Keep your weight on the balls of your feet and not your heels. Your ultimate goal is to have your ski go through the water on its edge, but that will come as you practice going through the wake at sharper angles and at faster speeds. Your ski goes through the water much faster on its edge than when it is flat on the water. Remember to take it slow in the beginning, and as your confidence level increases, so will your ability to tackle the wakes. Waterski schools are a great way to improve your skills.
Various ones teach basic waterskiing, slalom, trick, kneeboarding, wakeboarding, jump, and more.
For a large assortment of schools across the United States and beyond, view a list of waterski schools I have compiled for you. Post your questions or comments to the waterskiing forum . Learn how to be the best wakeboarder on your lake. Zane Schwenk's free instructional newsletter shows you how. Learn how to be the best barefoot water skier on your lake.