Water sports are activities that involve swimming, kayaking, surfing, sailing, and more. Water sports require participants to be comfortable in the water and have basic knowledge of water safety. They can provide a great workout and also a range of recreational activities, such as bird watching and fishing. Participants of water sports need to have a good understanding of the weather conditions and make sure they have all the necessary gear before they get in the water. Common water sports activities include jet skiing, canoeing, snorkeling, scuba diving, and wakeboarding.