The Pipeline

The Pipeline
The Pipeline
The Pipeline

Learn to bodyboard or surf on the triple-jet FlowRider®, where 48,645 gallons of water each minute flow under you to create a ocean-like wave. Christened "The Pipeline," it is the first and biggest FlowRider® in Virginia! Lessons are available for riders who wish to take their skills to the next level.

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Rules
  • Please obey the lifeguards and attendants at all times. 

  • Single riding only is permitted. No tandem riders or multiple single riding is permitted.
  • Avoid jumping into or entering the ride at high speeds. You will wipe out!
  • Caution! The ride surface is very slippery.
  • Horseplay and daredevil stunts are not permitted.
  • Must be barefoot to ride.
Requirements
  • Riders being free of medical conditions, including but not limit to pregnancy and heart, back or 
musculoskeletal problems and not under the influence of alcohol or drugs are allowed to ride. 

  • Guests under 42” tall are not permitted on this ride.
  • Riders must be able to swim in turbulent moving water.
  • Jewelry, hats, eyeglasses or loose articles of any type are not permitted on this ride as they may 
injure the participant.
Facts
  • Bodyboarding this sheet wave is a body-active, participatory sport. As with all sports, care must be 
taken to avoid injury. 

  • This is a very strenuous ride.
  • Bodyboarding: When instructed, place the bodyboard, slick side down, with the base of the board 
at your belly. Lie down with your stomach on the bodyboard, head first, with your hips along the rear edge of the board. Your legs should be extended straight behind you. Your hands should grab the forward rails of the board.
  • Steer your bodyboard into the center of the flowing water. You can control your bodyboard by 
gently shifting your weight. 

  • The flowing water may pull off bathing suit tops, bottoms and loose clothing. 
Cover-ups are suggested.