The ISU Synchronized Skating World Championship 2026 take place April 10-11 in Salzburg, Austria bringing together the world’s best synchronized skating teams for the final highlight of the 2025/26 figure skating season.

A total of 22 teams from 17 countries will compete at the sold-out Salzburg arena for the world title, with global fans able to watch live online. The event will also showcase the new Synchro9 format, a key innovation for the sport.  

Defending champions Helsinki Rockettes (FIN) face strong competition in Salzburg ©ISU

Helsinki Rockettes lead strong field of contenders

The competition is expected to be one of the most competitive in recent years, led by defending champions Helsinki Rockettes (FIN). 

• Helsinki Rockettes (FIN)
  Reigning world champions return aiming to defend their title. The team enters with a season’s best score of 236.80.
• Les Suprêmes (CAN)
  Three-time world champions and current season leaders (238.22). They defeated both Finnish teams at the Marie Lundmark Trophy in February 2026.
• Team Unique (FIN)
  2025 silver medalists with a season’s best of 237.44, and multiple event wins this season. 
• The Haydenettes (USA)
  Consistent podium contenders and reigning bronze medalists (221.86 season’s best).
• Other teams to watch
  Nova Senior (CAN), Ice on Fire (ITA), Skyliners (USA)
• Host nation team
  Colibris Vienna Senior (AUT)

Full entries and results are available on the ISU event page and the official event website. 

Three-time ISU World Champions Les Suprêmes (CAN) are looking for redemption in Salzburg ©ISU

What is Synchronized Skating?

Synchronized skating is a discipline of figure skating where teams of 16 athletes perform programs in perfect unison, combining:

• Speed and precision
• Complex formations and transitions
• Intricate footwork
• Group lifts and elements

Originally known as precision skating, the discipline has evolved significantly since the 1950s and is now one of the fastest-growing formats in ice skating. 

This year’s championships also feature a Synchro9 demonstration, a new competition format set to debut at the Winter Youth Olympic Games 2028 in Dolomiti Valtellina.

The Haydenettes (USA) hope to add another World medal to their impressive resume ©ISU

ISU Synchronized Skating World Championships 2026 Schedule

Friday, April 10 - Short Program
Saturday, April 11 - Synchro9 Demonstration + Free Skating

How to Watch the ISU Synchronized Skating World Championships 2026

Fans worldwide can watch the ISU Synchronized Skating World Championships 2026 live on the official ISU Skating YouTube channel.

• Live streaming available globally (geo-restrictions may apply)
• Subscribe for highlights, replays, interviews and behind-the-scenes content.

For full broadcast details, visit the official ISU Where to Watch page.

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