Organizers of the World Waveski Surfing Titles anticipate that this year’s event in South Africa will be “one to remember” after receiving huge interest in the pre-tour.
The coastal city of East London is preparing to welcome waveski surfers from every corner of the globe for the flagship World Waveski Surfing Association event.
Scheduled to run from June 28 to July 7, World Waveski Surfing Titles promises an unparalleled showcase of skill, sportsmanship, and the unbridled spirit of competition.
The pre-tour Tour d'Afrique, taking place from from June 15 to 17, has set the stage for the main event, with all available spots booked within seven days.
Featuring 40 waveskiers, the tour will navigate the famous Garden Route from Cape Town to Jongensfontein, and then onto Jeffery’s Bay before culminating in East London for the World Waveski Surfing Titles.
The event will kick off with registration, a flag parade, and an opening ceremony at the renowned East London Golf Club, offering competitors a warm "Buffalo City" welcome.
Competition will commence on June 29 at Nahoon Reef, a world-renowned surf break known for its powerful and consistent waves.
The entire nine-day event will be live-streamed, allowing surfing enthusiasts to witness the prowess of the best waveski surfers across various age groups and open events, including adaptive.
Trystan Viaene, the event organizer, said: "We are thrilled to welcome the world to this magnificent arena.
“The support from our partners; Waveski Adventurers, Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, Herotel and Tidy Towns Buffalo City to name a few, and the overwhelming interest in the pre-tour indicate that the 2024 World Waveski Surfing Titles will be an event to remember."
The WWSA is inviting enthusiasts and fans to support the event by purchasing raffle tickets for a chance to win a custom-made Macski Waveski.
The winner can collect their prize at the event in East London or choose to have it shipped worldwide.
One of the key pillars supporting this prestigious event is the collaboration with Body 3.0 Nahoon, a fitness center renowned for its commitment to health and wellness.
Body 3.0 Nahoon has not only extended an exclusive invitation to participants to utilize their state-of-the-art fitness facilities during their stay but has also sponsored an athlete zone at the contest site.
This dedicated space will feature warm-up areas and machines tailored to the unique needs of waveski surfers competing in the 2024 World Waveski Surfing Titles.
The organizers are placing a strong emphasis on health-conscious hydration practices for competitors through a strategic partnership with BWT H2O East London.
This collaboration aims to revolutionize hydration during the event by introducing magnesium water hydration stations.
Aligned with the overarching goal to "Change the World Sip by Sip”, this initiative not only seeks to enhance the well-being of participants but also reflects the event's commitment to fostering innovative and health-conscious practices within the surfing community.
Additionally, the event is proud to announce Red Alert Service Solutions as the official medic and security partner.
Red Alert Service Solutions’ expertise in providing top-notch medical and security services ensures that the contest village and participants are looked after during their stay, enhancing the safety and well-being of everyone involved.
The International Canoe Federation has a longstanding Memorandum of Understanding with the WWSA, making waveski surfing one of the global governing body for paddle sports’ recognized disciplines.
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