Bring out the entire family and join us in celebrating OWC’s newest attraction with a live DJ, free food, drinks, and giveaways. The Aquapark concept is inspired by LEGO blocks, featuring a modular series of interlocking climbing obstacles, pathways, slides, and trampolines, allowing for endless fun for all ages.

“The grand opening of the OWC Aquapark will be a momentous event for people of all ages and I’m incredibly proud of the team at Aktion Parks for making this dream a reality. I am personally very excited about spending time on this new attraction that will introduce more people to our world-famous cable park,” stated Bill Yeargin, CEO of Correct Craft (owner of Aktion Parks).

The OWC Aquapark will be open to the public starting Sunday, March 11th from 11:00AM – 5:00PM daily throughout the month of March. Book your Aquapark session in advance so you don’t miss out on all of the fun. Click here to schedule.

The event will be held at OWC, 8615 Florida Rock Road, Orlando, FL 32824 located off Landstreet Road. Click here for directions.

About Aktion Parks

Aktion Parks, a subsidiary of Correct Craft, delivers customers an active, watersports lifestyle that is safe, healthy, family friendly, and environmentally conscious. Aktion Parks owns and operates two of the most recognized parks in the world, Orlando Watersports Complex and Miami Watersports Complex, and will soon be opening a third park, Elite Cable Park. To learn more about Aktion Parks visit www.aktionparks.com. http://www.aktionparks.com/

About Correct Craft

Celebrating 93 years of excellence in the marine industry, Correct Craft is a Florida-based company with global operations. The Correct Craft family includes Nautique, Centurion, Supreme, Bass Cat, Yar-Craft, SeaArk, and Bryant boat companies, Pleasurecraft Marine Engine Group, and Aktion Parks. For more information please visit correctcraft.com.

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ORLANDO, FL (January 16, 2018) — Aktion Parks is pleased to announce Orlando Watersports Complex (OWC) will be adding an inflatable Aquapark in Spring of 2018.

Orlando Watersports Complex (OWC) will be the first in Central Florida to launch the inflatable Aquapark attraction. Known by many as the world’s most recognized cable park, OWC will be adding the inflatable Aquapark by Wibit, the premier inflatables manufacturer in the water park industry. The aquapark concept is inspired by LEGO blocks, featuring a modular series of interlocking climbing obstacles, pathways, slides, and trampolines, allowing for endless fun for all ages.

With multiple challenges like the XXL climbing tower, trampoline, balance beam, monkey bars, rodeo slide and much more the Aquapark at OWC will provide hours of fun for families. The new attraction will complement our world-famous cable park situated on a 60-acre lake that features two full size cable systems, a two tower cable system used for our Get-Up-Guarantee, and the award winning Super Air Nautique G23 and record-breaking Ski Nautique 200 available for lessons on the boat lake.

The Aquapark will be a great addition for anyone looking for a unique event for corporate and private parties, especially birthday parties! OWC is open year-round to the public except for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

“Our Aktion Parks team is excited about this new attraction at OWC which will open this spring; it is a fantastic addition to our world famous water park and will be great for both kids and adults, making it the perfect activity for families,” stated Bill Yeargin, CEO of Correct Craft (owner of Aktion Parks).

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ORLANDO, FL (November 4, 2016) – Aktion Parks is proud to announce the 14th Annual Slider Spectacular to be held December 3-4 at the world famous Orlando Watersports Complex (OWC).

Riders of all ages and abilities, competing in nine divisions, will challenge themselves on OWC’s legendary Advanced Cable. Over the course of two days, riders are guaranteed to ride at least twice in this Features Only competition.

Competition organizers will be introducing several exciting new elements to this year’s event, including a new streamlined judging format that minimizes wait times for riders and results. This new format will provide a live display with updated results that can be viewed on site or online through any device. By popular demand, the Junior Pro (16 and under) division will make its debut at the 14th Annual Slider Spectacular.

