Our Wave Menu demonstrates that Wavegarden generates the highest number, the greatest variety and the best quality of waves available, all of which are key determining factors in the profitability and success of any surf park.
The number of waves/hours is what determines the maximum number of users per hour. Not surprisingly, there is a direct correlation between wave quantity and wave quality. The more waves that are created, the lower the wave quality due to increased currents. Therefore, Wavegarden publishes every wave type in the Wave Menu with 3 different frequency settings (nº waves /hour): (I) maximum number of premium quality waves per hour; (II) recommended number of waves per hour; and (III) maximum number of waves per hour.
The information shared here is based on the actual performance data of a selection of our waves from three of our operating facilities with different wave machine sizes.
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Offers longest waves & greatest variety
*Bay+Reef
Standard size lagoon with Bay and Reef areas
*Bay+Reef
With or without Bay areas, ideal for smaller footprints
*Bay+Reef
The versatility of the Wavegarden Cove technology allows the creation of the most diverse and extensive WAVE MENU available in the market, with an unlimited variety of types and shapes of waves. In our standard facilities we preprogram more than 20 different waves, catering for first-timers through to pros training for the Olympics.
Our control system has a simple and intuitive interface. Waves are easily classified by their size, shape, verticality, peeling speed and angle, and grouped into customizable playlists to match all surfing levels. In addition, private and specialists à la carte sessions are also possible.
The figures provided for wave quantity relate to the precise number of new waves, or swells, produced by the machinery during a 1-hour session. Even though one wave breaks in 4 different areas of the surfing lagoon as it moves shoreward, we do not multiply the sum by 4. We quote the precise number of waves created, not the number of rides by individual surfers.
Ride time is measured from the moment an intermediate shortboard surfer gets to their feet until their last possible maneuver (pros and longboarders can go further).
Yes. Research studies have found that our technology uses 10 times less energy than equivalent pneumatic systems, which can result in savings between €1.0-2.0€ million per year (calculations based on a busy surf park, delivering 1-2 million waves per year with an electricity price of €0.15 per kWh).
Energy consumption shares a direct correlation with the wave’s size, length and number of modules. Keeping consumption at a minimum is absolutely critical to the financial success and sustainability of a commercial wave park.
For every Wave Menu we present the precise energy consumption in the creation of individual waves to verify that the Wavegarden Cove has the lowest energy consumption in the market.
In total, there are more than 20 waves on the menu catering for first-timers through to professional athletes. The Wavegarden Cove technology offers 6 wave categories: Bays, Waikiki, Malibu, Turns, Barrels, and Airs. Each wave type comes in 3-4 different sizes and 2-3 different peeling speeds.
This variety is essential for the development of surfing skills for learning, cruising, open-face maneuvers, tube riding, and aerials. This helps establish a pathway of progression and encourages repeat visits. It also provides complete flexibility for private sessions and surf competitions.
The wave generator machine is controlled by sophisticated software that allows easily customized wave playlists perfect for all levels.
Each setting takes into consideration and balances the importance of wave quality vs wave quantity to ensure the optimal conditions for surfers. The 3 settings presented, differenti
The answer lies in the learnings from our exhaustive research and testing. We know that high wave frequency allows for increased surfer capacity, which is critical to operational viability. Also, good wave variety and quality is vital for customer satisfaction and repeat business.
The total quantity of waves created per hour has a direct correlation with the potential number of users that can be in the water. In parallel, the total number of waves created per hour has a direct impact on their quality: the more waves created, the lesser their quality due to increased currents and turbulence.
In Wavegarden our engineers have been optimizing the balance between bathymetry, lagoon size, number and quality of waves (per hour) of our Wavegarden Coves for more than 10 years and this has been the key to our success.
Facilities with more modules introduce larger volumes of energy into the lagoons’ water than those with fewer modules. As a result, it takes longer for this energy to disperse. And, as wave quality is dependent on energy levels, facilities with more modules produce less waves per hour because more time is required to settle the turbulence and currents. The upside is that facilities with more modules create longer waves.
There are several reasons for this. The wave frequency, lagoon shape and bathymetry may vary from one Wavegarden facility to another, which will impact the wave data. Also, the technology is under constant development and evolution, therefore slight improvements and variations may be recorded in more recent facilities.
The wave generator consists of independent modules run by an electro-mechanical system. The modules move paddles positioned in the water in a synchronized and harmonious sequence to produce perfect swells. Energy is continually injected into the waves as they advance. Having more modules not only extends the waves length, but also increases the variety of waves that can be produced. All moveable and serviceable parts are located outside of the water for easy access and maintenance.
