Located on the banks of the Swan River in Burswood, the Western Australian Water Ski Association (WAWSA) is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to promoting water-skiing in Western Australia. Their main objectives include promoting water-skiing as a safe family sport, advocating for the expansion and enhancement of water-skiing areas, representing water skiers with government and other authorities, and promoting the competitive divisions of water-skiing such as barefoot, disabled, tournament, show skiing, and wakeboarding.
WAWSA is committed to helping young people and families enjoy the sport of water-skiing. They offer skiing schools and clinics, coaching accreditation courses, and a three-tiered boat driving accreditation scheme. Members also receive regular updates through emails and social media platforms to keep them informed about waterski and wakeboarding matters. The association also provides comprehensive insurance packages tailored to suit the needs of water-skiing clubs and individuals, including $20 million public liability coverage, personal accident coverage at sanctioned events, and travel insurance.
To ensure the safety and enjoyment of water-skiing and wakeboarding throughout Western Australia, WAWSA represents all disciplines of the sport to people of all ages, levels, and abilities. They work closely with various government departments, including the State and Federal Government, the Department of Transport, the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, and the Aquatic Council.
For those interested in contacting WAWSA, their office hours are Monday to Friday from 9am to 4pm. They can be reached by phone at 0418 903 312 or via email at secretary@waterskiwa. Com. au.
The association's ABN is 61 527 785 213, and their address is 1 Camfield Drive, Burswood WA 6100. Postal inquiries can be directed to PO Box 97, Burswood WA 6100.
WAWSA also has partnerships with several ski clubs, including Albany Water Ski Club Inc, Blackwood River Water Ski Club, Geraldton Water Ski Club, Heirisson Island Tournament Club, Logue Brook Dam Water Ski Club, Scarboro Water Ski Club, and Kununurra Water Ski Club. These clubs offer additional opportunities for members to participate in the sport and connect with other water-skiing enthusiasts.
Overall, WAWSA is a passionate and dedicated organisation that strives to promote safe and enjoyable water-skiing experiences for individuals and families in Western Australia.