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Into the waves bdo2/3/2024 ![]() The beauty of the Wavegarden Cove technology is that energy is constantly passed into the wave through the movement of the wave generator as it completes a cycle. The waves have a variety of powers and varies in strength and height between our beginner and advanced waves. In the case of The Wave, water is moved by our Wavegarden Cove technology located inside the central pier of the lake. Just like an ocean swell becomes a breaking wave when it moves over a reef or sandy beach. Waves in the surf lake are generated by moving water over a shallow profile that causes a wave to form, and then fold on itself. The size and speed of waves in the surf lake can be varied, making it suitable for all abilities from beginner to advanced.Īre the waves always the same size and type? The surf lake is capable of generating a variety of waves, from gentle, spilling beginner waves, right through to high-performance barrelling waves up to nearly 2m tall. The Wave is a brilliant training ground to improve your surfing with on consistent waves with specialist training and coaching available. The Wave takes away all these variances so surfers can surf as regularly as they choose, at a time to suit them on safe and consistent waves. Unlike other sports, surfing requires the right weather conditions, in daylight hours, at a time and place you are free to surf. Progression in surfing depends on practicing and how regularly you surf and the number of waves you get to ride. Advanced surfers should also expect to see a quick development in their surfing thanks to the consistency of the waves. The predictability of the waves generated, the length of rides, and the removal of other distractions allows beginners to focus on technique, while enjoying close supervision from our team of Wavemakers. Is it easier to learn to surf at The Wave compared to the ocean?īeginners experience can be a speedier rate of learning at The Wave compared to the ocean. The average duration of a ride is 10-13 seconds. ![]() The waves range from 0.5 to almost 2 metres with an average length or ride ranging from 35m to 85m depending on the wave and skill of the surfer. What are the different wave heights and ride lengths? We also have hot showers for after your surf so don’t forget your towel! It is a very active and intense exercise experience and therefore people only notice the cold when they first get in the water. Rest assured, if you’re coming during the Winter or on a cold day, we provide you with a really warm and thick winter wetsuit plus optional gloves, hood and boots so you won’t get cold. Our lake isn’t heated, you can check our water temperature on the website. A performance pathway exists for guests to progress through the areas of the surf lake commencing in the beginner areas, and improving their skills until they are ready to take on the advanced waves. We can accommodate brand new beginner surfers through to advanced surfers simultaneously on our waves. All designed with the abilities of the surfers in mind, as well as their safety and enjoyment. These include the advanced reef area in the lake and the beginner bay area. ![]() The lake is divided into four different surfing areas. That’s around the size of four football pitches! Our lake is measures approximately 180 metres in length by 200 metres wide at the shoreline.
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