World Barefoot Center
World Barefoot Center
World Barefoot Center
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Sports Camps & ClinicsWaterskiing & JetskiingWater Sports
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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The World Barefoot Center is the largest barefoot waterskiing school in the world. Whether looking for a quiet tour around the beautiful Chain of Lakes on Stand Up Paddleboards, flying like "IronMan" with Flyboard Central Florida, or learning to barefoot waterski, we are your one stop shop! Whether you're a beginner who just wants to see what barefooting is all about or a seasoned pro looking to compete at a world level, we can help you hone your waterskiing skills.
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Anne M
Shoreview, MN34 contributions
May 2021
You've got to do this!! My husband and I went five years ago and stayed for over a week. He had a blast and progressed so far. I am NOT a watersport person but worked up the courage to try it once and really did enjoy what I accomplished. This time went with our 12 and 11 year old daughters and they thoroughly loved the experience. Our older daughter really had no desire to barefoot, but lived up to the challenge, had fun, and progressed more than she expected. Our 11 year old has been barefooting at home for the past year and was SO excited to learn how to start without dropping a ski. Ben and Ashleigh are SO good at teaching and meeting each person exactly at their level. Our girls were pleasantly surprised that they talked about the progress over the lunch break so when the instructors switched, they knew exactly what to work on with each person. They've got a well oiled machine going on there. Now, we just have to help our youngest realize we aren't going to FL every free moment we've got. :)
Written June 24, 2021
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Paul K
Tampa, FL1 contribution
Mar 2022 • Couples
Best place , best instructors, period. Great experience, and way too much fun. Worth every penny!! The entire staff is amazing. I've known Ben for a couple years and to be able to go and train with him there was one of the best experiences I've ever had.
Take the time, book a trip, and learn from the best in the world, you won't regret it.
Take the time, book a trip, and learn from the best in the world, you won't regret it.
Written March 17, 2022
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Amanda J
3 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
Best part of our two week vacation in Florida. My husband and I had never tried barefoot before and everyone at WBC was so welcoming. They had a great system that was safe, not intimidating, and helped us make great progress quickly. Plus, you're skiing next to world champions. Such a great experience!
Written March 18, 2022
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jmcscornish
Lexington, SC37 contributions
Mar 2020 • Friends
They specialize in barefoot water skiing. From beginners to experts and rub shoulders with the world champions. Also a pro shop with apparel and equipment.
They also have boat rentals and other water sports. They are helpful and friendly.
They also have boat rentals and other water sports. They are helpful and friendly.
Written March 10, 2020
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Tom G
Anderson, IN16 contributions
Apr 2021
Totally Awesome! I have wanted to learn to barefoot since I was a teenager so I figured I better get on it since I am 67. Ashleigh was a great coach and I got up on my first try with the shoe skis. After a couple of runs on the shoe skis I got right up on my bare feet. It was thrilling. I will be back for future instruction. Just being in the boat to watch the others was amazing.
Written April 27, 2021
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jmcscornish
Lexington, SC37 contributions
May 2021 • Friends
The skiing is great and great instruction. You get to meet and ski with interesting people and meet some of the greats. Great atmosphere for barefooting!
Written May 14, 2021
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dberkey
5 contributions
Dec 2020 • Friends
Best footin coaches in the World!
Thanks for helping me with one foots and side slides. I'm coming back for sure!
Thanks for helping me with one foots and side slides. I'm coming back for sure!
Written December 11, 2020
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Kyle M
13 contributions
Mar 2018 • Solo
I spent a half day at WBC to work on my footing. Everyone was fantastic. They make you feel welcome right away. You sign a waiver, sign the wall, meet the crew and head out. Ashley was a phenomenal coach, and made some small adjustments to my technique that progressed my footing by 2 or 3 seasons. What I'd been trying to accomplish for several seasons, was done on the first pass! I'll definitely be back!
Written March 17, 2018
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Kyle, thanks for taking the time to leave us a review! We are excited to hear that you enjoyed your 1/2 day session with us at the World Barefoot Center Ski School. I enjoyed teaching you & are so glad you got to take so much from your lesson. Come & visit us again soon. - Ashleigh
Written April 8, 2019
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Don S
Plymouth, NH109 contributions
Nov 2016 • Solo
I regularly travel from New Hampshire to WBC to train and brush up on my barefoot water ski skills. The best of the best teaches there. #1 in the world David Small, #1 in the USA and #2 in the world Keith St. Onge, #1 in New Zealand and #3 in the world Ben Groen and #1 Female in the world and #4 overall Ashley Stebbings all teach there. It is like getting football lessons from Tom Brady. Senior Coach "Swampy" Gary Bouchard trains the coaches to all teach the same way so you get very consistent coaching that is not confusing to what you heard before. They have barefoot ski jumps there! Where else can you learn to barefoot jump? They have consistent protected water even when it is windy. The pro shop has the equipment you need as well as access to special order items they ship. The covered screen porch is comfortable to hang out at. There are barefoot videos playing and an honor system of cold drinks in the coolers. There is dry land training equipment available as well as outside workout stations. They also recently added a hot tub! Ask them about lodging as they have some local rentals near the school that they own. The local ski school dogs make you feel at home.
Written December 3, 2016
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Derek K
1 contribution
Jul 2016 • Couples
I spent two full days at the world barefoot center, and my girlfriend rode along. Ashleigh was a fantastic coach and really helped to critique and improve my technique. Everyone was very friendly and made it a great experience. They also had very nice equipment. I will definitely be back!
Written July 30, 2016
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Derek, thanks for the great review. We are so happy that the Atomic Footers have become apart of the World Barefoot Center Family! Look forward to skiing with you all again shortly!! - Ashleigh
Written April 8, 2019
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Hi Mike,
Thank you your review of the World Barefoot Center. How long did it take before you were able to barefoot on long line? Are you still able to barefoot?
Thank you,
Mike Moore
Written February 9, 2016
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