Resources

A national nonprofit program page describing free waterskiing and wakeboarding sessions with specialized equipment and instruction for individuals with physical, mobility, or visual disabilities.

An active nonprofit based in Winter Haven, Florida that provides free adaptive waterski events and opportunities for children, adults, and veterans living with disabilities.

A California state boating safety publication covering safety protocols and equipment standards for towed watersports such as water skiing and wakeboarding.

A 501(c)(3) charitable organization serving the Midwest that provides recreational water and snow sports events, including water skiing, for people with physical or developmental disabilities using adaptive equipment and trained volunteers.

A volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit incorporated in Missouri in 2007 that organizes adaptive water skiing programs for children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities.

The national adaptive sports network's water skiing hub, describing adaptive equipment (sit-skis, outriggers, slings) and linking to member organizations that run adaptive water ski programs across the US.

A Houston-based nonprofit founded in 1989 that runs a sports training program teaching water skiing, sailing, and kayaking to children and adults with physical or mental disabilities.

A US Coast Guard reference table listing state-by-state boating law requirements for water skiing, including observer, mirror, and time-of-day restrictions.

USA Water Ski & Wake Sports' official page describing its Trained Driver certification program, which teaches boat operators to safely tow skiers and riders through an online course and practical evaluation.

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving Western New York that offers adaptive water skiing, tubing, sailing, kayaking, fishing, and SCUBA programs for people with disabilities.

The Alabama Water Ski Federation organizes and oversees water ski tournaments and clinics in the state, sanctioning over a half dozen events each year to promote the sport of water skiing in Alabama.

AWSA Midwest is the regional conference of the American Water Ski Association that brings competitive water skiers together throughout the Midwest region, including states such as Minnesota and Wisconsin.

The AWSA South Central Region sanctions tournaments and manages competitive 3-event water skiing for a conference composed of Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Mississippi and Arkansas.

The AWSA Southern Region governs 3-event competitive water skiing across a conference of southeastern states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.

The Illinois Water Ski Federation is the organizing body for water skiing within and around the State of Illinois, providing information on events, records, teams and affiliated clubs.

The Minnesota Water Ski Association was organized in 1960 to encourage and promote organized and competitive water skiing throughout the State of Minnesota, sponsoring tournaments alongside local clubs each year.

The Missouri Waterski Federation, formed in 1981, is the governing body for competitive water skiing in Missouri, promoting the sport, water safety and sportsmanship while organizing tournaments and clinics statewide.

The North Carolina Water Ski Association manages water skiing competitions in the state, maintaining state records and administering awards and scholarships for its members.

The Oklahoma Water Ski Federation is an organization that promotes the sport of competition water skiing in Oklahoma, maintaining state records and hosting championships.

The South Carolina Water Ski Federation is affiliated with the Southern Region of the American Water Ski Association and serves as the governing body for sanctioned water ski competition in South Carolina.

AWSA East is the Eastern Region conference affiliated with USA Water Ski, organizing slalom, trick and jump (3-event) competitions throughout the eastern United States.

AWSA West is the Western Region of the American Water Ski Association, organizing competitions and development activities for water skiers across the western United States and Hawaii.

The Florida Water Ski Federation is a Florida not-for-profit corporation formed to promote and coordinate the sport of water skiing, including scheduling AWSA tournaments, throughout the State of Florida.

The Georgia Water Ski Federation has promoted, recorded and advanced organized water skiing throughout the State of Georgia since 1976.

The Indiana Water Ski Association is the state-level extension of USA Water Ski, promoting organized water skiing, safety and tournament coordination among clubs throughout Indiana.

The IWWF is the international federation, recognized by the International Olympic Committee, that governs towed water sports disciplines including water skiing, wakeboarding, wakesurf, barefoot skiing and cable skiing worldwide.

The Michigan Water Ski Association is a USA Water Ski-affiliated organization dedicated to promoting, supporting and educating all organized disciplines of water skiing in the State of Michigan.

The National Show Ski Association is the show skiing discipline division of USA Water Ski & Wake Sports, governing choreographed water ski show performances such as ballet skiing, freestyle jumping and human pyramids.

The Ohio Water Ski Association organizes water skiing events, competitions and junior development programs for members throughout Ohio.

