About the WWSA

the world governing body for waveski surfing.

Founded in 1993 by paddlers from around the world and run entirely by volunteers. A registered non profit, with one recognised association per country.

What we do

four jobs, one sport.

  1. 01

    Accredit

    Sanctions the World Titles every two years and one accredited event per nation and per region each year.

  2. 02

    Set the rules

    Writes the competition rulebook: board design, safety standards, judging and formats.

  3. 03

    Grow nations

    Guides new national associations through affiliation, contests and rankings.

  4. 04

    Connect

    Keeps every paddler in reach through the registry, open governance and the general meeting.

What counts as a waveski

under twelve feet, paddle powered.

3.66 m
Twelve feet, the maximum length
Sit on top
Seated flush on the seat
Limbs forward
Never kneeling or standing
Paddle only
No motor, ever

Membership

become a member nation.

Affiliate with your national canoe or kayak federation, or register a waveski association. Then four steps.

Meet the committee
  1. 01

    Apply

    Email your intent and supporting documents to the WWSA.

  2. 02

    Review

    The executive committee checks the criteria.

  3. 03

    Acknowledge

    A letter confirms your intent to join.

  4. 04

    Welcome

    Pay the USD 150 fee each World Titles year and vote at the general meeting.

Waveski surfer mid air
Paddlers in the lineup at Nahoon Reef
Flag parade on the beach at sunset