Also new for 2016, Slider Spectacular presents the first ever Cable Awards ceremony for local OWC riders. Much like Wake Awards, special riders who have stood out throughout the year will be awarded in several categories. These categories include:

• Male Rider of the Year

• Female Rider of the Year

• Grom Rider of the Year

• “Check out this Kid” Award

• OWC Video of the Year

• Honorary “Cable Rat” Award

Bill Yeargin, CEO of Correct Craft (owner of Aktion Parks) stated, “OWC is proud to once again host the Slider Spectacular for the 14th year. We are especially excited to recognize the people who support us the most, our local riders.” Yeargin added, “Our OWC team is focused on hosting a great event and with the all-new additions, we hope to make this year’s Slider Spectacular the best one yet!”

Online contest registration is now open >>

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ORLANDO, FL (October 31, 2016) – This past Saturday, Orlando Watersports Complex (OWC) hosted “SUP with a Cop Day” benefitting Urban Surf 4 Kids, a unique outreach organization that works with orphan and foster kids.

Approximately 50 kids, volunteers, and local law enforcement came together to bridge community relationships through stand up paddleboarding (SUP) at the OWC facility. The event offered free SUP lessons for kids, a SUP Expo, and a Meet and Greet with the Orange County Fire Authority who were nice enough to bring out their fire engine (with lights flashing and sirens blaring!) for all the kids to see.

Wesley Stewart, founder of Urban Surf 4 Kids, stated, “It’s been such a great experience to work with OWC. The empowerment of our foster youth through these events is nothing short of life changing. Together, we are bridging the gaps to make a lasting impact.”

Bill Yeargin, CEO of Correct Craft (owner of Aktion Parks) stated, “Our OWC team was thrilled to host this unique event that builds relationships and trust in our community.” Yeargin added, “Our primary focus at our Correct Craft companies is ‘Making Life Better’ and we are happy to use our OWC facility for this wonderful event!”

For more information about Urban Surf 4 Kids visit www.urbansurf4kids.org.

About Aktion Parks: Aktion Parks, a subsidiary of Correct Craft, delivers customers an active watersports lifestyle that is safe, healthy, family friendly, and environmentally conscious. Aktion Parks owns and operates both Miami Watersports Complex and Orlando Watersports Complex, two of the largest cable wakeboard parks in the U.S. and two of the most recognized parks in the world. To learn more about Aktion Parks visit www.aktionparks.com.

About Correct Craft: Celebrating 91 years of excellence in the marine industry, Correct Craft is a Florida-based company with global operations. The Correct Craft family includes Nautique, Centurion, Supreme, Bass Cat, Yar-Craft, and SeaArk boat companies, Pleasurecraft Marine Engine Group, and Aktion Parks. For more information please visit www.correctcraft.com.

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Elite Cable Park will be part of the new USA Water Ski Foundation (USA-WSF) headquarters and training center to be built at the city of Auburndale’s $25 million Lake Myrtle Sports Complex located at 905 Lake Myrtle Park Road, Auburndale, FL 33823.

Completion of Elite Cable Park is scheduled for Spring 2017, and it is expected to draw wakeboarding enthusiasts, professional competitors, and world-renowned competitions to Auburndale. The park situated on Lake Myrtle, a beautiful 76-acre freshwater lake, will be staffed with experienced coaches offering lessons in wakeboarding, wakesurfing, and other watersports of all skill levels. Like Aktion’s other world famous parks (Orlando Watersports Complex and Miami Watersports Complex), ECP will provide Hyperlite equipment for all lessons and host events that feature the award-winning Nautique Boats.

Bill Yeargin, CEO of Correct Craft (owner of Aktion Parks) stated, “We are thrilled to begin construction on Elite Cable Park, Aktion Park’s third boat and cable park.” Yeargin added, “Elite Cable Park will be one of the world’s finest cable parks and as part of the Lake Myrtle Sports Complex will provide world class training and fun to wakeboarders from around the globe.”

