Tournament Skiing

Each year there are numerous tournaments throughout the state of Minnesota and across the country. These tournaments are sponsored by individual ski clubs and are sanctioned by USAWaterski, our national sanctioning body. Tournaments involve competition at various skill levels in slalom, jump, trick, barefoot, and kneeboard. By competing in a water ski tournament you will have the opportunity to meet people from many different backgrounds and ability levels. Some are just starting competitive skiing, while others have competed at the Regional, and/or National level. Regardless of experience or skill levels, there is great camaraderie and support that exists among the skiers. After all, if you beat your personal best, it really doesn’t matter where you placed.

In addition to skiing, there are many ways to get involved in the behind the scenes activities that take place at a water ski tournament. For example, you can assist the judges during the competition and work towards becoming an assistant Judge and eventually a Chief judge. This is an excellent way to get involved if you are a non-skier and have a friend or family member who competes. Whether you compete or get involved behind the scenes at the tournaments, it’s a great way to meet a wide variety of people who share a common bond in their love for the sport of water skiing.