How do World Cup points work in para snowboard?
A · Advanced · Classes and equipment · 1 of 2Level 1 is the Paralympics, World Championships and World Cup; level 2 continental cups; level 3 national and FIS races. Cup points run 100, 80, 60 and on to 1 for thirtieth, if three or more start. A season title needs three valid competitions in two places. Riders must turn 16 by the year the season ends.
How it works
- Level 1: Paralympics, Worlds, World Cup.
- Level 2: continental cups, FISU Games.
- Level 3: national championships, FIS races.
- Cup points: 100 down to 1.
- Minimum: three on the start list.
- Titles: three competitions, two places.
- Nations Cup: best two per gender plus team.
- Age: born 2011 or earlier for 2026/27.
The glossary has the competition levels, the age limits, the cup points, the World Cup titles, the FIS points scales and the combined sport classes.
Tricky cases
Two riders start. Are Cup points given?
No. Three are needed.
Do team events earn FIS points?
No.
Is a category title given with four riders?
No. Six from three nations are needed.
When does the season run?
1 July to 30 June.
Why the rule exists
Minimum fields stop points and titles being won without real competition.
Where it differs
| Where | What changes | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 1,000-point scale | R 1415 |
| Cup points | Three starters | R 302.2 |
| Age | 16 | R 304.3 |
From the rule book
FIS, International Competition Rules, Para Snowboard (July 2026), articles 301, 302, 304.3 and 1415. Checked 15 October 2026. Official documents: FIS ICR Para Snowboard and Para Snowboard Classification Rules.