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VELOCITY

Morning Water
FOUNDING SEASON 2026
ONLY 250 GUESTS TOTAL
8–10 PER WEEK
4 KN NE
24°C AIR

Transatlantic escape →7 Hours

For Americans who are done planning their own vacations.

You wake up to flat ocean and hot coffee. You ride behind a MasterCraft at sunrise. You come back to brunch by the pool and a chef who already knows your name. By the second evening, you stop reaching for your phone. That's the point. Private villa. Private boat. Private chef. 8–10 guests per week. Nothing shared.

60% deposit • transferable • limited
Join waitlist • No payment required
250
Guests Total

Season closes when filled. Next: 2027.

12% Reserved
Last reserved: Jan 28
The Boat
MASTERCRAFT NXT22

The same boat used by pro riders. Surf system. Tower. Premium sound. Yours every morning. 3 hours daily. Pro Coach on board.

  • 300 days of sun
  • Flat morning ocean at sunrise
  • Pro-level wake and surf wave
  • 3 Hours on the water daily
Lagos
Base of Operations

Lagos, Portugal

37.1028° N, 8.6730° W

Equipped & Trusted By
MasterCraft Ronix Hyperlite O'Neill Liquid Force
DIRECT FLIGHT
Newark → Faro
Overnight access from the US East Coast
TRANSFER
60 minutes to Lagos
Airport to marina, same morning
FIRST SESSION
Ride the same day
Season structured around flight arrivals
01
Coach
Coach
Coach

Coached, Not Instructed

1:4 coach-to-guest ratio. Every session filmed from the boat. Nightly video review with your coach. You leave with a progression reel, not just a sunburn.

Wake
02

MASTERCRAFT NXT22

Gen 2 SurfStar wave system. ILMOR 5.3L engine. The kind of wave that makes beginners feel like naturals and advanced riders forget they're not on a lake. Ready at 7am.

Wednesday is a full recovery and sightseeing day.

What It Is

Structure Creates Freedom.

This is not a surf camp. This is not a hotel package. This is a performance lifestyle experience.

Daily Protocol

A Day at Velocity Wake

06:30

Yoga on the terrace (optional)

07:00

Water session — wake surf, wakeboard, foil

10:30

Return to villa

13:30

Brunch by the pool

15:00

Coast cruise, excursions, or free time

20:00

Grilled sea bass, still warm. A Douro red the sommelier chose that morning. Laughter carries across the table.

Wednesday is a full recovery and sightseeing day. No boat. No dinner service.

Why Spots Are Limited

  • > Only 4 direct Newark-Faro flights weekly
  • > Only 8-10 guests per week
  • > Only 25 departures per season
  • > Only one MasterCraft boat

Once a week fills, there are no overflow spots.

Why I'm Building This

"I spent years looking for a wake trip that matched the service level of a five-star hotel. It didn't exist. So I'm building it — one villa, one boat, one crew, one rhythm."

Founding guests aren't customers. They're co-creators.

Target Zone

Lagos, Portugal

08

Built With

MasterCraft Boats — Equipment & hull partnership

Ronix & Hyperlite — Pro-level gear, full lineup

O'Neill — Wetsuits & impact protection

Liquid Force — Foils & advanced boards

Guest experience
Michael R.

"Worth every penny. The coaching was world-class, the villa exceeded expectations, and I came home rested."

Michael R.
Tech Executive, San Francisco
Guest experience
Sarah K.

"The attention to detail, the quality of people, the progression I made - best week I've had in years."

Sarah K.
Investment Banker, NYC
Guest experience
James P.

"A vacation designed for people who don't have time to plan vacations. Everything was handled."

James P.
Founder, Boston

What's Included

Phase 01 On The Water

Daily Sessions

  • > Daily wake surf, wakeboard & foil sessions
  • > Professional coaching (max 4 riders per session)
  • > Real-time instruction & cinematic video capture
  • > Towable fun rides — not every set has to be serious
Wakeboarding
01
Villa
02
Phase 02 Off The Water

Full Service

  • > Nightly video analysis sessions
  • > Individual progression plan
  • > Private villa accommodation with pool
  • > Slow dinners by a private chef — grilled catch of the day, local cheeses, wines the sommelier picked that morning

Founding Season Guarantees

We built these because we believe in what happens when the risk disappears.

