Do I need wakeboarding experience to join?

No prior experience is necessary; the event welcomes all skill levels with professional instructors providing tailored guidance.

When should I arrive?

Please arrive by 3:30 PM for check-in, gear fitting, and safety briefing. Instruction begins promptly at 4 PM.

What happens if it rains?

Activities run rain or shine, but if lightning is detected, sessions pause until it’s safe. Extended closures may allow reschedules or rain checks.

Can I participate without wakeboarding?

Yes, you’re welcome to come, socialize, and support others from the dock even if you prefer not to ride.

Is there an age limit?

Participants must be at least 21 years old to join this meetup.

Bring swimwear, a wetsuit topper if desired, water, and a willingness to learn and have fun.

Experience SoFlo Mermaids Meetup at Shark Wake Park: Wakeboarding Fun in West Palm Beach

Located in Riviera Beach, Florida, Shark Wake Park offers an exciting waterfront playground perfect for both newbies and seasoned wakeboarders. The SoFlo Mermaids Meetup: Wake Park Edition brings a refreshing twist to community water sports by welcoming women of all levels to share the thrill of wakeboarding in a supportive, empowering environment. If you're visiting the West Palm Beach area and looking for a unique, vibrant water activity, this event is a standout opportunity to ride the waves, make friends, and build confidence on the water.

Shark Wake Park features a cable wakeboarding system that pulls riders across its pristine, calm lake, surrounded by lush Floridian greenery and dotted with ramps and rails for freestyle tricks. This man-made water park has become a focal point for water sports in the region, offering a safe and accessible way to experience wakeboarding without needing a boat. It’s especially known for its vibrant community events, like the SoFlo Mermaids Meetup, which infuses wakeboarding with a social and supportive atmosphere.

What makes this meetup unique is its focus on inclusivity and learning. Whether you’ve never stood on a wakeboard or are looking to fine-tune your skills, professional instructors are on hand to tailor guidance to every participant’s level. The session runs from 4 to 6 pm, beginning with check-in and gear fitting at 3:30 pm at 1440 Eshleman Trail, ensuring everyone is prepared and safe before hitting the water.

Besides the adrenaline-pumping wakeboarding, you’ll enjoy a warm community vibe rooted in shared encouragement and social connection. Between rides, participants gather on the dock, sharing stories and cheering each other on—making it more than just a sport, but a memorable social experience.

Riviera Beach is just a short drive from West Palm Beach, a popular city known for its beaches, nightlife, and cultural attractions, providing an ideal base for outdoor adventurers looking to blend urban exploration with active outings. Shark Wake Park itself is weather resilient, operating rain or shine (except during lightning hazards), adding an element of reliability for planning.

If you’re ready to break out of your routine, try something new and meet a fantastic female-focused community, the SoFlo Mermaids Meetup is the perfect adventure. Pack your swimwear, bring positive energy, and prepare to glide across the water in a setting that combines sport, connection, and the vibrant energy unique to Florida’s coastal lifestyle.

About Live Free Diving

Live Free Diving is a Palm Beach–based ocean experiences provider specializing in freediving, snorkeling, boat tours, and mermaiding instruction. The company runs guided Peanut Island cruises and snorkel tours, Blue Heron Bridge reef trips, turtle-focused boat excursions, and structured freediving courses from beginner Discover Freediving sessions to Level 1 certification and open water training.

A PADI Advanced Mermaid Certification and mermaid performance workshops are also offered, along with unique experiences like a sea-to-plate spearfishing safari with a hands-on ceviche workshop. Safety is a priority: sessions are led by certified instructors and local guides who provide small-group attention, rental gear options, and clear pre-trip briefings.

Boat-based trips depart aboard “Fins Up,” a 26-foot vessel used for sunset cruises, turtle tours, and reef excursions. Several experiences include on-water photography, habitat-focused interpretation, and land-side photo opportunities. Live Free Diving emphasizes sustainable practices and respect for marine life; guides teach safe snorkeling and freediving techniques and promote responsible wildlife viewing, including how to observe green sea turtles without disturbance.

Ideal for families, snorkeling enthusiasts, aspiring freedivers, and anyone curious about mermaiding, offerings range from two-hour sunset cruises and three-hour reef trips to multi-day training programs. Bookings accommodate private groups, mixed-ability guests, and those seeking hands-on learning or relaxed sightseeing. Customers can rent high-quality gear, request private charters, and receive underwater photography to take home lasting memories of Palm Beach marine life and beginner-friendly instruction daily.