Who We Are

K9Wave was founded in 2023 by women who love the sport of dock diving and want to see events return to the good 'ol days of having fun!

Founders:

Mary Young, Sondel Fermer, Lorraine Jurovich, and Jennifer Zimmerly-Offinga

Owners/Operators:

K9Wave USA: The mother/daughter team of Jamie Torrey & Ash Ward
K9Wave Canada: Sondel Fermer

Mission

To provide a social and engaging environment, bringing together a community to celebrate each Team's (Handler, Holder, and Dog) personal achievements by building each other up for a positive atmosphere to participate in safe water games with their dogs.

Purpose

  • Promote interest in the sport of Dock Diving
  • Define industry-standard rules for K9Wave events
  • Train and approve Judges for K9Wave Events
  • Sanction safe and upstanding facilities for K9Wave events
  • Encourage National and International K9Wave events
  • Recognize Excellence in all teams at all K9Wave events