The ceremonial shovel-turning, featured representatives from partners including the USA Water Ski Foundation, Aktion Parks, City of Auburndale, Polk County, Visit Central Florida, USA Water Ski, Five Star Family Growers, Rodda Construction, JSK Consulting and some of the world’s greatest water skiers and wakeboarders, on the USA Water Ski Foundation property on the South end of Lake Myrtle.

For future updates about Elite Cable Park, visit www.aktionparks.com/elite.

About Aktion Parks: Aktion Parks, a subsidiary of Correct Craft, delivers customers an active watersports lifestyle that is safe, healthy, family friendly, and environmentally conscious. Aktion Parks owns and operates both Miami Watersports Complex and Orlando Watersports Complex, two of the largest cable wakeboard parks in the U.S. and two of the most recognized parks in the world. To learn more about Aktion Parks visit www.aktionparks.com.

About Correct Craft: Celebrating 91 years of excellence in the marine industry, Correct Craft is a Florida-based company with global operations. The Correct Craft family includes Nautique, Centurion, Supreme, Bass Cat, Yar-Craft, and SeaArk boat companies, Pleasurecraft Marine Engine Group, and Aktion Parks. For more information please visit www.correctcraft.com.

About USA Water Ski Foundation: Established in 1968, the USA Water Ski Foundation has been an integral part of the history and fabric of water skiing and all towed water sports in the United States. The USA Water Ski Foundation raises funds to preserve and celebrate the history of all towed water sports and to promote and grow these sports through marketing and educational program initiatives. For more information visit www.usawaterskifoundation.org.

About Lake Myrtle Sports Complex: Lake Myrtle Sports Park is home to the Polk County Tourism and Sports Marketing Headquarters, the governing body for Visit Central Florida and Central Florida Sports Marketing. Lake Myrtle also hosts the Florida Sports Hall of Fame and is the home of the Florida Youth Soccer Association Headquarters. Lake Myrtle Sports Park is owned by the City of Auburndale and managed by Auburndale Parks and Recreation department. Lake Myrtle Sports Park boasts five (5) collegiate baseball fields and eleven (11) soccer fields that can host a variety of other sports, such as: lacrosse, ultimate Frisbee, rugby, flag football, etc. For more information visit www.lakemyrtlesportspark.org.

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ORLANDO, FL (July 11, 2016) – Today Aktion Parks announced several improvements to enhance the overall rider experience at its most famous park, Orlando Watersports Complex (OWC).

These improvements include:

• New Rixen cable operator booths on both the Standard and Advanced Cables. These booths replace the original 17-year-old custom-made booths and will help increase the efficiency of both cable systems.

• Modifications to the Advanced Cable include shortening the ropes by six feet and a corresponding extension of the starting dock. Certain to thrill many OWC regulars, these modifications will allow riders more airtime to master more difficult tricks.

• The Advanced Cable will soon have a new wave break running down the center of the lake to reduce rollers creating a calmer water surface, significantly improving the riding experience.

Bill Yeargin, CEO of Correct Craft (owner of Aktion Parks) stated, “Our Aktion Parks team is committed to continually improving the customer experience at our parks.” Yeargin added, “These changes will reinforce once again why OWC is consistently rated one of world’s top boat and cable parks.”

About Aktion Parks: Aktion Parks, a subsidiary of Correct Craft, delivers customers an active, watersports lifestyle that is safe, healthy, family friendly, and environmentally conscious. Aktion Parks owns and operates two of the most recognized parks in the world, Orlando Watersports Complex and Miami Watersports Complex, and will soon be opening a third park, Elite Cable Park. To learn more about Aktion Parks visit www.aktionparks.com.

About Correct Craft: Celebrating 91 years of excellence in the marine industry, Correct Craft is a Florida-based company with global operations. The Correct Craft family includes Nautique, Centurion, Supreme, Bass Cat, Yar-Craft, and SeaArk boat companies, Pleasurecraft Marine Engine Group, and Aktion Parks. For more information please visit www.correctcraft.com.

