I lived at China's first wave pool for 7 days to see if I could actually get better at surfing. I couldn't fit every soul I met on this trip into one video, but this journey, the people, the waves… this might be the most wholesome time of my entire life. In this video: → Full surf resort tour & honest review → Meeting my surf coach → Day-by-day surf progression from beginner to breakthrough → Wave settings breakdown (screenshot this!) → Pricing, how to get to china, and tips for first-timers 📍 Riyue Bay Surf Resort, Hainan, China 🌊 PerfectSwell® Technology (same as Waco, Texas) 🏄‍♀️ WANT TO BOOK? As of today, the hotel doesn't have an international booking site yet. I've set up a form to help. I'll check availability with the hotel directly and send you a quote. 👉 BOOKING FORM: https://raw-china.com *Note: Prices fluctuate based on season and availability. I'll negotiate the best rate for your dates.* I also offer guided trips for non-Chinese speakers, translator, local guide, and adventures beyond just the wave pool. Details in the form. — 📖 FREE GUIDE (coming soon for members) Where to stay, who to hire for filming, board rentals, avoiding tourist traps — link coming. — ⏱️ CHAPTERS 0:00 Can a Wave Pool Make You Better at Surfing? 0:30 The 7 Day Challenge 0:53 My Honest Skill Level Before 1:17 China's First Wave Pool Resort Tour 1:51 Day 1: Complete Disaster 3:23 Meeting My 14-Year-Old Surf Coach 4:10 Riyue Bay Surf Resort Room Tour 5:43 Day 3: Finally Understanding Wave Pool Surfing 7:30 Day 4: Why I Changed My Goal 9:45 Day 5: The Bottom Turn Breakthrough 12:15 Day 6: Surfing Progress in the Wave Pool 14:27 Landing My First Real Carve 15:04 Day 7: Final Session 17:37 What 7 Days at a Wave Pool Taught Me 18:06 The Surf Community That Changed Everything 19:01 Wave Pool Settings Guide (SCREENSHOT THIS) 20:26 How Much Does China's Wave Pool Cost? 21:30 How to Book China's Wave Pool (No International Site Yet) 🧼 my go to carryon soap for face, body and hair https://omskin.com/xehmidih Use code SaltyCheeks15 for 15% OFF Upbeat Songs – Epidemic Sound offers the widest variety. https://share.epidemicsound.com/ksq634 Cinematic Songs – They have the best cinematic playlists. Free trial available: https://fm.pxf.io/sifreetrial The only truly free platform I've found! https://share.uppbeat.io/saltycheeks Where to find me: 📸 Instagram - / d.gaf 🎥 YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/ @SaltyCheeks How I film myself: Vlogging Camera: https://amzn.to/3CXDmVd Camera with 28-70mm Lens: https://amzn.to/41gfHcC Diving Combo: https://amzn.to/3B9JMju Microphone: https://amzn.to/3Zi1rxh Drone: https://amzn.to/3ZvmduK Insta360 X4 8K Waterproof 360 Action: https://amzn.to/3BbhRjc Mic: https://amzn.to/41f6GAD Tripods: https://amzn.to/3VdLTcH #surfing #wavepool #chinatravel #surftravel