The Riding Academy Hotel Splash Pad & Filtration Equipment
Location: Ocala, Florida
Project Type: Hotel splash pad and swimming pool filtration equipment.
Features:
The Riding Academy Hotel is located at the World Equestrian Center campus in Ocala, Florida. This site is renowned as America’s largest equestrian complex and is nestled in Florida’s horse country. Spanning nearly 400 acres, the center features state-of-the-art arenas, scenic trails, a variety of restaurants, unique boutiques, and a luxurious spa. This new addition is a sister hotel to the original Equestrian Hotel and is designed to meet the growing demand for accommodations at the World Equestrian Center. It caters specifically to equestrian enthusiasts, families, and teams visiting the complex.
The splash pad design includes a small water playground adjacent to the swimming pool, secured by a lockable fence that allows parents to relax while their little ones enjoy the interactive water features. Notable elements of the splash pad include the Aqua Octopus, a large water toy with eight tentacles equipped with nozzles for 360-degree spray action, and Aqua Spider ground sprays. The equipment yard, covered by a gazebo, discreetly houses the splash pad water management system. This setup protects the system from the elements while allowing easy maintenance access through a locked gate. Featuring secondary UV sanitation for safer water play, the system recirculates water using an open collector tank with a fibergrate cover.
A new 14-foot cabinet design consolidates all swimming pool filtration equipment into a single pack, significantly reducing the overall footprint. The recirculating sand filtration system utilizes sand pool filters to provide a cost-effective solution with adequate swimming pool filtration and less frequent maintenance.
The project is a collaborative effort between Pulexa, the pool builder, and AquaWorx, a splash pad company and filtration equipment manufacturer. The combined expertise ensures the installation of swimming pool filtration equipment and water playground features, enhancing the overall experience for guests at The Riding Academy Hotel.