USA Adaptive Water Ski & Wake Sports Inc. works to get skiers with disabilities on the water, helping them enjoy the independence and confidence that water skiing can bring.

USA Water Ski & Wake Sports is the national governing body, recognized by the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, that organizes, sanctions, develops and promotes all towed water sports in the United States.

The USA Water Ski & Wake Sports Foundation is dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of water skiing and wake sports, including support through scholarships and fundraising.

The Wisconsin Water Ski Federation promotes water skiing, water safety and good sportsmanship throughout Wisconsin, organizing events and educational programs for skiers of all skill levels.

The barefoot waterskiing division of USA Water Ski & Wake Sports — national rules, rankings, qualified schools, and regional chapter links.

American Barefoot Club regional chapter coordinating barefoot clinics and tournaments across Midwest states.

American Barefoot Club regional chapter coordinating barefoot clinics and tournaments across the Eastern US.

American Barefoot Club regional chapter for the Southern US — home of the Southern Regionals at Championship Lake, Auburndale, FL.

American Barefoot Club regional chapter coordinating barefoot clinics and tournaments across South Central states.

American Barefoot Club regional chapter for the Western US, including the Helena, MT barefoot facility.

BallOfSpray.com bills itself as "the world's leading source for water ski news, discussion, and insights," and hosts an active forum with dedicated sections for slalom, technique, gear, tricks/jump, boats, and video/photo media.

A podcast hosted by former professional skier Marcus Brown that digs into the lives and minds of notable figures in towed watersports.

A YouTube channel created by former professional skier Marcus Brown that produces video content spotlighting collegiate and professional waterskiing.

A Reddit community (subreddit) where members post and discuss photos, video, gear questions, and general talk about the sport of water skiing.

A podcast and coaching platform run by Water Ski Hall of Famer Wade Cox, featuring conversations about waterskiing, travel, competition, and life, alongside his ski clinics and coaching services.

The Spraymakers is a waterskiing podcast hosted by Trent Finlayson and Matt Rini that "dives into their craft, explains the stories and set-ups behind the sport, and finds answers to the mysteries of the world."

A biweekly podcast, hosted by Matt Heilman and Adam Schaller, billed as media dedicated to show skiing, featuring industry news and interviews with show ski legends, hall of famers, and rising stars; still releasing new episodes as of July 2026.

A podcast produced by USA Water Ski & Wake Sports in which host Tyler Boyd interviews elite athletes across slalom, trick, show skiing, barefooting, racing, and kneeboarding; actively releasing new episodes as of December 2025.

The Waterski Broadcasting Company states it "was created in 2010 for the purpose of webcasting professional and major title waterski events."

The official YouTube channel of USA Water Ski & Wake Sports, the national governing body for towed water sports in the United States, featuring event highlights and recaps such as its 2025 Awards Banquet.

A general waterskiing Facebook Group listed by the Waterski Pro Tour as an official community resource for the sport.

Waterski Nation describes itself as an entertaining content provider for the sport of waterskiing, producing a digital journal, videos, and Instagram content, and organizing pro events such as the Monaco Slalom Cup.

WorldWaterSkiers describes itself as "The World's Home of Waterskiing," providing athlete profiles, tournament calendars, professional event coverage, rankings, and news for competitive waterskiing.

A large water ski and wakeboard camp in Lillington, North Carolina, operating across 10 private lakes since 1995 with a multi-coach staff teaching slalom, trick, and jump instruction across all skill levels.

A 1997 instructional book by coaches Ben Favret and David Benzel (published by Human Kinetics) providing step-by-step, photo-illustrated technique instruction for slalom, trick skiing, and jumping.

A YouTube channel produced by professional slalom skier and HO/Syndicate ski designer Marcus Brown, combining technique-focused tutorials, athlete interviews, and cinematic waterskiing footage.

A slalom water ski instructional website featuring coaching content and articles contributed by professional coaches including Andy Mapple, Marcus Brown, and Terry Winter, covering technique, equipment setup, and course diagrams.

A slalom coaching service run by veteran coach Seth Stisher (coaching since 1994) offering private lessons at his Charleston, South Carolina base and traveling clinics at other sites.

A slalom coaching service offering a paid virtual membership with an instructional video library and Q&A, remote video-based technique analysis, and in-person on-site training sessions in California.

