Building Barrels

Building Barrels

By Michael SchumpertBusinessEntrepreneurship
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Building Barrels episodes

  • Surf Park Technology Presentation Summary from the Surf Park Summit

    It's an arms race to create the best man-made waves. Several competitors in the industry have active and operating surf pools. Others are poised to make an impact. The future looks bright for building barrels across the world!       

    In the last installment of the Surf Park Summit recap, Building Barrels outlines the presentations by several of the leading artificial wave providers as well as several emerging technologies that are certain to bring the stoke.

    Technologies covered include:  

    Wavegarden

    Surf Loch
    Surf Lakes
    AirSurf
    SURF ERA
    The Swell
    UNIT Surf Pools  

    Thanks for joining us in the Surf Park Summit recap! Make sure to visit all our other episodes and subscribe for future updates!  

    And if you'd like to join a surf park mastermind group where we'll share info, network, brainstorm, and collaborate, follow the link below.   

    http://bit.ly/surfparkmastermind

    Title song: "RITM" by 4MHZ on icons8.com

    You can find more from the surf park summit here...surfparkcentral.com

    18 min
  • Miscellaneous topics from the Surf Park Summit

    In this brief segment of the Surf Park Summit recap, Building Barrels explores the industry recovery after Covid, and how to best spread the word about the benefits of surf parks to others.  

    Topics include:  

    Who to tell about surf parks

    What's your message
    Easing introductions to surfing
    Post-Covid adventures
    Recreational focus during recovery
    Surf tourism post-pandemic
    And more!  

    Subscribe to make sure you get the whole series!  

    And if you'd like to join a surf park mastermind group where we'll share info, network, brainstorm, and collaborate, follow the link below.

    http://bit.ly/surfparkmastermind

    Title song: "RITM" by 4MHZ on icons8.com

    You can find more from the surf park summit here...surfparkcentral.com

    7 min
  • Training and Events at your Surf Park

    You train to take the gold at the next surf competition. The media will be there to broadcast your glory. Here's how surf parks will not only help you in your quest, but may revolutionize surf events as we know them.     

    In this installment of the Surf Park Summit recap, Building Barrels examines surf park contests, the media that will be there, and why you should explore hosting professional training or high-end surf coaching at your surf park.

    Topics include:  

    Surf parks and media/marketing

    Benefits of surf park competitions
    Types of contests
    Holding successful events
    Benefits of wave pool training
    Creating a luxury surf training experience  
    And more!  

    Subscribe to make sure you get the whole series!  

    And if you'd like to join a surf park mastermind group where we'll share info, network, brainstorm, and collaborate, follow the link below.  

    http://bit.ly/surfparkmastermind

    Title song: "RITM" by 4MHZ on icons8.com

    You can find more from the surf park summit here...surfparkcentral.com

    10 min
  • Water quality at your surf park

    Your customers will expect crystal clear waves and no chance encounters with microscopic critters (or larger for that matter.) Keep your water clean, keep your water safe. The importance of this cannot be emphasized enough.   

    In this segment of the Surf Park Summit recap, Building Barrels brings you a summary of a panel discussion on water quality.

    You'll hear about:  

    Keeping your water clean

    Navigating local water regulations
    Record-keeping
    Staying amoeba free
    Prioritizing equipment
    Lessons learned from existing venues
    And more!  

    Subscribe to make sure you get the whole series on Surf Park Summit!  

    And if you'd like to join a surf park mastermind group where we'll share info, network, brainstorm, and collaborate, follow the link below.   

    http://bit.ly/surfparkmastermind

    Title song: "RITM" by 4MHZ on icons8.com

    You can find more from the surf park summit here...surfparkcentral.com

    11 min
  • Surf Park Sustainability

    Save the earth, save the waves. The care for mother earth and her oceans has been part of the surfer ethos for as long as man has been riding waves. So how do surf parks fit into that? Through sustainability initiatives.   

    In this episode of the Surf Park Summit recap, Building Barrels reviews a panel discussion on surf park sustainability and how you can develop your surf park into a showcase for sustainability.  

    Topics include:  

    Surf parks' responsibilities to the ocean

    Sustainability motivations for surf parks
    Must haves for sustainability
    Best Practices
    Creating a sustainability showcase
    Watchdog groups
    And more!

    Subscribe to make sure you get the whole series!

