Slalom

Slalom skiing is based around 3 factors; amount of buoys skied around, speed, and rope length. When slaloming, one ski is ridden though a course of 6 bouys. The objective is to ski around as many buoys as possible, increasing speed and shortening the length of the rope you ski behind, to score as many points as possible. Most tend to find this event to be satisfying, being that it involves finding your rhythm with the course and ski. 

Trick

Trick skiing, or wakeboarding, is based off a vast list of eligible tricks each with their own point value. A competitor is given 20 seconds to show off their best moves on the water, and judges will tally up points as they go. If you fall, your set automatically ends. Tricking is the most versatile of the three events because you are able to compete on one trick ski, two trick skis, or a wakeboard. Point values are less for wakeboarders and those who use two trick skis. 

Jump

Jumping is known for being the most exciting of the three events. By using specially-designed skis, a padded jumpsuit, and a helmet, jumpers prepare themselves to go over a 5-foot ramp. The objective of jumping is pretty simple; successfully jump the furthest without falling. But, there are many techniques used to prepare competitors to jump properly and keep them safe in the process. Competitors are able to jump with a boat speed between 24 mph and 32 mph based on skill level and preference. 

Established in 2006, Grand Valley Waterski & Wakeboard Club has continued to grow. By working to create a good relationship with Action Watersports, located in Hudsonville, MI, the team was able to receive access to their very own ski boat. To keep their new boat afloat, they created many fundraising opportunities and began doing docks and lifts annually. In current times, we keeps in close contact with alumni of the past, and continue to find new ways to improve our team everyday.