TAKE OFF
Andrézieux, France
Take Off, located at the heart of Andrézieux, is a unique, year-round indoor surfing destination with a cocktail bar, delivering a perfect fusion of leisure and sport for unforgettable moments. Driven by a love for board sports, Take Off offers a dynamic flowriding experience on the WaveSurfer 2 Jet surf machine, welcoming novices, experienced surfers, and spectators alike.
Watch the video to hear from the team at Take Off, or continue reading below!
Watch the video to hear from the team at Take Off, or continue reading below!
Alexandre, CEO of Take Off, shares the experience of adding the WaveSurfer:
“Our Take Off concept is a leisure structure with a bar area, a restaurant area, and the surfing wave, the WaveSurfer. That really brings something extra for people. We have groups who come just to enjoy a drink and watch the show. Today, over 80% of groups that ride the wave on the WaveSurfer stay here afterwards to consume food and beverages. We offer bodyboarding, surfing, and water games with slides and buoys. In the bar-restaurant area, we have evenings with DJs, entertainment, and shows."
Christelle, Food and Beverages Manager, highlights the unique beach vibe:
“We wanted to offer a place with a beach bar feel around the WaveSurfer, so we’ve got a cocktail menu that you can drink on our beach, we’ve got bubble teas, and above all, we’ve got catering services that fit our project perfectly. The decoration and ambiance make our guests feel like they’re on vacation."
Alexandre adds about accessibility and events:
“It’s a fun, easy-to-learn activity. We’ve developed a thorough teaching method so that everyone can really get the hang of it before the end of the session. Today, we’re hosting an open day event, where we make the sessions a little shorter and a lot cheaper, allowing people to discover the WaveSurfer and be excited to come back."
Frédéric, surf instructor, describes the local impact:
"People are surprised to find this type of activity in the region, but they are all very satisfied!"
In sum, at Take Off, the WaveSurfer makes indoor surfing accessible to all while providing a memorable beachside atmosphere.
