2019 IWWF World Under 21 Waterski Championships 

 

Shalom Park Water Ski Site 

Edmonton, Canada 

July 4-7, 2019 

Bulletin No. 2 

May 13, 2019 

 

Bulletin No. 2 replaces Bulletin No. 1 in its entirety 

Changes or additions from Bulletin No. 1 are noted in Red 

 

In the case of differences between the French and English versions of this bulletin, the English 

version is to be used. 

Dans le cas des différences entre les versions Français et anglaises de ce bulletin, la version 

anglaise sera utilisée.   

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It is our pleasure to invite all Federations to the 2019 IWWF World Under 21 

Waterski Championships to be held at Shalom Park Water Ski Site in Edmonton, 

Canada, from July 4-7, 2019. We are greatly looking forward to seeing you here and 

receiving your intention to participate as soon as possible.  

1.1 Host Federation

The Host Federation is Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada (WSWC), which the 

Canadian national sports organization responsible for coordinating, growing and 

developing towed water sports from initiation to high performance through proactive 

advocacy, strengthened partnerships, effective communications and coordinated 

leadership.   

Name of Federation:  Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada 

Contact Person & Designation:  Jasmine Northcott, Chief Executive Officer 

Telephone Number:  +1 613-526-0685 

Email Address:  info@wswc.ca 

WebS Site:  http://www.wswc.ca  

1.2 Organizing Committee & Contact Details

The Organizer of the event is Shalom Park Water Ski Site.  

Contact Person & Designation:  Chuck Kraus, Chair 

Telephone Number:   +1 403-689-3494 

Email Address:  u21worlds@shalompark.com 

Web Site:  http://www.shalompark.com 

 

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1.3 Competition Website & Social Media 

Official Website:  https://worldwaterskiers.com/tournament/19iwwf01/ 

Twitter:  @skishalompark 

Instagram:  @skishalompark 

Facebook:  ShalomParkCanada 

1.4 The Event Venue

Shalom Park Water Ski Site is a man-made water ski lake located in Edmonton, 

Alberta, Canada. Shalom Park was built in 1985 and has been host to a multitude of 

events, including the Canadian Open Elite Event, the 1996 IWWF World Junior 

Waterski Championships, the Canadian Nationals Championships and a multitude of 

other events. Shalom Park is located 20 minutes away from the Edmonton 

International Airport (YEG). 

 

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Shalom Park Water Ski Site is located just north of Edmonton International Airport, 

and a short drive from many Edmonton area attractions, including West Edmonton 

Mall, one of the largest shopping complexes in North America. 

 

Downtown Edmonton  North Saskatchewan River  Peyto Lake - Icefields Hwy 

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Google Map Location of Shalom Park Water Ski Site: MAP 

 

1.5 Weather

The average temperature forecasted by AccuWeather for the dates proposed for the 

2019 IWWF World Under 21 Waterski Championships are: 

Dates: July 4-7 

Average High Temp: 22C / 71F 

Average Low Temp: 9C / 48F 

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1.6 Airport

The Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is only 18.3 km away from Shalom Park 

Water Ski Site, an easy 20 minute drive. http://flyeia.com/  

1.7 Transportation

The Official Hotel provides free transportation between the airport and the hotel for                         

all guests. Transportation between the official hotel and the event venue is                       

provided free of charge to Technical Officials, IWWF Discipline Council Members, and                       

IWWF Executive Board Members. 

1.8 Car Rental

Edmonton International Airport is served by the following rental car companies. 

Taxis and ride sharing options (including Uber) are also available.  

 

Alamo 

1 877 222 9075 

780 890 7345 

 

Enterprise 

1 800 261 7331 

780 980 2338 

 

 

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Avis 

1 800 879 2847 

780 890 7596 

 

Hertz 

1 800 263 0600 

780 890 4435 

 

Budget 

1 800 268 8900 

780 890 4801 

 

National 

1 800 227 7368 

780-890-7232 

 

Thrifty 

1 800 847 4389 

780 890 4436 

 

 

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1.9 Hotel Accommodation

The host hotel for the event will be the Wyndham Garden Edmonton Airport. 

