and follow the event team or lifeguards instructions.
Failure to follow the rules will result in disqualificiation for the jump in question.
Judging
We are looking for two things:
- Splash height (in metres)
- Creativity and style (judged out of 10)
Add those scores together, and you have the points for your dive.
Practice to Perfection
Need to get your training in? We will be opening up Q Splash practice sessions at Official Q Splash Training Venues across the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, and beyond in January.
Our Diving Coaches will be there on hand to help you perfect your takeoff, flight, and entry... to maximise your score... and splash!
Get your entry in and follow @divingqld on Instagram or Tiktok to to hear about the dates, times, and locations as they are confirmed. #qsplash
Secure your entry
Register today to secure your opportunity to send it at Q Splash, and your chance to qualify for the Z World Manu Championships or win one of our finalist prize packs
- Manu/Freestyle Kids (8-12 years old from 1m or 3m) - $20
- Manu/Freestyle Youth (13-17 years old from 1m, 3m, or 5m) - $25
- Manu/Freestyle Adult (18+ years old from 1m, 3m. or 5m ) - $30
- Freestyle Cliff Diving / Death Diving (8+ from 5m, 7.5m, or 10m) - $30
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Event Timetable
*subject to change
Saturday 7 February 2026 - Gold Coast Aquatic Centre
| 07:30am | Registration Opens |
| 08:00am | Open Training / Warm up |
| 09:30am | Event 1: Manu/freestyle Kids (heat 1) |
| 10:50am | Event 2: Manu/freestyle Youth (heat 2) |
| 12:10pm | Event 3: Celebrity Splash |
| 12:50pm | Event 4: Manu/freestyle Adult (heat 3) |
| 02:10pm | Event 5: Freestyle cliff / death diving |
| 03:45pm | Event 6: Manu/freestyle final (all ages) |
| 04:45pm | Awards Ceremony |
| 05:00pm | Event close |
Sponsorship opportunities
We would love to partner with like minded organisations who share our passion for active recreation, community, and good times. Contact president@divingqld.org.au for more information.