World-ranked athletes. Down-to-earth coaches. Ryan Deese and Emma Galusha bring their experience from international competition to every session on Lake Tarpon.

 

Ryan Deese
Ranked #6 in the 2026 WWA Global Rankings — Pro Men Skim. Ryan finished #2 overall in the 2025 WWA Nautique Wakesurf Series and took second at the 2025 Japan Wakesurf Open in Pro Men Skim. A lifelong Florida waterman, he also designs and rides his signature Deese Mode Pro board with Kanuk Board Co.
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Emma Galusha
Ranked #3 in the 2026 WWA Global Rankings — Pro Women Skim. Emma earned second place in both Pro Women Skim and Pro Women Surf at the 2025 Japan Wakesurf Open. A Kanuk team rider with her own Emma Galusha Pro board, she brings a supportive approach to helping riders build confidence and progress.
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From your first rope-free ride to your next breakthrough trick, you get personal coaching, encouragement and a crew that loves being on the water.

 

WWA rankings · 2026 standings checked November 2, 2026