Water Sports
More Ways to Get on the Water and Have a Blast
Water skiing might be our specialty, but the fun doesn’t stop there. Whether you're here for a lesson, a group event, or just looking to switch things up, we offer a variety of beginner-friendly water sports that guarantee big smiles, good laughs, and unforgettable memories.
No pressure, no experience needed—just hop in and enjoy the ride.
New Client Starter Pack
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3 Lessons for $225+tax
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New Client Starter Pack 〰️ 3 Lessons for $225+tax 〰️
Gain Confidence Across
Wide Range of Water Sports
At McClintock’s, water skiing is just the beginning. Our water sports program includes beginner wakeboarding, discing, kneeboarding, and tubing—giving you the chance to explore new ways to enjoy the lake. Each activity is taught in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment where the focus is on having fun while building confidence at your own pace.
Build Skills That Make
Cottage Life Even Better
There’s nothing better than showing up at the cottage ready to hit the water with a few skills in your back pocket. Whether it's getting up on a wakeboard, mastering a kneeboard turn, or holding on through a wild tubing ride, we’ll help you develop real skills that make your summer adventures even more fun. It’s all about building confidence, making memories, and learning something new along the way.
Get Ready To Have Some Fun On The Water
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Beginner Water Ski or Wakeboard Lessons
Whether it’s your first time on skis or a wakeboard, we’ll help you build a solid foundation, feel confident, and have fun from day one.
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Open Water Slalom Ski Lessons
Learn or refine your slalom skills on open water with coaching that meets you where you are and helps you progress with confidence.
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Slalom Course Training
Push your skills to the next level with expert guidance through the slalom course, perfecting technique and building consistency.
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Trick Ski Coaching
Learn spins, surface tricks, and more with personalized coaching that helps you build confidence and style on the water.
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Jump Coaching
Experience the thrill of water ski jumping with expert coaching that makes learning safe, confidence-building, and seriously fun.
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Wake Foiling
Experience the thrill of flying above the water with tailored instruction that makes this exciting new sport accessible and enjoyable.
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Youth Water Sports Camps
A fun, encouraging environment where kids and teens build skills, make friends, and fall in love with water sports.
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Competitive Training Camps
Train like a pro with advanced coaching designed to help you refine your technique, enhance your performance, and achieve your goals.
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Corporate Bookings & Private Events
From team-building retreats to private celebrations, we create unforgettable experiences on the water for groups of all sizes.
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Community Events & Tournaments
Join us for fun community gatherings or WSWO sanctioned tournaments that bring together water sports enthusiasts of all levels.
Lesson Packages for the Whole Family
What Sets Us Apart
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Expert Coaching
Our dedicated team, comprised of passionate skiers with decades of experience, teaches thousands of water ski lessons each season, ensuring your success from recreational to competitive levels.
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Specialized Equipment
Experience the advantage of state-of-the-art demo skis, unique equipment like the boom bar for beginner success, easy-up handles for deep water starts, and exclusive access to three tournament-ready slalom courses, a ski jump, and more.
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Inclusive Environment
Join our dock where every day brings together a diverse community of skiers across ages, skill levels, and disciplines, creating an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for all.
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Personalized Coaching
Enjoy 1:1 lessons tailored to your unique needs, goals, and skill level, ensuring a personalized and private coaching experience.
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Dedicated to Safety
Your safety is our top priority. Our expert drivers undergo the highest level of boating safety training to ensure a safe experience for skiers and other boaters on the lake.
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Variety of Water Sports
Our licensed facility coaches skiers in a variety of water sports, including slalom skiing, jump skiing, tricking, wakeboarding, barefooting, discing, and adaptive skiing, catering to diverse abilities.
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Proven Success
Benefit from our coaches' extensive competitive experience, overseen by Jason McClintock, a former Canadian national team athlete and coach. As the Official training site for the Ontario Water Ski Team, our athletes achieve national and international success.
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Positive Encouragement
Embrace progress over perfection in a supportive community. Our focus is on positive support, community bonding, and ensuring your happiness and enjoyment in the sport.
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Dedicated Leadership
With owners actively involved in volunteering for WSWO and WSWC, our commitment to growing the sport is unwavering. Jaime and Jason dedicate countless hours because we believe in grassroots growth and development.
New Client Starter Pack
YOUR FIRST 3 lessons for $225+hst
New to water skiing or just new to McClintock’s? This is the perfect way to jump in. Our New Client Starter Pack includes three full-length lessons with expert coaching and all the equipment you need to get started with confidence.
You’ll save over 20% compared to booking individual lessons, while getting a feel for our coaching style, community, and the kind of progress that keeps skiers coming back. Whether you’re learning the basics or brushing up after time off, this is your chance to start strong and have fun doing it.
The Fine Print: All lessons must be used within 14 days of your first session. This package is limited to one per person and cannot be transferred or shared with others.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We’ve got you covered! Your coach will walk you through everything you need to know before you hit the water—from safety and body position to what it should feel like when things are going right. We’ll start slow, use specialized beginner equipment, and move at your pace so you feel confident and supported every step of the way.
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Absolutely! We love when friends and family come along to cheer you on. We just ask that all guests stay seated while in the boat and respect the space of your lesson so you can stay focused and safe.
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Whether you’re refining your open water turns or running the slalom course, your lesson will be tailored to your experience and goals. We’ll offer feedback, introduce drills when needed, and give you the tips you need to improve quickly without overthinking it.
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Our lessons are short, but intentional. One 15-minute set gives you focused time on the water, with coaching between passes so you can process and apply each adjustment. It’s a structure that helps you progress efficiently without burning out your body.
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We provide everything you need for your lesson, including skis, boards, ropes, and life jackets. Wetsuits and gloves are totally optional—we don’t provide them, but they’re available for purchase in our Pro Shop if you’d like to have them. If you prefer to use your own gear, you’re more than welcome to bring it to the dock—whatever you’re most comfortable with! You can always change your mind once you’re here and try out something new if you’d like.