FlowRider, Surfing simulator in Dreamworld, Queensland, Australia.
FlowRider is a water sports facility that generates artificial waves using water jets flowing across an inclined surface. Visitors can learn and practice surfing or bodyboarding techniques in a controlled environment.
The facility opened in 2006 at the location of the former Thunderbolt roller coaster, making it Australia's first installation of this water sports technology. This brought a new type of experience to the region's attractions.
The facility hosted multiple surfing competitions, including the Asian Flow Series and FlowRider Fiesta, bringing together water sports enthusiasts from different regions.
Visitors must be at least 110 centimeters tall and can choose between bodyboard sessions or stand-up surfing experiences. Special NightRider sessions on select Friday evenings offer access under evening lighting.
The NightRider sessions on select Friday evenings provide extended access to the stand-up flowboard experience under evening lighting conditions.
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