We Want You!

Whether you are ready to commit or looking for more information on how to get involved you have come to the right place.

Simply review the information below and complete the inquiry form.

We can’t wait for you to join us!

August 2025 Special

For just $100 you can join The Twin Cities River Rats Water Ski Team for the month of August. This is a one-time only special so act fast!

To Join:

1) Secure USA Water Ski Insurance at USA Water Ski & Wake Sports

*** Individual active or under 25 active is required to participate

2) Complete the Membership Form

3) Complete SafeSport or Refresher Course if 18 years old or older.

For more information view our complete Membership Packet

Join The Twin Cities River Rats

We are thrilled that you are interested in the team. Simply complete the form below and a member will reach out.

  • Learning to ski or have skied few times?

    Those new to water skiing will start off on our development team . We offer weekly development practices and opportunities to perform right before the main show!

  • Are you familiar with skiing but new to the world of show skiing?

    Hoen in your show ski skills on Wednesday development nights and join for full team practice on Tuesdays. Shows are weekly with a development feature before the main show!

  • We can’t wait for you to show us your skills.

    Join us Tuesday for full team practice, Wednesday to develop new skills and Thursday for shows.

    We will compete in two tournaments throughout the summer.

 Level of Experience

Typical Schedule

Practice 1-2 nights per week (Tuesday all team practice and potentially Monday specific act practices).

Development practice weekly on Wednesdays

Shows Thursday. In August shows will be twice a week, Tuesday and Thursday!

Why we love being a Rat!

  • “ With no Show Skiing experience I joined The River Rats at 18. Being a River Rat has become the highlight of every summer. I am forever grateful for my River Rat family! "

    Morgan

  • "Regardless of your waterskiing experience or ability, The River Rats allow you to make new friends and memories that will last a lifetime!"

    Mark

  • "There's nothing better than being at the river on a beautiful summer day with awesome people doing something we love!"

    Dustin

  • "This team has become my second family. No one truly has more fun than us!!! AHHH RATS!"

    Taylor

  • "I love spending time with my River Rats friends and being on the water!"

    Connor

  • "I love being a part of The River Rats because it is something my whole family can do together. I get to ski and have so much fun with my whole family. There is no drop off and watch from the sidelines.... unless you want to"

    Pat