the sporting body in brazil is called the brazilian jet sports association (bjsa) which is affiliated with the international jet sports boating association (ijsba). the bjsa was founded in 1992, and is the front runner in organizing jet skiing competitions.

brasilians are strong competitors in the jet skiing community and champions have originated from all over the country - most coastal states are contributers to the international movement. carioca competitors such as alessandro conceição da silva and antónio araujo farias are making big waves in the scene, particularly in freestyle events.