Weekly Water Skills Immersion at Briscoe's Ride Center
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
Up to 4 instructional sets per day, each 20–30 minutes
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness improves endurance throughout multiple water sessions per day.
Overview
Boost your water sports skills with daily guided sessions at Winter Haven’s Briscoe's Ride Center. This unique weeklong program offers personalized instruction on pristine freshwater lakes to elevate your game.
Weekly Stay and Play
For all ages! • Weekly Stay • 4 Sets Per Day
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About This Adventure
Experience a week of exhilarating water activities designed to enhance your skills! Enjoy up to four instructional sets daily, tailored to your preferred disciplines. With a mix of practice and observation, you'll learn in a supportive environment, making this an unforgettable opportunity to elevate your water sports abilities.
Spend a Week Having Fun in the Sun!
Duration
1 Week
About
For 5 full days you will get up to 4 sets per day. Each set on the water will include instruction at a safe pace to increase your skill level. I will teach any and all disciplines you would like improvement in. Sets vary in length depending on the discipline but an average set is 20-30 minutes of water time. You will do 2 sets before lunch and 2 after. In between your sets you will benefit from watching other students learn their disciplines.
Adventure Tips
Hydrate Constantly
Spending multiple sessions on the water demands regular hydration to maintain performance and focus.
Bring Sun Protection
The Florida sun is strong year-round; apply waterproof sunscreen before each session and consider UV-blocking gear.
Arrive with Basic Fitness
While instruction covers technique, a moderate level of fitness improves endurance through multiple daily sessions.
Plan for Early Mornings
Morning air and water conditions tend to be calmer—ideal for initial sets and maximizing learning efficiency.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Purple Gallinule, a brightly colored marsh bird
- Florida Softshell Turtle often seen basking near shores
History
Winter Haven’s lakes were formed by sinkholes exposing limestone, shaping a distinctive freshwater network long used for recreation.
Conservation
Local efforts focus on preserving water quality in the lakes through runoff management and responsible boating practices.
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Recommended Gear
Waterproof Sunscreen
Protects skin during extended exposure to intense Florida sun.
summer specific
Neoprene Wetsuit
Keeps you warm in cooler water temperatures, enhancing comfort and performance.
winter specific
Performance Sunglasses
Reduces glare on the water surface to improve visibility and protect your eyes.
Hydration Pack or Water Bottle
Maintains hydration levels essential for back-to-back sessions and Florida’s heat.