2026 IWWF E&A WATERSKI OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS

Name: Georgian Waterski & Wakeboard Federation
Address: GE

24–26 JULY

POTI, GEORGIA

FINAL BULLETIN

01 / 07

Map view of Poti, Maltakva waterski competition venue

CHAMPIONSHIP LOCATION

This is a specially arranged, closed water area designed for sporting events. The first European Championship ever held in Georgia has already taken place at this location.

The city of Poti has had a special connection with this sport for more than three decades and has all the necessary infrastructure, qualified human resources, and most importantly, an artificial lake specifically designed for hosting water skiing tournaments.

📍 Poti, Maltakva

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Boat, Ramp & Lake Specifications

IWWF homologated Beeman waterski jump ramp specifications

Golden Lake waterski course dimensions and water conditions

Jump Ramp – Beeman (USA)

Type: IWWF homologated waterski jump ramp
Width: ~4.2 m
Length: ~6.7 m
Surface: Fiberglass competition surface

Lake characteristics:

Length: approx. 1,000 – 1,200 m
Width: approx. 120 – 150 m
Average depth: 4 – 6 m
Lake bed: flat, mostly sandy
Calm freshwater conditions suitable for competitive waterskiing
Straight channel-style lake ideal for tournament courses
Surrounded by flat terrain and vegetation
Historically used for international sporting events

2025 Ski Nautique competition boat specifications

2025 Ski Nautique – Specifications

Engine: PCM ZZ6 6.2L V8 Speed Control
Power: 450 HP
Slalom prop: ACME 4000
OFF Version: Latest
Size: 13.25x15
Zero-Off GPS Speed Control

Golden Lake waterski competition venue in Poti, Georgia

Beeman waterski jump ramp technical specifications diagram

Ski Nautique tournament boat for waterski competition

Registration Deadlines & Cancellation Policy

Registration background for 2026 EA Open Championships

Cancellation policy details for waterski championship registration

Registration Deadline

Cancellation Rules & Conditions

Cancellation rules and conditions for competition entries

Entries are considered valid only after registration in EMS and full payment of the entry fee. Entry fees are non-refundable if an athlete or team does not attend the competition.

Substitutions are permitted without penalty if the replacement athlete has already been entered as an Official Reserve, Individual, or Wild Card and is approved according to the competition rules. Any changes must be completed before the official entry list closure deadline.

Registration deadline schedule for 2026 EA Open Championships

Accommodation options near Golden Lake waterski venue

Stay Near Golden Lake

Magnika Resort exterior, official hotel for 2026 EA Open Championships

Magnika Resort
(The Official Hotel)

Room rates include breakfast, dinner in the restaurant is possible, a 24/7 well-equipped gym facility, private parking, outdoor swimming pool and high-speed WI-FI. Please note that these rates are reserved for the period of July 20-28.

Double & Family Rooms Available

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Paragraph Resort & Spa Shekvetili

The resort features modern rooms with sea and forest views, a world-class spa and wellness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, fitness facilities, and direct beach access.

Suites & Deluxe Rooms Available

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