Photo by Johnny Hayward Photography
Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada (WSWC) is proud to announce the induction of Jaret Llewellyn into the WSWC Hall of Fame on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. The ceremony will take place at Shalom Park in Edmonton, Alberta, in the Banquet Center, following the completion of that day’s competition at the 2025 Canadian Water Ski Championships. While the championship event will continue throughout the week, this special Hall of Fame induction will be a moment to honour Jaret’s legacy as one of Canada’s greatest water skiers.
Hailing from Innisfail, Alberta, Jaret Llewellyn’s remarkable career spans nearly three decades. He has amassed 117 Pro Tour victories, broken 11 world records, secured 9 world championship titles, and earned 10 Pan Am Games medals. His 26 medals at the Pan Am Championships, including 22 golds, and five World Cup jump championships highlight his dominance in the sport.
Jaret’s impact goes beyond his competitive success. At the 2003 Pan Am Games in Santo Domingo, he proudly served as Canada’s Opening Ceremony flag bearer, further cementing his legacy as a national icon.
Jaret’s journey to success began at a young age when he started water skiing at six years old. Initially hesitant due to a fear of sharks, he overcame that fear after a challenge was issued to all the kids who had never skied before at a party at his parents’ cabin. Competing at age 9 and representing Canada by 14, he went on to turn pro at 18, foregoing a career in ice hockey to pursue his passion for water skiing. His dedication to the sport and his country has made him one of the most influential athletes in water skiing history.
Jaret’s dedication to water skiing goes far beyond his competition success. As a Co-Founder of WorldWaterSkiers (WWS), a non-profit foundation aimed at uniting the sport of water skiing, Jaret has played a pivotal role in growing the global water ski community. Since 2021, he has also spearheaded the WWS Overall Tour, further enhancing the sport’s visibility and fostering connections among athletes worldwide.
The Hall of Fame ceremony at Shalom Park will be a memorable moment during the 2025 Canadian Water Ski Championships. We invite all members of the water ski community to join us as we honour Jaret’s incredible legacy. His induction into the Hall of Fame as an Athlete serves as a recognition of a career built on excellence, dedication, and a deep love for the sport of water skiing.