The Day 1 Credit

If you or your kids can't stand up on a board by dinner on Day 1, you receive a 100% credit toward any future Velocity Wake week. No questions.

The Weather Pledge

We guarantee at least 5 rideable days. If weather cancels more than 2 days, you receive a 50% credit toward a future week. Lagos averages 300 days of sun.

The "Not For You" Audit

If you arrive and feel this isn't what you expected, tell us by dinner on Day 1. We'll issue a full credit minus hard costs. We'd rather you come back than leave disappointed.

Founding Season Pricing

2026

Founding rates close March 31, 2026

After March 31, pricing increases 15% for all remaining weeks

3 of 8 Weeks Remain
July / August
€9,000

per person

Couple total: €16,000

Shared room: €8,000 pp

June / September
€7,500

per person

Couple total: €13,000

Shared room: €6,500 pp

May / October
€6,500

per person

Couple total: €11,000

Shared room: €5,500 pp

Single-occupancy premium: +€1,500

Deposit: 60% to reserve • Balance due 30 days before arrival • Deposits are non-refundable but transferable

What €9,000 Actually Means

Compare the true cost of doing it yourself

Velocity Wake (All-Inclusive)

€9,000 total = €1,285/day

Private villa accommodation
MasterCraft boat + coaching
All meals + wine
Airport transfers
All experiences included
Zero planning required

DIY Alternative (Per Week)

€23,200+

Villa rental €3,500
Boat charter (€2,000/day) €14,000
Private chef (€500/day) €3,500
Coaching (€200/session) €1,400
Car rental + logistics €800
Total €23,200+

+ Planning stress included free

You save €14,200+ in hard costs alone.

The real value? Not having to organize any of it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely not. Most of our founding guests have never been on a wake boat. Our coaching is tailored to your specific level — from standing up for the first time to perfecting technical maneuvers. The MasterCraft XT22's wave system makes learning dramatically easier than anything you've tried before.
Solo travelers are welcome. You can book a private room or opt for a shared room rate if you're open to sharing with another guest of the same gender. The communal villa environment makes it easy to connect. Most guests tell us the group dynamic is one of the best parts of the week.
No. You are responsible for your flights to Faro (FAO). There are 4 direct weekly flights from Newark (EWR), about 7 hours. We handle Mercedes airport transfers from Faro to the villa on both arrival and departure days.
Yes. Non-riding partners are welcome at a reduced rate. They get full access to the villa, meals, pool, excursions, and social events — just no boat time. Kids are welcome on the boat at all skill levels. The towable donut is a hit with families.
Everything except flights and personal shopping. That means: private villa accommodation, daily boat sessions with coaching, all meals (chef-prepared breakfast, brunch, dinner — except Wednesday), wine pairings, airport transfers, excursions, massage sessions, all equipment, and video content. You land in Faro. We handle the rest.
Yes. Private buyouts are available for groups of 6-10. You get the full villa, the boat, the chef, and the coaching team exclusively for your group. Common for families, friend groups, and corporate retreats. Pricing depends on the week and group size — reach out and we'll build a custom package.
Fair question. Velocity Wake is a registered Portuguese company (Lda.). The founder has nearly two decades in luxury hospitality with a junior sommelier certification. Our equipment partnerships with MasterCraft, Ronix, and Hyperlite are real and verifiable. Your 60% deposit is held in a Portuguese business account with full legal protection. And if you arrive and it's not what we promised, our Day 1 guarantee means you can walk away with a full credit minus hard costs.
The Algarve has 300+ days of sunshine annually. We operate April-October during the most stable weather window. On rare days conditions aren't ideal for wake sports, we pivot to alternative activities: coastal tours, winery visits, SUP sessions, or villa time. Every week includes one intentional rest day (Wednesday) regardless of weather. If weather significantly impacts your week, we work with you on solutions.
Deposits are non-refundable but transferable to another week or person. If you need to cancel, you can transfer your reservation to someone else or move to a different 2026 week (subject to availability). We strongly recommend travel insurance for added protection against unforeseen circumstances.