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Everybody knows that the greater Miami area is a hotbed for fun outdoor activities. With the city’s ­insanely diverse culture that’s big on being ­active in the sun, a watersports complex fits like a glove. In fact, a facility like the Miami Watersports Complex probably should have existed years ago. Like anything, though, doing it right and getting the best people involved took time, and that’s ­exactly how Miami Watersports Complex has been built up and presented to the now-frothing community. Once a pipe dream of ­local riders, Miami Watersports Complex now sits as one of the best ­facilities in the country to ride, learn and experience ­every facet of wakeboarding. We had the chance to sit down with David and Nacho Hernandez, who co-manage the park and coach together.

Whose vision was the Miami Watersports Complex?
Mike and Paula Fay had the vision, along with Kim and Henrik Laursen from Miami Nautique and Juan Pablo Cappello. These three are the reason Miami Watersports Complex is on the map.

How did it come together?
Michael, Henrik, Kim and Juan are all members of the Greater Miami Ski Club, and it all snowballed from there. Mike, Henrik and Kim have been skiing since they were kids, and Juan picked up wakeboarding about 15 years ago. What’s cool is that all the owners are riders. Mike wakeskates, wakesurfs and wakeboards. Juan skates and surfs, and Kim and Henrik were competitive skiers for many years. Before we started building the cable, Aktion Parks and Correct Craft came in and partnered up with the original ­owners. And fun fact: Henrik from Miami Nautique discussed the merger with Bill Yeargin, CEO of Correct Craft, on a plane ride together.

What’s the central mission for the park?
To introduce wakeboarding, wakeskating and wakesurfing to Miami. ­Wakeboarding is an expensive sport, as we all know, so to have two full-size ­cables and a two-tower system here in Miami is great. It gives people who cannot afford a boat the chance to get out on the water and rip it up at a low cost, and eventually we can start spitting out some pros from ­Miami. At the end of the day, it’s about family, friends, smiles and fun in the sun. The experience is everything!

How many cable systems are there in total?
Two full-size Rixen cables and a two-tower system. The beginner cable is a six-tower and the advanced cable is a five-tower.

What kind of rails do you guys offer?
All Unit Parktech features. We have two ­medium kickers, a funbox and a small kicker on the beginner cable. On advanced cable, we have a large kicker, an XL ­kicker, a pipe rail, the Henshaw signature rail, a rooftop, a double-­kink transfer, a cheese wedge and a coffin box.

What community projects is the park ­involved in?
We’re involved with Above the Wake [an ­autism awareness program], and we’re ­working on after-school programs with Miami-­Dade County public and private schools. We’re also working on charity events with the ­Miami Heat and other professional teams and ­organizations.

What events does the park play host to?
We had the Monster Energy Triple Crown last year, and we hosted the nationals as well. We also have our Points Chase Tournament, host corporate team-­building, and we’re working on rail jam, kicker and double-up ­competitions.

Do you offer coaching?
Yep, we offer coaching on our G23 as well as in the park. We have some of the best boat and cable ­coaches in South Florida. We [­David and ­Nacho] have been coaching boat for more than 20 years, and we’re both fluent in English and Spanish, which is very helpful in such a ­diverse community. All lessons are by reservation only. Since we have a partnership with Correct Craft, we have team ­riders come down all the time for clinics. Shaun Murray, Shawn Watson and Jimmy LaRiche are just some who have coached here.

What’s the plan for Miami Watersports Complex in the near ­future?
We are looking into getting a pool gap and a floating island in the middle of our ­advanced side as a wave breaker, hopefully within the year.

What about long-term?
Well, we did sign a 30-year lease with Miami-­Dade County, so we are going to be around for a bit. We want to make this the number one cable park in the world. I see us getting another two-tower, more features, and at the rate we’re ­going, we might need a third cable! We are also looking into building a restaurant as well.

