The Lake Forbes Aquatic Centre will host skiers from Wednesday through to Sunday this week for the annual Forbes Barefoot Water Ski Tournament.

The ski dam is closed to the general public while training and competition is on, across five days. 

The in-demand coaching clinic starts Wednesday with super coaches Pete O’Neill, Brendon Chattaway and Brendan Paige returning to Forbes for the event.

More than 80 people have signed up for the coaching clinics across three days, with boats operating on Bundaburrah Creek as well as the ski dam.

There’s coaching for all levels, with people aged six to 60 participating in the tournament overall. 

Competition then runs all weekend, but the best time for spectators will be between midday and 5pm Saturday.

Competitors are scored on their skill level, tricks including tumble turns, one foot, going backwards and jumps and the duration of their ride.

In addition to catching the barefoot action, Peter O’Neill and some of the Mulwala Show Ski Team will be doing demonstrations – including Pete’s popular fly board and wake board - throughout the afternoon.

Coaches and skiers from the Forbes and NSW Barefoot Water Ski clubs will be available to chat about all things water skiing.

Competition continues Sunday, with spectators invited to attend and cheer on the participants between 8am and 3pm.