Hotel Name:  Wyndham Garden Edmonton Airport 

Address:  8016 Sparrow Drive, Leduc, AB, T9E 7G3 

Phone No:  +1 780-769-0188 

Room Rate - Single (Standard 

King) 

Cdn$115.00, includes free breakfast for all guests 

Room Rate - Double (Two 

Queens) 

Cdn$119.00, includes free breakfast for all guests 

Credit Cards Accepted:  All major credit cards 

Hotel Website:  https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/wyndham-garden/le

duc-alberta/wyndham-garden-inn-edmonton-airport/ov

erview  

Booking Deadline:  May 31, 2019 

Distance from Event Venue:  18.5km 

Notes / Comments:  20% off food at Hotel Restaurants 

Use code “U21Worlds” for rates above 

1.10 Tourist Information

There are many options for tourist activities in Edmonton and greater Alberta. Visit 

Travel Alberta and Explore Edmonton for options and help in planning your trip.  

1.11 Visa Entry Requirements

Canada has one of the most advanced customs processes in the world to provide 

visitors with security and ease of travel. Visitors must have valid travel documents 

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to enter Canada to provide proof of their citizenship. Document requirements vary 

depending on from which country you are travelling from. Please check with your 

travel agent or your local Canadian Consulate if you need a Visa. If you do, please, 

contact the u21worlds@shalompark.com for an official invitation from Water Ski 

Wakeboard Canada.  

 

Canada has introduced a new entry requirement, known as Electronic Travel 

Authorization (eTA), for visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Canada by air. 

Exceptions include U.S. citizens and travelers with a valid visa. Entry requirements 

for other methods of travel (land, sea) have not changed. Starting August 1, 2015, 

eligible travelers can apply online for an eTA. On March 15, 2016, this entry 

requirement will become mandatory and travelers will need an eTA before they can 

board a flight to Canada. 

1.12 Official Functions The Opening Ceremony, Closing Ceremony, and Final Night Banquet are offered free                       

of charge to Athletes, Team Officials, Technical Officials, IWWF Discipline Council                     

Members and IWWF Executive Board Members. 

The Final Night Banquet and Closing Ceremonies will be held at the Holiday Inn &                             

Suites Edmonton International Airport (1102 4 Street, Nisku, AB), located 1.1km                     

north of the host hotel. A limited number of banquet tickets are available for                           

purchase by family members and companions. The cost is US$60 each and the                         

deadline to purchase will be June 13, 2019. To purchase banquet tickets, email                         

u21worlds@shalompark.com with the subject line “Banquet Tickets”.  

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1.13 Intentions to Enter and Entries

In accordance with IWWF Rule 2.05 Federations wishing to send a team to compete 

at the 2019 IWWF World Under 21 Waterski Championships should complete and 

return the “Intention to Enter” as soon as possible. 

 

The Intention to Enter MUST be submitted exclusively through the online Admin 

System: www.iwsftournament.com/WorldAdmin/ using the password which was 

provided to your Federation. If you forgot your password, contact iwwf@iwwfed.com 

for assistance. 

 

The deadline for submitting the Intention to Enter is May 5, 2019. For late 

submission of the Intention to Enter form a penalty of US$200.00 will be applied in 

accordance with IWWF Rule 2.05. To be accepted, the “Intention to Enter” must be 

accompanied by a deposit amounting to US$50.00 for each athlete mentioned on the 

Intention. (For instance : 3 athletes :3xUS$50.00 = US$150.00). This amount must be 

paid to the organisers and is non-refundable. This US$50.00 will be deducted from 

the entry fee to be paid for each athlete.  

 

The Federation may enter up to two additional athletes more than originally 

declared on the “Intention to Enter” . If more than two additional athletes 

participate, then a fee of US$50.00 per additional athlete will be levied upon that 

Federation. Federations are responsible for all bank charges. 

  

The final deadline for submitting Intention to Enter is June 4, 2019. 

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1.14 Entry Fees

The Entry Fee for the 2019 IWWF World Under 21 Waterski Championships is 

US$330.00 per competitor regardless of disciplines entered by each competitor. This 

Entry Fee includes a levy of US$30.00 to assist towards the travel costs of the 

Official Panel. Remitting parties are responsible for all bank charges on both ends. 

 

Entry fees can be paid by bank transfer or credit via Paypal plus 5% 

(https://www.paypal.me/shalompark). The deadline for payment is June 20, 2019.  

