FlowRider

Only Royal Caribbean gives you the chance to surf onboard a ship. The sloped, wavelike surface of the FlowRider® is perfect for beginning, intermediate and advanced surfers. And the surrounding stadium seating and bar are great for surveying wipeouts. Try it out on our Freedom and Oasis-class ships.

Who would ever think to put a surfing attraction onboard a ship? Well obviously, we would. The FlowRider® surf simulator attracts hundreds of eager surfers and oglers to the aft sports court each day. Even guests who never thought they'd try something like this are giving it a go. You don’t need lessons to try out our FlowRider® surf simulator, but personal one-on-one sessions with instructors are a great way to get more time on the water so you can master the basics, perfect your form or pick up a few fun tricks.

How It Works

The FlowRider sends a thin sheet of water up a sloped and (thankfully) cushioned platform to create a wavelike flow of water. So it's perfect for beginning, intermediate and advanced surfers. After receiving safety instructions and a few tips for a successful ride from our instructors, you can let 'er rip standing up (flowboarding) or lying down (bodyboarding). Carve, try tricks and otherwise show your stuff as spectators cheer you on from the surrounding viewing platform. If you hear a collective "Owww" in stereo as you wipe out, you'll know you've been broadcast on the flat-screen tvs in the adjacent Wipeout bar.

Heigh Requirements

Please note for safety reasons minimum height requirements are as follows:
Boogie Boarding - 52"
Stand Up Surfing - 58"

Costs

There is no charge to ride the FlowRider. And you can gear up for your surfing adventure at the sports boutique.

Onboard Activities Waivers

Save time by signing waivers online in advance for activities like the Rock Climbing Wall, FlowRider®, Zip Line and more! Guests sailing on Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas can sign waivers in advance of sailing, up to 3 days prior to your sail date.

FlowRider® is a registered trademark of Light Wave Ltd. of Reno, Nevada.