Catch A Wave At Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Surf School

Though the beautiful shores of Bay Lake and the Seven Seas Lagoon make an inviting location for spending the afternoon on a boat, there's no swimming in the natural waterways of the Walt Disney World Resort. And though Walt Disney had dreamed of having a wave machine send ocean-like surf onto the shores of the Polynesian, the erosion proved to be too much for the man made waterway to handle. So what's a surf loving vacationer looking for some tropical fun to do? Head over to Disney's Typhoon Lagoon!

Water based adventure takes on a whole new wave with Surf School at Typhoon Lagoon. You can learn to surf from the pros on your Disney vacation. Guests are encouraged to make reservation to learn how to cut, carve and "hang 10'' in the 2.75-million-gallon wave pool. If you've always dreamed of catching a wave this is the perfect opportunity to participate in this 2.5-hour program that available on select mornings at the park before it opens. With your pro by your side you'll learn the basics and get a taste of this thrilling water sport.

If you already know your way on a board - you can book a private session of 100 waves all for you or share them with some friends. Disney's Typhoon Lagoon is home to the world's largest wave machine that blasts out a wall of surf that can tower up to six feet high every 90 seconds. Your Disney vacation just got a little more exciting, didn't it? Take a peek at this video featuring Red Bull's rising stars on the Disney waves.

Space is extremely limited for both of the Typhoon Lagoon surf programs, so be sure to call early to book your reservations. At time of publication, Surf School is limited to 12 guests per session, age 8 and over only, with a cost of $165 for each lesson. Private Sessions can be booked for groups up to 25 people for 3-4 hours depending on the number of waves.

Though Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park will be closed for refurbishment Sunday, October 27, 2013 - Saturday, December 21, 2013. Guests interested in booking for 2014 can call ahead to get their reservations now. To set up a surfing lesson, you can call (407) WDW-PLAY or (407) 939-7529.

What do you think? Will you be grabbing a board and hittin' the waves on your next vacation?