 

Bank transfer instructions are: 

Recipient Name:  2166175 Alberta Ltd. (Shalom Park Water Ski Site) 

Recipient Address:  25512B Township Road 510A 

Leduc County, Alberta, Canada T9G 0H9 

Bank Name:  BMO Private Banking 

Bank Address:  7th Floor, 350 - 7th Avenue SW 

Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2P 3N9 

Transit:  32189 

Institution:  001 

Account Number:  4787 391 

Swift Code:  BOFMCAM2 

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1.15 Lunches on Site

Lunches on site will be provided free of charge to Athletes, Team Officials, 

Technical Officials, relative IWWF Discipline Council Members and IWWF Executive 

Board Members. Family members and companions may purchase lunch packages 

(4 lunch meal tickets for US$50 (US$12.50 per day)) prior to June 13, 2019. To 

purchase a lunch package, email u21worlds@shalompark.com with the subject 

line “Lunch Package”.  

The Host hotel offers a complimentary breakfast each day.  

Evening meals and meals for other days will be self-funded and options can be found 

near the Site and Hotel.  

1.16 Training

Official Familiarization 

Official familiarization will be offered at Shalom Park on July 2-3 at a rate of 

US$300.00 per hour. In accordance with IWWF Rule 1.12: 

● The deadline for requesting official familiarization time (without penalty) is 

May 5, 2019 (60 days before the start of the event) 

● A familiarization schedule will be published on or before May 20, 2019 (45 

days before the start of the event) 

● The deadline to pay for familiarization is June 4, 2019 (30 days before the 

start of the event) 

The cost of familiarization must be paid by bank transfer [see 1.14] or credit card 

via Paypal plus 5% (https://www.paypal.me/shalompark). All bank charges are the 

responsibility of the paying party. Once payment is made, please send your proof of 

payment to kristy@shalompark.com. 

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Unofficial Practice 

Unofficial practice will be available before July 2, 2019 at a cost of US$300.00 per 

hour, and with a minimum booking of 15 minutes. Please send your training requests 

immediately to: kristy@shalompark.com and a schedule will be made starting March 

15, 2019 based on requests.  

1.17 Official Tow Boat

 

All official practice and tournament events will be pulled behind the 2019 Ski 

Nautique PCM H6 (6.2L), equipped with the latest version of Zero Off ver. S. 

1.18 Doping Control

In accordance with the IWWF Anti-Doping Rules, Doping controls will be conducted                       

during the competition. By entering this competition, all athletes agree to be                       

subject to doping control. Information about the IWWF Anti-Doping program, the                     

current IWWF AD Rules and links to the list of banned substances can be accessed on                               

the following link http://iwwf.sport/athletes/anti-doping/

 

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1.19 Tentative Schedule of Events

The provisional schedule for the 2019 IWWF World Under 21 Water Ski Championships 

is as follows. This Schedule is subject to change, and can be modified by the Chief 

Judge or the Tournament Director. 

Before July 2, 2019  Unofficial Practice 

July 2, 2019  Official Familiarization 

July 3, 2019  Official Familiarization 

Accreditation 

Jury & Team Captains Meeting 

July 4, 2019  Preliminary Rounds 

Opening Ceremony 

July 5, 2019  Preliminary Rounds 

July 6, 2019  Preliminary Rounds 

Finals 

July 7, 2019  Finals & Closing Ceremonies 

1.20 Officials 

Chief Judge: Elena Kunert SVK 

Ass. Chief Judge: Felipe Leal COL 

Homologator: Zachary Moore CAN 

Scorer: Martiza Concha CHI 

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Ass. Scorer: Annie Coitou FRA 

Judges: 

Febrianto Kadir INA 

Jerrson Delgado COL 

Kate Adriaensen BEL 

Jo-Anne Moore CAN 

Barbara Gattone ITA 

Bob Harris USA 

Gavin Kelly GBR 

Peter Person CAN 

Jorge Renosto ARG 

Drivers: 

Ian Campbell GBR 

Nigel Sparrow AUS 

Ron Moore CAN 

1.21 Massage and Chiropractic

Massage and chiropractic services will be available on site during the competition. 

The price of massage will be: 

● US$20 for 15 minutes 

● US$35 for 30 minutes 

● US$60 for an hour 

The price for chiropractic adjustment will be US$40 

Sign up will be available on site.  

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1.22 Ski Storage

The organizer will supply storage for competitor equipment. The organizer is not 

responsible for equipment that is lost or damaged.    

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