With a $20,000 USD prize purse, prize packs from Kanuk Board Co., and the iconic Nautique G23 pulling every heat, riders can expect epic conditions during this global competition. All events will be held at the picturesque all new WWA China headquarters – The Chengdu Sancha Lake International Water Sports Centre.

For competitors, event organizers are providing free local accommodations and support with visas to make the journey smooth and stress-free. For spectators and travelers, Chengdu offers a unique backdrop with world-class sport on the water paired with legendary food, vibrant nightlife, and cultural experiences you won’t find anywhere else.

The 2025 China Wake Open isn’t just an event but a chance to be part of a first of unforgettable riding, travel, and community.

Join us September 26–28 in Chengdu, China. All disciplines will compete daily September 26th through 28th. Don’t wait to register!

If you’re looking for a wakesurf comp that brings the heat, ChattaWake 2025 is it. Held at Ross’s Landing in Chattanooga, TN, this event takes place on the beautiful Tennessee River, surrounded by the city’s iconic bridges and lively riverfront. The setup offers the perfect mix of big city energy and scenic outdoor vibes, making it an incredible spot for both competitors and spectators.

Chattawake is being held as part of the iconic River Games.  It is more than just wakesurfing—it’s an action-packed, three-day festival featuring death diving, kayak launching, highlining, tramp diving, skateboard launches, bridge climbing, and more, plus nightly music to keep the energy going. Whether you’re here to claim a podium spot, push your limits, or just soak in the high-energy festival atmosphere, this is where you want to be.

Competition & Event Schedule:
•   Thursday: Rider Check-in – 6:00 PM
•   Friday-Sunday: Wakesurf Competition – 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
•   Friday-Sunday: River Games Events & Nightly Music – 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Registration is set to open July 1st and close August 1st

Event Host:
Pure Wakesurf
Vanessa Owensby
vanessa@purewakesurf.com
423-227-4631
 
Accommodations: TBA

Amenities: Ross’s Landing in downtown Chattanooga offers the perfect competition setup, with tiered seating for prime viewing and easy access to everything you need for an unforgettable weekend. Food vendors and concessions will be on-site, serving up local favorites, and just steps away, downtown Chattanooga is packed with hotels, restaurants, and entertainment, making it easy to grab a great meal, explore the city, or relax after a full day of competition. Whether you’re here to compete or cheer from the sidelines, the combination of a top-tier event space and a vibrant downtown scene makes this the ultimate wakesurfing destination.

Kingsland, TX – June 3, 2025 — A major wave is hitting the Texas Hill Country this summer as Lake LBJ welcomes the inaugural Wakepoint Open presented by NXTLVL Marine, a premier wakeboarding and wakesurfing competition taking place August 15–17, 2025. With over $40,000 in cash prizes and a high-energy weekend of elite riding, live music, and lakeside action, this event is poised to become one of the region’s top summer attractions.

The Wakepoint Open — a three-day celebration of wakeboarding, wakesurfing, and lake life culture — is set to attract elite athletes from around the world along with locals and lake-lovers alike.

“This is more than just a comp — it’s the start of something big,” said Scott Westlund, event organizer. “The Wakepoint Open is where Central Texas shows out and the next chapter in wake culture begins.”

Designed as both a spectator experience and athlete showcase, the Wakepoint Open will feature professional and amateur divisions in both wakeboarding and wakesurfing, including a $20,000 shootout that promises to raise the bar for Texas watersports competition. 

Spectators can expect high-flying action, live music, local flavor, and laid-back lakeside hangs — all with a front-row seat to the gnarliest riding of the summer.

“The Wakepoint Open isn’t just a tournament—it’s a celebration of lake culture, community, and world-class talent,” says Blake Flanagan of NXTLVL Marine. “We’re blending action sports, music, and Hill Country hospitality to create an iconic event with staying power.”

Location: Wakepoint LBJ, 14757 W RM 1431, Kingsland, TX 78639
Dates: August 15–17, 2025
Competition: $40K in Total Prizes | $20K Shootout | Pro & Amateur Divisions (Wakeboarding & Wakesurfing)
Spectator Info: Live Music, Tie-Ups & Spectator Beach, hosted at Wakepoint at Lake LBJ with dock-and-livestream watch options, curated on-site food & beverage offerings
Socials: Facebook @wakepointopen Instagram @wakepoint_open

Whether you’re a seasoned rider, local lake house owner, or weekend tourist, the Wakepoint Open offers a front-row seat to one of the most thrilling lake events in Texas this year.

