Jon Parks

TheXperience is a place where watermen, surfers, paddlers and fitness enthusiasts come together to celebrate the outdoor lifestyle. More than just a shop, it's a holistic approach to active life on the GulfCoast. Built in collaboration with the area's top SUP and surf instructors, artists and fitness experts, TheXperience is the NEW home for GUSU Paddlesports which offers the area's largest selection of stand up paddleboards and accessories. TheXperience also carries a variety of surfboards, skateboards, snowboards, clothing and accessories to fit whatever your active lifestyle needs may be. We offer surf and paddleboard lessons for varying experience levels, as well as a staff knowledgeable in technique, training and nutrition. We are also the home of Studio Experience (Studio E), Destin's one-of-a-kind yoga/fitness studio. TheXperience is proud to be the official home of Beach Chairs Unlimited created by lifetime local Brad McDowell. These custom made, high quality chairs are made from White Oak from Georgia and USA components and produced right in the heart of Destin. Also offered at TheXperience is the one-of-a-kind ocean and surf art created by Ashton Howard. Ashton's unique artwork is displayed and available for purchase in the store.