    And if you'd like to join a surf park mastermind group where we'll share info, network, brainstorm, and collaborate, follow the link below.

    http://bit.ly/surfparkmastermind

    Title song: "RITM" by 4MHZ on icons8.com

    You can find more from the surf park summit here...surfparkcentral.com

    13 min
  • Keeping your surf park safe - Notes on Risk, Insurance, and Safety from the Surf Park Summit

    Safety at a surf park? Sounds boring. But keeping your customers healthy and stoked should be a priority. Take good care of your patrons, and your bottom line will thank you.   

    In this installment of the Surf Park Summit 2020 recap, Building Barrels combines notes from a panel discussion on surf park safety and a presentation by an insurer specializing in family entertainment centers and water/amusement parks. 

    Topics include:  

    Managing and mitigating your risk

    Safety training
    Safety equipment
    Lifeguards
    Choosing your insurance
    Insurance underwriting
    Alcohol at your surf park
    And more!  

    Subscribe to make sure you get the whole series!  

    And if you'd like to join a surf park mastermind group where we'll share info, network, brainstorm, and collaborate, follow the link below.   

    http://bit.ly/surfparkmastermind

    Title song: "RITM" by 4MHZ on icons8.com

    You can find more from the surf park summit here...surfparkcentral.com

    12 min
  • Maximizing surf park visitor experience while maxing out revenues - Notes from Surf Park Summit 2020

    Developing an incredible customer adventure at your surf park will bring you loyal patrons and ultimately, success!  Your daily operations and wave management impact their experience more than anything.   

    In this segment of the Surf Park Summit 2020 recap, Building Barrels combines a presentation on surf park operations with a panel discussion on "wave programming and the ideal customer experience" to help you develop your surf park customer journey while maximizing your revenues. 

    You'll hear about:  

    Marketing your surf park

    Customer engagement
    Programming and events
    Operational Design
    Mixing up wave types
    Matching waves to surfers' skills
    And more!  

    Subscribe to make sure you get the whole series on Surf Park Summit!  

    And if you'd like to join a free surf park mastermind group where we'll share info, network, brainstorm, and collaborate, follow the link below.   

    http://bit.ly/surfparkmastermind

    Title song: "RITM" by 4MHZ on icons8.com

    You can find more from the surf park summit here...surfparkcentral.com

    16 min
  • What women want in a surf park - Notes from the Surf Park Summit 2020

    No "bro culture" here! Women want to feel welcomed and comfortable when they visit your surf park. They may not be coming for just the perfect man-made waves so you need to keep this in mind when planning.  

    In this segment of the Surf Park Summit 2020 recap, Building Barrels covers a presentation on the history of surfing and combines it with the panel discussion of "What women want in a surf park." Not sure how they relate? Well they do! 

    You'll hear about:  

    Equity in surfing

    Purchasing power of women
    Expectations before and during a visit
    Ambiance and atmosphere
    Coaching and instructors
    Food and drinks
    And more!  

    Subscribe to make sure you get the whole series on Surf Park Summit!  

    And if you'd like to join a surf park mastermind group where we'll share info, network, brainstorm, and collaborate, follow the link below.   

    http://bit.ly/surfparkmastermind

    Title song: "RITM" by 4MHZ on icons8.com

    You can find more from the surf park summit here...surfparkcentral.com

    12 min
  • Predevelopment Design and Planning of your Surf Park from the Surf Park Summit 2020

    Bringing man-made waves to your area is no easy task. Theres a lot to consider before breaking ground on your surf park. During predevelopment, your site and due diligence findings can impact your design and vice versa.  Let's find out how they relate.   

    In this installment of the Surf Park Summit 2020 recap, Building Barrels combines notes from a presentation by Wavegarden and a panel discussion on predevelopment design and planning for your surf park. 

    Topics include:  

    Getting started

    Key questions and challenges to consider
    Impact of site and studies on design
    Getting development permits
    Sustainability
    Capital management
    Other potential joint stakeholders
    And more!  

    Subscribe to make sure you get the whole series!  

    And if you'd like to join a surf park mastermind group where we'll share info, network, brainstorm, and collaborate, follow the link below.   

    http://bit.ly/surfparkmastermind

    Title song: "RITM" by 4MHZ on icons8.com

    You can find more from the surf park summit here...surfparkcentral.com

    16 min

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