Athlete registration is now open via the World Wake Association (WWA) — with limited spots available.

Who will be king? Find out this August.

Media

For media inquiries, please contact:

Paul Eckenrode

Eck Media

Email: paul@eckmedia.com

Phone: (970) 317-5387

Sponsorship

For sponsorship opportunities, please contact:

Scott Westlund
KRW Lawyers

Email: Scott@krwlawyers.com

Phone: (210) 490-7402

About Wakepoint Open

The Wakepoint Open is Texas’ newest wake event, designed to bring together top-tier athletes, outdoor enthusiasts, and lake life lovers for a one-of-a-kind experience. Hosted in Kingsland, TX and presented by NXTLVL Marine, the Wakepoint Open is poised to become a staple in the national wake competition circuit.

We are excited to announce US Performance Academy as WWA’s Academic Partner. US Performance Academy is an online school for Elite Athletes.

Designed by athletes and educators, USPA’s approach specifically benefits driven students who are training, traveling, competing, and pushing to the next level.

USPA’s online curriculum allows for a flexible school schedule and academic calendar. This flexible schedule allows our student athletes the time they need to train and travel at the highest level. Our USPA support system keeps students involved, motivated, and on track.

About The WWA: 

Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 15,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out thewwa.com

HERE’S ALL THE INFO YOU NEED TO JOIN US

STEP 1: GET REGISTERED, DON’T WAIT!

2023 Nautique WWA Wake Park National Championships presented by GM Marine
First $50 Late Fee Starts September 18th
REGISTRATION CLOSES ON October 3rd

You MUST have completed in a Points Chase Qualifying Event to be eligible to compete. Anyone who did not qualify will be removed and NOT allowed to compete. *Exceptions for 30+, 40+, and Pro Divisions.*

IMPORTANT: This registration system will not let you register for the event without first purchasing a 2023 WWA Annual Membership that is required for your division. Once you have a membership, find your name in the athlete drop down menu and select the divisions you wish to register for.

REGISTER FOR WAKE PARK NATIONALS

STEP 2: BOOK YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS

HOST HOTEL INFORMATION

Book with one of our recommended hotels in the interactive map on the event web page.

DON’T WAIT TO BOOK.

CLICK HERE FOR HOTEL INFORMATION

STEP 3: GET INFORMED

CLICK HERE FOR RULES AND INFORMATION

CLICK HERE FOR A LIST OF DIVISIONS

CLICK HERE FOR QUALIFICATION RESULTS

CLICK HERE FOR THE PRIZE MONEY BREAKDOWN

TRANSPORTATION FROM AIRPORT TO CARTERSVILLE

STEP 4: BOOK YOUR PRACTICE

Riders who have already registered for Nationals will receive 50% OFF day passes at Terminus from now through October 8th. Week Passes are available for $200 starting September 25th. 

STEP 5: FOLLOW @POINTSCHASE ON INSTAGRAM TO STAY UP TO DATE ON THE LATEST

CLICK HERE TO FOLLOW @POINTSCHASE ON INSTAGRAM

VISIT POINTSCHASE.COM FOR QUALIFICATION RESULTS & MORE

CLICK HERE TO SEE MORE

SPECIAL THANKS TO PRESENTING SPONSOR, GM MARINE

“Securing the premier wakeboarding world championships is a huge coup for the coast,” stated Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate. The Gold Coast’s reputation as a wakeboarding hub continues as the go to spot for wakeboarding enthusiasts to relish in the sport year-round because of the beautiful weather and community. 
 
Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate invites all to join and said, “This is a must-see spectator sport with close-up action guaranteed at the two venues. Make a date with the Gold Coast in September 2024 for the Worlds.”
 
The 2024 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships will be held at the Gold Coast Wake Park, September 21-24, 2024. Followed by the 2024 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by GM Marine” – Marine Stadium, Gold Coast, Australia – September 26-29th, 2024
 
This two-part series guarantees an unforgettable experience, where both athletes and attendees can revel in the thrill of world-class wakeboarding against the backdrop of the breathtaking Gold Coast. 
 
“At a time in our sport where Australians dominate the men’s and women’s pro podium it just makes sense to drop the Worlds in the country producing some of the best riders the sport has ever seen.” Said Shannon Starling, President of the WWA. “With the support of the Gold Coast community, Nautique, GM Marine and all of our sponsors continuing to make our sport grow, the timing was just right.”
 
