NADD National Championship Invites Competitors to Unleash Their Superheroes!
Get ready for a weekend of amazing feats and high-flying fun, October 23-25. The NADD National Championship is back and celebrating the incredible talents of our four-legged athletes with a superhero theme. The Ozark Empire Fairgrounds in Springfield, Missouri, will host dogs and their handlers as they compete in thrilling Distance jumps, lightning-fast HydroDash runs, and heroic Air Retrieve grabs. It’s time to Unleash Your Superhero and show off your dog’s extraordinary skills!
Invites Are Rolling Out!
Invites for the Nationals have started going out. Keep an eye on your email inbox and your dog’s Invite Tab in their NADD portal. We’re starting with:
- Top 3 dogs by division from the 2024 National Championships
- Top 5 dogs by division from the 2025 FCQ
- 2025 Top 3 Regional Winners by division
- Jump for a Million Competitors
- Top 10 dogs in each division for Distance, HydroDash, and Air Retrieve
In the coming weeks, we’ll begin sending invites to the top 10% from each combined regional division. After that, we’ll add an additional 5% every few days until Nationals is full. Be sure to check your portal regularly so you don’t miss your invite!
Event Highlights
- October 22: Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ), First Chance Qualifier (FCQ)
- October 23: Splash 1st Distance, HydroDash, Kickoff Party (6–9 PM)
- October 24: Splash 2nd Distance, Air Retrieve
- October 25: Finals, Junior Handler National Championship, Awards Ceremony
- October 26: 2026 First Chance Qualifier (FCQ)
Kickoff Party
Celebrate the start of Nationals with fellow competitors and fans. Tickets go on sale in October. Don’t miss this fun way to kick off an exciting weekend.
Accommodations
The NADD Host Hotel is the Best Western Coach House, the closest hotel to the fairgrounds.
- Address: 2535 N. Glenstone, Springfield, MO 65803
- Phone: 417-862-0701 (Ask for the NADD North America Diving Dogs Rate)
- Rate: $95 + tax per night
All rooms include a microwave, fridge, and coffee maker. Additional amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and large green spaces with a special dog park for furry guests. Stays include a hot breakfast, and the hotel waives the pet fee for NADD guests.
Several other pet-friendly hotels and RV spots with electricity are also available nearby. Fairground RV Reservations open September 15.
Official Photographer
Brian Batista will be capturing all the action. Visit his website for photo and video packages to remember your dog’s amazing performances.
Stay tuned for more updates, and get ready for an unforgettable weekend of fun, competition, and splashes at the 2025 NADD National Championship!
NADD Store – Get Your Gear!
Order your NADD Nationals gear ahead of time to make sure you get exactly what you’re looking for! Preorders will be available in the coming weeks, and a selection of items will also be available onsite. Don’t miss out on official apparel, accessories, and more to show your NADD pride.