The official U.S. national governing body's coach certification pathway, offering Level 1 Instructor and Adaptive Instructor credentials that require background screening, SafeSport training, and completion of an online instructional course.

A collection of technique-focused instructional articles from The Water Skier magazine, written by accomplished coaches and athletes, covering slalom fundamentals, barefooting progression, and competitive preparation.

Water Ski Australia's Level 1 coaching accreditation program, recognized under the Australian Sports Commission's National Coaching Accreditation Scheme, requiring a sport-specific course, supervised coaching hours, and first aid certification.

A paid on-demand video course teaching trick water skiing technique from basics through advanced maneuvers, created by 13-time Australian champion and world championship medalist Joel Wing.

A water sports equipment manufacturer that designs and sells waterskis, wakeboards, wakesurfers, tubes, paddleboards, and life vests.

A manufacturer that designs and builds World Record-setting slalom, jump, and trick water skis using aerospace-grade materials.

A company that designs and manufactures high-performance carbon waterskis, ski poles, and tournament ropes for water and snow skiing.

A manufacturer of waterskis, towables, and other water sports equipment for both recreational and competitive skiing.

A boat manufacturer describing itself as the world's largest manufacturer of watersports towboats, with over one-third of the worldwide market share.

A boat manufacturer that designs performance inboard boats for wakeboarding, wakesurfing, and water skiing, including models used in competitive tournament skiing.

A US-based manufacturer of high-performance water ski ropes, handles, vests, and wetsuits marketed toward competitive athletes, and the official rope of the Masters Water Ski Tournament.

A boat manufacturer building inboard towboats since 1925, offering wake, surf, multi-sport, and dedicated ski boat models used in competitive water skiing.

An online retailer selling water sports equipment and apparel including waterskis, wakeboards, wakesurfers, foils, tubes, life vests, and wetsuits.

A buying guide from Pinewski's Ski and Board Shop that categorizes combo and slalom water skis by performance level and provides sizing guidance.

A manufacturer of handcrafted waterskis along with boots, vests, gloves, ropes, bags, and apparel.

A retailer and brand selling high-performance waterski bindings, skis, and gear for slalom and trick skiing, from beginner to tournament level.

A marketplace section of SidelineSwap, the largest online marketplace for used sporting goods, where users can browse and buy used or clearance water skis from individual sellers.

A free online classifieds site where water and snow skiers can post, search, and respond to listings for pre-owned and closeout ski equipment, boats, and related gear.

An online retailer specializing in waterskis, bindings, and waterskiing gear alongside wakeboarding, wakesurfing, and wakefoiling equipment.

An e-commerce retailer specializing in wakeboards, waterskis, life vests, boots, and bindings from brands such as Hyperlite, Connelly, and Radar.

A buyer's guide explaining how to select the appropriate water ski based on skill level, skier weight, and boat speed.

An online retailer, operated by Midwest Water Sports, selling waterskis, bindings, and water sports accessories for all skill levels.

A directory-style resource profiling ten notable U.S. water ski schools, including their location, instruction levels, events taught, and accommodations.

This is the IWWF Europe & Africa regional platform displaying waterski tournament outcomes and athlete ranking lists across multiple disciplines.

USA Water Ski & Wake Sports' official page for the Junior US Open Water Ski Championships, a premier junior competition held annually in slalom, tricks, and jump.

The official site for the Masters Water Ski & Wakeboard Tournament, an event held annually at Callaway Gardens on Memorial Day weekend since 1959.

McKenzie Water Ski School is a ski school at Lake Arrowhead, California with over 70 years of experience offering lessons in skiing, wakeboarding, and kneeboarding.

Pro Ski Coach is a water skiing instruction platform offering personalized slalom lessons from professional waterskiers, along with instructional articles and equipment guides.

USA Water Ski & Wake Sports' official directory of affiliated summer camps offering instruction in various water skiing disciplines for campers of different skill levels.

This page hosts National Show Ski Association tournament results, covering national championships, regional events, and invitational competitions across multiple years.

USA Water Ski & Wake Sports' official page provides national rankings and tournament scores for members across slalom, tricks, and jump skiing, including live tournament scoring.

Channel created by professional water skier Marcus Brown combining competitive waterski footage, tutorials, and interviews, with recent uploads into late 2025.

Channel of water ski equipment manufacturer HO Sports/Syndicate Waterskis, featuring gear reviews, pro tips, and ski demos from professional water skiers.

