We love seeing the continued and growing excitement around immersive experiences! Huge thanks to Jeffrey Travis for the kind words and for recognizing the work our team has put into making immersive VR a reality. At Ballast VR, our mission has always been to create high-quality immersive attractions by blending real-world elements with engaging digital worlds. From VR water slides to underwater snorkeling adventures, we’ve delivered over 1.5 million experiences worldwide—without cumbersome operational burden, wires, or expensive ride modifications—just the pure force of gravity and a bit of creative engineering. And the best part? We’re just getting started. If you’re looking to elevate your resort or waterpark with immersive technology, let’s connect!
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You'd normally want to keep your VR headset far away from water... Unless, of course, you’re wearing one on a?water slide. That’s exactly what Ballast VR, founded by Stephen Greenwood, has made possible. Last week, I had the chance to meet Stephen, the founder and CEO of Ballast VR—a truly unique company in the LBE space. They’ve developed a proprietary waterproof VR headset that guests wear while careening down a water slide, immersing them in thrilling, fantastical digital worlds. Unlike Positron, where we need to use advanced motor and motion control systems to synchronize movement with VR content, Ballast simply?piggybacks on gravity—turning the natural forces of a water slide into an exhilarating VR ride. With over?1.5 million?experiences delivered at resorts worldwide, Stephen and his team have built a remarkable success story in the challenging world of LBE and VR. The best part? They’ve done it without yet needing to raise a dime from investors—100% bootstrapped. I’m highlighting successful companies, experiences, and innovators in the LBE/VR space. I believe we need to share more about what’s working (and what isn’t) to strengthen this ecosystem. Who else is doing something innovative in this space? Let me know #XR #vr #lbe #immersive