Centurion World Wake Surfing Championships presented by GM Marine
Save the Dates: 2025 Centurion World Wake Surfing Championships
The 29th Annual Centurion World Wake Surfing Championship (WWSC) presented by GM Marine will hit the water from October 2-4, 2025 on Lake Silver in Winter Haven, Florida. The World’s top wake surfers from across the globe will compete for the World title while being towed by the 2026 Centurion Ri230 with a Predator Power Tower. Centurion & Supreme Boats dealer, Regal & Nautique of Orlando, is hosting this world class event and will be offering Water Proof Tour demos throughout.
The 2025 Centurion WWSC is a special event as 2026 model year is the 50th anniversary of Centurion Boats. Fans can expect a special celebration marking the milestone anniversary as well as an Owners Reunion.
To kick off the 3-day competition, Operation Wake Surf will host a Salute to Service Day (S2S) on October 1, 2025. The S2S event will bring together military veterans, active military, first responders, and frontline workers for a well-deserved day of fun on the water.
The 2025 WWSC is free for those who want to come and enjoy the event. Also free is the Water Proof Tour demo days on October, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. At the Water Proof Tour demo days you and your family can test drive and ride or take a joy ride on a Centurion or Supreme boat! Reserve your Water Proof Tour Demo today!
Anyone and everyone is invited to watch their favorite riders compete for the World title in Winter Haven, FL. In addition to the fierce competition, attendees can explore a variety of food and boating vendors, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
Can’t make it in person? No worries! The entire event will be livestreamed. Fans can tune in through multiple platforms:
- Website: WakeSurfChampionships.com
- YouTube: @CenturionBoats1976
- Rideline App: Download now for seamless streaming!
The 2025 World Wake Surfing Championship wouldn’t be possible without the WWA and our dedicated sponsors who’ve helped make this season one to remember: Operation Wake Surf, Roswell, Boatmate, SewLong, GM Marine, Wetsounds, GatorStep and PCM!
Rider Check-In:
All riders should have completed an Online Check-in Form. You will not be able to check in on site without completing this form. Once you arrive, please head to the WWA Booth in the Concessions Stand which will be open at 7:00 AM on Thursday morning. Our first rounds of competition will begin at 8:00 AM.
Riders who do not compete Thursday, are not required to check in on Thursday. All Riders are required to check in at least one hour before their division’s time posted in WWA Rideline for their first round of competition.
FL Minor Form:
All competitors who are under 18 will need a Florida Minor Form completed and signed by a parent and/or guardian. We will have these waivers on site during check-in however, if a minor is traveling without a parent or guardian, they will need to print and complete the waiver to be brought to the WWA.
Accommodations:
202 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33880
Phone: 863-291-8266
Group rate:
- King Room $ 119+tax per night with 24/h cancellation policy.
- 2 Queen Room: $ 119+tax per night with 24/h cancellation policy.
- Cutoff date 9/15/2025
Staybridge Suites Winter Haven – Auburndale
Office: 863-229-5145
305 5th St. NW Avenue D
Winter Haven, FL 33881
Special group rate:
- King Studio Suite: $ 155+tax per night and per room with 24/h cancellation policy.
- 2 Queen Studio Suite: $ 165+tax per night and per room with 24/h cancellation policy.
- Cutoff date 8/29/2025 – Min. 2 night
Themed Dress Up Days
Shred Hard, Dress Sharp, Have Fun: Centurion Worlds Theme Days!
Get ready to bring the energy onshore! In addition to world-class wake surfing, we’re celebrating our community, honoring heroes, and raising awareness with three incredible themed dress-up days at the Centurion World Wake Surfing Championships.
Pack your gear and get ready to show your spirit!
We’re kicking off the event by honoring the brave men and women of the military and first responder communities.
How to Dress Up:
Wear red, white, and blue or patriotic apparel.
Wear a camouflage pattern or a uniform-style hat (military, police, fire, etc.).
Show support with a shirt representing your favorite branch, local hero, or service organization.
Join us in turning the event site pink to raise awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness. Show your solidarity and support for the fighters, survivors, and memories of loved ones.
How to Dress Up:
Go all out in pink attire—hats, shirts, and even pink accessories.
The more pink, the better!
This is your chance to share what truly drives you! Participants and fans are encouraged to dress up to represent a cause, a hero, or a passion that inspires them.
How to Dress Up:
Wear a t-shirt or jersey representing a non-profit or charitable organization.
Wear the colors associated with a cause close to your heart
Create a simple sign or wear an article of clothing with the name of a person or cause you ride for.
Don’t just shred on the water—shine on the dock! We can’t wait to see your spirit and creativity.
WWA Rule Book
It is the rider’s responsibility to familiarize themselves with the WWA Rule Book
Course Information:
At approximately 45 seconds in length, baseline speeds will be set to 11.3 mph. Riders will be permitted one pickup per pass, and transfers will NOT be permitted.
Adaptive divisions will have 2 pickups per pass. All other divisions will have 1 pick up per pass.
All athletes will ride twice with a cumulative points system being used, with the exception of any divisions with heats. These divisions will have a qualifying heat, LCQ, and Final.
The WWA and the Centurion WSWS have partnered to meet the needs of competing athletes by standardizing event formats and divisions. For more information about the DRIVE judging criteria and athlete responsibilities, please refer to the WWA Rule Book.
Cumulative Scoring:
Divisions with eight or more riders will have a Semifinal, LCQ and Final. All other divisions will have two rounds of competition and will utilize cumulative scoring.
Based on the rider’s placement each day they will receive the following points which will be totaled over the two days to determine the overall winner for the event. Any ties will be broken by the higher placement on the second day.
1st – 100
2nd – 90
3rd – 80
4th – 75
5th – 70
6th – 65
7th – 60