Mark your calendars for September 2024 and join us in celebrating the return of the Nautique WWA Wakeboard & Wake Park World Championships to the acclaimed Australia’s ,Gold Coast.
 
Event Details:
2024 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by GM Marine
September 21-24, 2024

2024 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by GM Marine
September 26-29, 2024

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About Nautique Boat Company: Nautique is celebrating its 98^th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com

About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development, sanctioning, and producing more than 15,000 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the sport’s best interests, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card, and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.

“Portugal did not disappoint for the 2023 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by GM Marine. The crowds were amazing and the riding that went down was even better. We crowned 23 WWA World Champions from all over the world.” said WWA President, Shannon Starling “The community and new friendships made this weekend are what this sport is all about.”

Taking a year off due to injury, Alex Albin (USA) made the ultimate comeback and took the Jr. Pro Men’s WWA World title with stylish execution. Putting down an 89.67 with a heelside frontside 900 and a nose grab crowmobe 540, everything came together for Alex sending him to the top of the podium. Rounding out the podium was Federico Dal Lago (ITA) placing second scoring 83.33 points, landing a blind Pete. In third, Shion Takaiwa (JPN) gave it everything he had finishing with 85.00.

Ashley Kazmer (USA) claimed her first World Title with a stand-up run that included a wrapped KGB and backside 360 to score 71.00 followed by Anna Maria Kushkovskaya in second with a toeside roll to revert for a score of 64.67. Kitt Smith (USA) rounded out the podium with a 62.00 linking together a run showing an excellent variety of tricks.

Nautique rider Zahra Kell (AUS) put together a stand-up run in the Pro Women’s Final, leaving the crowd cheering and taking the win with an 86.67. Her first pass consisted of a huge whirly and tootise roll before coming back on pass two with a dum dum and heelside roll to blind, leaving no doubt in anyone’s mind that she had just won the World title, Wakeboard World Series overall title and Nautique Wake Series overall title. In second Meagan Ethell (USA), scored 81.67 with a stylish tail grabbed wrapped heelside 540. Rounding out the podium in a very close third, Mary Morgan Howell (USA) threw a crowmobe for a score of 78.67.

“It’s awesome to be crowned World Champion here in Ferreira do Zêzere, Portugal and to take the Wakeboard World Series and Nautique Wake Series Overall titles this year,” commented Nautique team athlete Zahra Kell. “It’s been such a great year and I can’t think of a better place to wrap up the season.”

Cory Teunissen (AUS) had a great afternoon, proving that under pressure and as a true champion he has everything it takes to bring it home. Showing the locals of Ferreira do Zêzere what wake is all about, Teunissen threw a whirly 7 and mute mobe 540 and poked out stalefish doubl backroll off the double up to capture the 2023 World title with a score of 94.67. In second, Nic Rapa (AUS) pulled out all the stops, landing both a heelside and toeside 900 along with a blind Pete to score 93.00. Massimilliano Piffaretti (ITA) placed third with 87.00 points after standing up his full run and landing a stalefish 5 to 3 off the double up.

“I’m beyond grateful to win the WWA World Title this year, this has been one of the hardest titles to my name, it’s been a really tight race all season long,” said 3x Pro Men’s WWA Wakeboard World Champion Cory Teunissen. “I was lucky enough to put together the run I wanted and stand up all eight tricks today on the last event of an amazing season and I can’t wait to see what’s ahead for our sport.”

Cory Teunissen (AUS) also took home the 2023 Nautique Wake Series overall title with two first place finishes this season. Grabbing his third title win, Teunissen was also crowned the 2023 WWA Wakeboard World Series overall champion. 2023 being one of the most competitive years of the sport, riders were forced to continue bringing new and perfected tricks to every event in an attempt to keep up with wakeboarding’s rapid progression.

“We are proud and thankful for such a widely successful event here in Portugal at the Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by GM Marine,” said Nautique President Greg Meloon “The G23 performed perfectly and provided the world’s best wakes, while the best rider’s from around the globe put on a show and took home World Championship titles. Congrats to all the winners!”

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About Nautique Boat Company: Nautique is celebrating its 98^th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com

About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development, sanctioning, and producing more than 15,000 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the sport’s best interests, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Pro Card, and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.