Who are some of the key people to thank for this amazing place?
Where do I begin? Miami-Dade County, for starters. Without their approval, this wouldn’t have been possible. Next would be Mike and Paula Fay, Kim and Henrik ­Laursen, Juan Pablo Cappello, Bill Yeargin, Sean Marrero, Ryan Malone, ­Jeff Trudeau, Aktion Parks, Correct Craft, Hyperlite and Byerly Boards.

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ORLANDO, FL (May 17, 2016) – This past weekend 35 employees from Aktion Parks, Orlando Watersports Complex (OWC), and Nautique Boats came together to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity to build a home funded by OWC for a deserving Central Florida family.

Located in the Butler’s Preserve community, the home started Saturday morning as just a concrete slab but was transformed by the hard work from the Correct Craft employees who were able to install all of the walls and roof trusses. Construction will continue on the home until October when a single mother from Honduras will receive the keys to her new home.

This is the fourth Central Florida Habitat for Humanity home that Correct Craft companies have funded and volunteered to help build.

Bill Yeargin, President and CEO of Correct Craft, stated, “I am incredibly proud of our teams from Nautique, Aktion and OWC for their hard work on this house; it demonstrates once again that we have an incredible team that not only wants to excel at their jobs but also work together to make life better.” Yeargin added, “The past four years Correct Craft companies, Nautique Boats, and OWC have been honored to fund the building of four Habitat for Humanity homes and we are thrilled that our employees have also embraced this worthy cause!”

About Aktion Parks: Aktion Parks, a subsidiary of Correct Craft, delivers customers an active, watersports lifestyle that is safe, healthy, family friendly, and environmentally conscious. Aktion Parks owns and operates both Miami Watersports Complex and Orlando Watersports Complex, two of the largest cable wakeboard parks in the U.S. and two of the most recognized parks in the world. To learn more about Aktion Parks visit www.aktionparks.com.

About Nautique Boat Company: Celebrating 91 years of excellence in the marine industry, Nautique is a subsidiary of Correct Craft and has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Nautique is known to push the envelope of possibility on the water, and our owners have come to expect nothing but the absolute best. The Ski Nautique 200 has changed waterskiing with 19 world records, the G-Series has won numerous awards for wakeboard boat and wakesurf boat of the year while unlocking new possibilities in wakeboarding and wakesurfing, and our Sport Series has given families endless days on the water without compromise. Through our Nautique Cares initiatives we’re dedicated to not only making a difference on the water, but to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com.

About Correct Craft: Celebrating 91 years of excellence in the marine industry, Correct Craft is a Florida-based company with global operations. The Correct Craft family includes Nautique, Centurion, Supreme, Bass Cat, Yar-Craft, and SeaArk boat companies, Pleasurecraft Marine Engine Group, and Aktion Parks. For more information please visit www.correctcraft.com.

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Results:

Pro Wakeboard – 1st: Jake Pelot | 2nd: Guenther Oka | 3rd: Pedro Caldas

Pro Skate – 1st: George Daniels | 2nd: Forrest Stern | 3rd: Ty Stern

Women’s – 1st: Hollie Waldrop | 2nd: Chelsea Foy | 3rd: Chelsea Clark

Advanced – 1st: Gavin Stuckey | 2nd: Brandon Harris | 3rd: Josh Harris

Intermediate – 1st: Parker Swope | 2nd: Garrett Coleman | 3rd: Anthony Gocinski

Novice – 1st: Gavin Giglio | 2nd: Luke Osterberger | 3rd: Barrett Swope

Beginner – 1st: Daniel Laskowski | 2nd: Kien Shapiro | 3rd: Maiya Martin

Amateur Skate – 1st: Dillon Dreiling | 2nd: Keenan Allen | 3rd: Parker Swope

Master’s – 1st: Darin Shapiro | 2nd: Jason Stuckey | 3rd: Kenneth Sampson

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