Everything surfers need to know and how to get automatically notified
Atlantic Park Surf — the new surf destination at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront — has officially opened its Wavegarden Cove lagoon, bringing consistent, programmable waves to the East Coast. If you want the best chance of a low-count session (or the perfect wave for your level), here’s what to know and how SurfSessionFinder can help you.
Fast facts — the bits that matter
- Opening / launch: Atlantic Park Surf opened to the public mid-August (their site and local coverage list August 16 as the opening).
- Location: Atlantic Avenue between 18th & 20th Streets — address listed as 365 18th Street, Suite 154, Virginia Beach, VA.
- Technology & scale: The park uses Wavegarden Cove technology — North America’s first Wavegarden Cove installation — with a large surf lagoon and a menu of wave types for all levels.
- Sessions & pricing (examples): Atlantic Park lists 55-minute sessions (Progressive/Intermediate/Expert formats) and shows voucher/pricing options on their booking site (example voucher prices shown on the booking portal).
Why this is a big deal for East Coast surfers
Atlantic Park brings programmable, reliable waves right next to the ocean — something rare on the East Coast where surf consistency can be seasonal. A year-round surf lagoon with a Wave Menu means more learning-friendly waves for beginners and repeatable high-performance waves for gifted riders and coaches. That changes how local surf schedules and travel plans look for the region.
How booking works (what you’ll actually see)
Atlantic Park is offering time-boxed sessions (doors open a set time before sessions, 55-minute surf sessions, cabana/Beach Club options, and voucher-based booking). Their booking site and policies outline cancellation windows, transfers, and add-ons like cabanas and beach passes. Expect sessions to be released on a calendar, and popular weekend slots to fill quickly.
How SurfSessionFinder fits in (the useful bit)
SurfSessionFinder exists to do the annoying part for you: watch swim/booking calendars and notify you the moment low-count sessions, last-minute openings, or specific session types (Beginner / Intermediate / Expert) become available — so you don’t have to refresh the booking page. Our service is free for surfers and sends instant alerts tailored to your park, wave type, and dates. Add Atlantic Park Surf to your watchlist and we’ll notify you when new sessions or cancellations appear. Add Atlantic Park Surf to my alerts
Practical tips to snag a low-count session
- Watch weekday mornings and off-peak hours. Demand spikes on weekends and holidays.
- Set multiple alert types. Get notified for “new slots”, “cancellations”, and “low-count (≤6) sessions.”
- Be ready to book: have your card and account logged in — sessions move fast.
Atlantic Park Surf is a game-changer for East Coast surfers, offering reliable waves and a new way to surf year-round. With SurfSessionFinder, you can maximize your chances of scoring the perfect session — no more endless refreshing or missed opportunities. Set your alerts, stay ready, and enjoy the ride!
Published by SurfSessionFinder — Free alerts to help local surfers find low-count surf-park sessions.