Flyboarding gives you an unparalleled adrenaline rush by taking things to an extreme. It’s an amazing water sport, a truly extraordinary one. It’s a really thrilling water sport that’s drawing crowds of thousands. This sport makes you feel like Iron Man as you go flying over the water. You may perform a few stunts like a few back-flips that leave those accompanying you very impressed.
The sport has been created by Frank Zapata of France’s Zapata Racing. Flyboard is a personal jet pack that you are mounted on. A personal watercraft creates water pressure that’s redirected through a 55-foot hose that splits into two nozzles that are pointed towards your feet. It’s these nozzles that create a lift that takes you soaring above the waters. Before the ride, you are instructed by trained professionals who possess the required certificates. It’s an unimaginable experience that you won’t ever forget.
Flyboard Highlights
- Soar high above the waters like a superhero as you go flyboarding
- Professional trainers train you on flyboarding tricks like backflips and somersaults
- As you ride the foot-mounted board propelled at a height of 60 feet by a powerful jet, enjoy breathtaking views of the stunning Dubai skyline
- This experience is also a swimmer’s paradise as you can plunge into the water for a dip any moment you feel like it
More about Flyboarding
- It’s a 30-minute session and for the first 10 minutes, you’ll be trained by professionals on how to maneuver and control the keyboard
- You get to take in stunning unobstructed views of the Dubai skyline in its entire splendor
- You’ll be provided with a safety jacket and a helmet. After all, your safety is of utmost importance
- After you get a hang of the flyboard, you’ll be taught certain tricks like spinning, diving, backflips, and more
- All along, snaps will be taken of your exploits which can make you the cynosure of all when you share them
- Enjoy stunning views of the amazing Burj Al Arab and the Burj Khalifa
How should you get there?
- By bus: After taking either bus 8, 84, or N55, you’ll have to get off at the Jumeirah Beach Residence Station 2 bus stop. The venue for the activity is just a 7-minute walk away.
- By tram: You’ll have to board tram number 11 and get off at the Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 tram stop. From here, the destination is just a 3-minute walk.
- By waterbus: Take the waterbus BM1 and disembark at the Marina Promenade Waterbus stop from where the venue is just a 10-minute walk.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Are there any weight or height requirements?
A person needs to have a weight between 100lbs and 264lbs, i.e. between 45kgs and 120kgs. There are no height stipulations in place.
- What should I wear?
We recommend that you wear comfortable shorts or trousers. Like a top, a slightly fitted T-shirt would be perfect and for men, coming bare-bodied is fine.
- Is it safe to go flyboarding?
Yes, it certainly is. You are given a helmet and a safety jacket for your safety. Besides, you are also given thorough instructions before boarding.
- How difficult is flyboarding?
It’s a very easy water sport. You can learn to maneuver the flyboard in just 5 to 10 minutes.
