Atlantic Park
The only pool that pairs naturally with an ocean trip. If the Atlantic goes flat, the session is still there.
What a session costs
Published prices at Atlantic Park, as printed on 2026-09-07. Operators change prices and seasons without notice, so treat these as the shape of the cost rather than a quote, and check the operator before you book.
| Session | Price |
|---|---|
| Beginner lesson | $119 to $129 / hour |
| Intermediate | $128 to $148 / hour |
| Advanced / expert | $133 to $171 / hour |
Prices collected 2026-09-07 from atlanticparksurf.com. Session prices do not include flights, boards, wetsuit hire unless noted, or accommodation.
The waves at Atlantic Park
Atlantic Park opened in 2025. It is an outdoor pool on Wavegarden Cove.
- Beginner beginnerGentle, slow-moving whitewater.
- Novice beginnerGentle open-face waves for surfers who know the basics.
- Progressive intermediateWaist-high, slow-peeling open faces.
- Intermediate intermediateChest-high, medium-speed open faces.
- Advanced Turns advancedHead-high, punchy waves for turns.
- Advanced Barrels advancedSteep faces with playful tubes.
- Expert Barrels expertSteep faces and heavy barrels. A helmet is mandatory.
- Pro SLAB expertThe park's most technical barrel session.
- LOG JAM mixedA longboard session.
When to go
Open all year. The park opens one hour before the first session and closes 30 minutes after the last.
The lagoon follows natural temperatures and stays cool in summer because the water circulates.
In winter, wetsuits, boots, gloves and hoods rent on site, and hot showers are free.
Boards, wetsuits and lessons
Board hire costs extra. Wetsuit hire costs extra.
Beginner and novice lessons include a soft top and wetsuit.
Group coaching is free with beginner and novice sessions, and private coaching runs at all levels.
The minimum age is 8 for public sessions. Cancel 7 or more days ahead for full credit.
Getting there and where to stay
ORF is about 25 minutes from the park and sits on the same trip as real Atlantic beach breaks.
The Sitio Boutique Hotel sells a Surf & Stay package that includes a session.
The park is about two blocks from the Virginia Beach oceanfront.
Taking your own board? Check which airlines charge for one and whether your board bag fits.
Good to know
- Each session is 55 minutes and gives about 10 to 15 waves.
- Arrive 45 minutes early, or 60 if you rent gear or take beginner coaching.
- Hardboards are not allowed in beginner or novice sessions.
- This is the first Wavegarden Cove in the United States.
Questions
- How much does a session at Atlantic Park cost?
- From $119 an hour, for Beginner lesson. That is the operator's price on 2026-09-07.
- What is the nearest airport to Atlantic Park?
- Fly into ORF. ORF is about 25 minutes from the park and sits on the same trip as real Atlantic beach breaks.
- When is Atlantic Park open?
- Open all year. The park opens one hour before the first session and closes 30 minutes after the last.
- Do I need a wetsuit at Atlantic Park?
- In winter, wetsuits, boots, gloves and hoods rent on site, and hot showers are free.
- Can beginners surf Atlantic Park?
- Yes. 2 of its sessions are for beginners: Beginner; Novice.
Venue details checked 2026-10-07. Sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. New to pools? Wave pool 101 covers how a session works.
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