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Experience Exciting Water Sports in Southern Florida
LTS Wake is a premier water sports destination and training school located on beautiful Crystal Lake. As a family-run business with over 30 years of coaching experience, we specialize in wakeboarding, waterskiing, wakesurfing, tubing, and other towed water sports. Our facility operates year-round on two semi-private lakes, offering calm conditions and minimal boat traffic. We provide premium equipment, professional instruction for all skill levels, and fully furnished amenities including a gym, hot tubs, and fire pits. Our team of certified instructors prioritizes safety while delivering personalized coaching to help riders achieve their goals. Located just 20 minutes outside Fort Lauderdale, we serve clients from Deerfield Beach, Palm Beach, Boca Raton, and Miami.With access to multiple lakes and a fleet of specialized boats, we ensure optimal riding conditions for individuals, families, and groups. Our commitment to excellence extends to corporate retreats, school field trips, and special events like Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and bachelor parties. We maintain a focus on innovation, having refined our instructional methods alongside Dean Lavelle, a 6-time World Wakeboard Champion. Our facility accommodates both beginners seeking their first ride and professionals aiming to master advanced tricks.
Services
Wakeboarding
Waterskiing
Wakesurfing
Tubing
Surf Foil
Kneeboarding
Private Lessons
Group Events
Corporate Retreats
Special Occasions
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with 30+ years of coaching expertise
- Access to multiple semi-private lakes for optimal conditions
- Professional instruction from World Wakeboard Champion Dean Lavelle
- Specialized fleet of boats for different water sports
- Comprehensive safety protocols with certified instructors
What people say
Dean is amazing
Professional instruction
Best experience on water
Great for families
World-class wakeboarding
Services
Wakeboarding
Our wakeboarding instruction caters to all skill levels using premium Nautique boats. Beginners receive foundational training while advanced riders master tricks. Sessions include equipment rental and professional coaching to improve technique and confidence on the water.
Waterskiing
Professional waterski instruction available for first-timers and experienced skiers. We provide specialized ski boats and equipment. Our certified instructors focus on proper form, safety protocols, and progressive skill development in calm lake conditions.
Wakesurfing
Learn wakesurfing on our dedicated G21 Nautique boat. Instructors teach proper stance, wave positioning, and carving techniques. Sessions emphasize safety while developing control and style in the boat's wake.
Group Events
Custom group packages for 18+ participants with multiple boats. Ideal for team-building, birthdays, and special celebrations. Includes equipment, instruction, and facility access with flexible booking options for different group sizes.
Kids Camp
Summer camp for ages 5+ focusing on water safety and basic skills. Professional instructors teach wakeboarding, waterskiing, and tubing in a supervised environment. Includes lunch and life jacket requirements for all participants.
People
Dean Lavelle
Owner/Instructor
6-time World Wakeboard Champion with 30+ years coaching experience. Specializes in personalized instruction for all skill levels using proven techniques developed through competitive expertise.
Katie
Instructor
Certified water sports instructor focusing on beginner training and safety protocols. Provides patient guidance for first-time riders while maintaining professional standards.
Ellie
Instructor
Experienced coach specializing in youth instruction and group lessons. Emphasizes fun learning environment while teaching proper techniques for various water sports.
Lorelei
Instructor
Skilled instructor trained in CPR and first aid. Focuses on safety procedures and equipment handling for both individual and group sessions on the water.
Questions
What water sports do you offer?
We offer wakeboarding, waterskiing, wakesurfing, tubing, kneeboarding, and hydrofoil instruction with specialized boats for each activity.
Do you provide equipment?
Yes, we include all necessary gear like life jackets, boards, and ropes with every session at no extra cost.
Are instructors certified?
All our captains hold professional certifications and have extensive experience teaching both beginners and advanced riders.
Can groups book sessions?
Groups of 18+ can reserve multiple boats hourly with equipment and instruction included in the rate.
Is there age restriction?
Kids Camp accepts ages 5+, while adult lessons have no upper age limit with adaptive instruction available.
What safety measures exist?
We maintain strict safety protocols including life jacket requirements, CPR-certified staff, and controlled lake environments.
Reviews (7)
Carsten Svensson
Jan 07, 2022
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We have done theme parks, rides, tours you name it - the wakeboarding with LTS is always the favorite with the kids. The instructors are exceptional when teaching.
Max Antisell
Dec 16, 2021
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Had a great experience first time wakeboarding. Jakob's instruction helped my family all progress to the long rope.
Natasha Langford
Jul 22, 2021
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Dean & crew were absolutely amazing! I'm not one to take risks but Dean made me feel extremely comfortable. I had a great experience. Thank you again!
Ted Struhl
May 03, 2021
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Absolutely awesome!
Dean and crew did a marvelous job keeping 30 teenagers as engaged and active as can be.... Great time has by all! Thank you!
Dean and crew did a marvelous job keeping 30 teenagers as engaged and active as can be.... Great time has by all! Thank you!
Wilkenia Pujols Ecstrah
Mar 28, 2021
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Oh wow!!! My family LOVED this experience!!!! Its such a great value and Dean, the instructor and Captain, is SO GREAT he is such a great instructor- he was able to get us to understand what we needed to do to successfully wakeboard, kneeboard- but the tubing was everyones favorite experience. Dean is so attentive!!! He is an excellent boat driver- whatever youre trying to accomplish out there, just let him know and Im sure it can get done!!!! Anytime anyone landed in the water he was aware and is very accommodating- this is going to be very hard to top! Thanks sooo much!! They also
Brandon Liquerman
Aug 15, 2020
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We cannot wait to go back. Dean was an amazing instructor. My son had the absolute best time and shocked us with how much he was able to do his first time with Deans instruction. Highly recommend!!!
Joyce W.
Jun 24, 2020
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Omg!!! They are the best in South Fl! Dean & Katie was able to create the best experience for my husbands birthday party!!! All of our friends were impressed and cant wait to go back!!! We love them!
