2026 Wake Season Recap

What a season we had on the water! From June through August, we had the incredible opportunity to spend over 250 hours on boats, pouring into the lives of riders, building connections, and making unforgettable memories. It was a season overflowing with fun, faith, and, of course, a lot of wakeboarding and wakesurfing.

At our 3 weekly Bible study locations, Fish Lake, Lotus Lake, and Lake Minnetonka, we saw over 100 riders participate. These evenings on the water were about more than wakeboarding and wakesurfing; they were opportunities for growth. Riders connected with each other, dove deeper into their faith, dug into the book of Judges, and experienced the beauty of God's creation in powerful new ways.

Our wake camps and private lessons drew 169 riders throughout the summer. Each day brought new challenges and big wins as kids of all skill levels, from first-time riders learning to stand up, to advanced wakeboarders pushing their limits, encouraged one another and celebrated each step forward.

This summer wasn't just about riding. It was about creating community where young people could feel accepted, loved, and empowered. Our Minnesota Wakeboard Classic brought the whole community together to celebrate a sport we love, with 28 riders competing hard and cheering just as hard for each other from the beach. Moments like these remind us that wakeboarding is just the starting point for deeper transformation.

One story that stuck with all of us this summer was a rider who dedicated his life to Christ at our May session. What happened next was the real testimony. He started showing up to Bible study regularly, and you could see him wrestling with real questions, putting his phone down, leaning in, and asking the hard ones instead of staying on the surface. By the end of the season, he wasn't just showing up as a rider anymore; he was volunteering at the Minnesota Wakeboard Classic, giving his time to serve the community the same way he'd been served. Watching someone go from receiving to giving in one summer is exactly why we do this.

While we’re sad to pull the boat out of the water in the coming weeks, we are beyond grateful for everyone who made this summer possible, our incredible donors, volunteers, families, and most importantly, the riders who showed up, gave their all, and grew together in community.

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donation to expand JSAW's wake programs, please click here! Your support helps us reach even more riders with the love of Christ through wakeboarding and wakesurfing.