"Wakeboarding is an amazing sport, it's inclusive, fun and everyone involved is very supportive. By joining BWSW you will not only be helping grow the sport but you will also become a member of the team and be eligible for all the amazing benefits too!

QUALIFICATIONS

Access to a range of comprehensive qualifications from boat driving, cable and boat coaching to cable operating/instructing. Our ongoing coaching development. We continue to review and update our qualifications to ensure they are fit for purpose. In addition, we offer further training and CPD opportunities for those who hold our qualifications. We now offer a free ICC renewal to members who have obtained the ICC through BWSW and have remained a consistant member for the 5 year validity of that qualification. Terms and conditions apply and are attached to the bottom of this page. Please email coaching@bwsf.co.uk for more information on our courses and qualifications. Qualifications may be subject to re-testing in the event that BWSW membership is or is not maintained over any 12 month period. Any application form will require the driver / coach / operator to notify BWSW of any medical condition or other factor which could impact their ability to drive / coach / operate.  Retesting may also be required at age 70. For further information on the qualifications we offer please visit our Coaching and Qualifications page by CLICKING HERE. 

PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE

As a member you are automatically covered by our liability and personal accident insurance scheme. This personal accident insurance includes accidental bodily injury cover up to £30,000 whilst skiing and riding anywhere in the world or travelling to and from any club, regional, national or international calendared water ski activity organised by BWSW. The policy also gives a weekly benefit of £200 per week if you are in full time employment and off work for Temporary Total Disablement for over 4 weeks as a result of a skiing injury. Also includes £750 dental injury cover, £500 towards physiotherapy cover. We also provide professional indemnity cover to all registered and qualified Instructors, Coaches and Officials acting on a voluntary basis within the BWSW network. Visit the insurance zone for an overview of all member insurance benefits.

MAGAZINE & NEWSLETTER

BWSW hard copy magazine sent directly to your home four times a year, containing all the latest news and views plus relevant and useful articles. Access to the extended content online magazine. You will also upon sign-up receive regular newsletters during the peak season to keep you updated.

SUPPORT AND ADVICE

Whether finding a club/centre online, accessing rules, technical matters or simply searching for news or competition results.  BWSW maintains a great deal of resources and continues to review and develop policies to support your sport which are available on our website. Our dedicated staff team can assist, provide guidance and advise on a range of subjects within the sport. We are available to help and support your needs and involvement with our sport. 

SUPPORTING OUR AFFILIATES

Whether finding an affiliated / accredited club / centre online, accessing rules, technical matters or providing information on our benefits and qualifications – we are available to help and support your needs and involvement with our sport. BWSW maintains a great deal of resources and develops policies to support your sport.

OTHER BENEFITS

• Huge savings with our discount schemes - click here for further information
• BWSW Partners - offering additional benefits to your membership. Find out more here
• Online members zone - access to restricted member only content online / resources. Access to your online account and profile allowing you to view current qualifications and certificates
• Cutting Edge & Progressive Edge - Youth award scheme
• Access to a range of courses, training and seminars held throughout the year
• Access competition licences via our website and be granted access to the international Event Management System (EMS) to enter competitions relevant to your discipline

ANTI-DOPING

The UK Anti-Doping Rules/ Anti-Doping Rules of BWSW are binding on all members participating in Water Skiing/Wakeboarding for a minimum of 12 months from the commencement of membership, in accordance with the BWSW’s Rules of Conduct, whether or not the member is a citizen of, or resident in, the UK. Whilst you are agreeing to comply with the UK Anti-Doping Rules/ Anti-Doping Rules of BWSW for a 12 month period, your membership is only valid until the end of the season 31st March.