A. The World Wakeboard Association (WWA) is the international governing body of the sport of wakeboarding. Its purpose is to help introduce people to the sport of competitive wakeboarding, provide consistent and fair standards for competition by sanctioning events, and help educate the public on ways to have more fun and generally improve individual skills in wakeboarding. The rules set forth here govern all sanctioned contests.

B. The World Wakeboard Association is an association with a board of directors elected from the general membership. All members are encouraged to participate and to let their feelings and ideas be known to their board so that this association may better serve its members. Any member can participate on a committee. The rules and information set forth shall be updated annually. The rules may be amended at any time by the Board of Directors, on their own initiative or at the recommendation of the Rules Committee. Until such time as a new annual edition of the rules is published, the current rules, as amended by the board, remain in effect. Any suggestions and/or improvements for the year by the general membership must be received at the WWA headquarters by November 15th for implementation for the following year.

C. The first and foremost thought at all WWA-sanctioned events is safety. The WWA also assists in the training, education and certification of drivers, officials, judges and event managers in the safest and most efficient way to run contests.

D. The rules in this book are intended as a guideline only. No rule should be taken literally, except where concerned with safety. Courses, judging criteria and contest formats may be modified to suit conditions, but communication with riders and officials is essential. Contest organizers are encouraged to experiment with new formats to further enhance the sport.

II. Equipment:

A. All contestants must wear a U.S. Coast Guard (or appropriate country’s standards) approved vest or a vest that will absolutely float a contestant who is unconscious. A "wetsuit vest" must have a locking device in addition to a zipper closure.
B. Wakeboards should be used in competitive wakeboard events. All wakeboards must float. Wakeboards should orient the riders' feet in a sideways stance.
C. Contestants shall provide their own ropes and handles, although event organizers may supply these at their discretion. All towropes used in competition must be non-stretch, and must have the approval of both the safety and head judges.
D. It is the sole responsibility of riders to ensure their equipment is in proper working condition.

III. Unsportsmanlike conduct is defined as:

A. Any conduct unbecoming the wakeboard way of life that can cause danger to anyone on the tournament site whether involved in the contest or not.
B. Any conduct unbecoming a wakeboarder causing damage to the site and possibly delaying the contest.
C. Any profanity used by a wakeboarder that could disrupt the atmosphere of the contest for attendees and/or spectators.
Any infractions can be punishable by disqualification of competitors involved. In the event that non-competing persons create disruptions, the tournament coordinator has the right to remove these persons from the site. All disqualification must be handled through the tournament coordinator and officials of the event.

IV. Qualifications:

A. All competitors in a WWA-sanctioned event must be members of the WWA.
B. Prior to competing, every Competitor must sign a participation contract and understand the nature of the sport and its special risks, particularly in the format. Prior to competing, the competitor must submit the required forms as specified by event organizer. It is the responsibility of the competitor to register with the event-designated person and show proof of membership and qualifications before riding.
C. Competitors must disclose to the event organizer any special medical conditions, including, but not limited to injuries, past or present, or other pre-existing medical conditions. Participation will then be at the sole discretion of the event organizer. The Event organizer may also require approval from a medical physician