The International Waterski & Wakeboard Federation's site, which lists and links to upcoming IWWF world championship events (waterski, wakeboard, cableski, barefoot, wakesurf) with dates and host locations through 2027.

Instructional YouTube channel run by professional slalom water skiers/coaches affiliated with proskicoach.com, offering slalom technique and coaching videos.

Podcast from the Waterski Broadcasting Company hosted by tournament announcer Tony Lightfoot, covering athlete interviews and news from the world of tournament waterskiing, with roughly 400 episodes and new weekly episodes following the 2025 pro season.

The official quarterly magazine of USA Water Ski & Wake Sports, published continuously since 1952, covering athlete profiles, instructional articles, and tournament results.

Channel of TWBC, a company founded in 2010 that webcasts professional and major title waterski tournaments worldwide, including finals of IWWF world championship events.

The official calendar of USA Water Ski & Wake Sports listing sanctioned national and regional tournaments across slalom/trick/jump, show skiing, wakeboard/wakesurf, barefoot, racing, and collegiate disciplines through 2027.

A quarterly print/digital waterski publication produced by Waterski Nation covering the professional waterski scene, gear, and industry interviews, distributed alongside a free digital edition on waterskination.com.

The official YouTube channel of the IWWF-sanctioned professional slalom/trick/jump waterski tour, publishing event highlight videos and season recaps such as the 2024 MasterCraft Pro final highlights.

Podcast hosted by Matteo Luzzeri, Trent Finlayson, and Marcus Brown providing commentary, recaps, and analysis of Waterski Pro Tour events such as the Swiss Pro slalom and tricks rounds.

Official site of the IWWF-sanctioned Waterski Pro Tour, listing the season-long series of professional slalom, trick, and jump events with dates, live scoring, and webcast links.

A multi-brand marketplace and dealer directory listing thousands of new and used ski, wakeboard, and wakesurf inboard boats from manufacturers including Nautique, MasterCraft, Malibu, Supra, Centurion, Tige, and Axis.

A watersports charter service offering competition Nautique ski boat charters with an onboard driver/instructor specifically for water skiing, wakeboarding, kneeboarding, and tubing.

A Nova Scotia-based company founded in 1995 that manufactures GPS and RPM-based boat speed control systems, including a tournament slalom edition, used as the official speed control of events like the Pro Tour, Masters, and US Open.

A regional rental operator serving Michigan's Leelanau Peninsula and Grand Traverse region that rents ski boats specifically equipped with tow ropes and tubes for watersports, with delivery to area lakes.

A large multi-location U.S. dealer network selling new and used ski and wakeboard boats from brands like MasterCraft, Tige, and ATX Surf Boats, along with financing, service, and storage.

A boat insurance provider with over 40 years in business that offers coverage specifically for ski and wake inboard boats and is the official insurance partner of USA Water Ski & Wake Sports, providing a member discount program.

The official GPS-based boat speed control system of USA Water Ski & Wake Sports and major tournaments including the Masters, US Open, and US Nationals, used to precisely regulate tow speed for competitive skiing.

An RTK-GPS system with companion mobile (Rover) and desktop apps used by USA Water Ski officials, drivers, and coaches to track a tournament boat's real-time position within the slalom or jump course lane to roughly 1cm accuracy.

A web app (installable as a home-screen app on iOS and Android) built specifically for slalom water skiers to log each pass in a set, along with lake, boat, driver, fin, and speed-control settings, and review performance trends over time.

An iOS app for competitive trick water ski athletes and judges to build and score trick passes in real time, with AI-assisted trick suggestions and full IWWF 2025 rules compliance.

An iOS utility app that calculates a trick water ski pass score based on AWSA rules and lets skiers share their trick passes with others.

A web app for athletes, coaches, and tournament officials to build, calculate, and track trick water-ski run scores online.

USA Water Ski's official web platform for live tournament scoreboards and historical results, pulling data from the WSTIMS (Water Ski Tournament Information Management System) used by sanctioned tournaments.

The official Windows desktop tournament scoring software that all IWWF federations and officials are licensed to use for scoring slalom, trick, jump, and other waterski disciplines.

A GPS session-tracking app for iOS and Android that logs water skiing sessions, among many other watersports, capturing speed, route, distance, and condition notes.