The history of surfing: A surf evolution timeline Surfing for beginner's guide Lesson 25 Start lesson Want to see all beginner surfing lessons? Click here Share this post: Written by Emilia Published April 27, 2024 Post contents Introduction The most commonly recognized origin of surfing when it comes to the history of surfing is the ancient Polynesia, and more specifically Hawaii. Surfing had significant cultural and spiritual significance, and men and women of all ages and social classes surfed both for fun as well as competed. Sadly, surfing nearly died out in Hawai ..read more

How to angle your take off in surfing Surfing for beginner's guide Lesson 16 Start lesson Want to see all beginner surfing lessons? Click here Share this post: Written by Emilia Published March 5, 2024 Post contents Introduction In this lesson, I’ll go through the importance of angling your take off, with step-by-step instructions on how to execute the angling and take off effectively. Unless you want to ride straight ahead, catching the whitewater instead of the unbroken part of the wave, you need to learn how to angle your take off. Why angling your take off ..read more

Surfing muscles: What muscles does surfing work?​ Surfing for beginner's guide Lesson 22 Start lesson Want to see all beginner surfing lessons? Click here Share this post: Written by Emilia Published April 5, 2024 Post contents Introduction Does surfing build muscle? Oh, yes! When it comes to muscles for surfing, which muscles should you train to perform at your best? Well, surfing is a full-body workout that engages a variety of muscle groups. The specific muscles used can vary depending on the type of surfing (longboarding, shortboarding, etc.) and the specific mo ..read more

How to paddle out on a surfboard: Follow these 5 steps to reach the lineup​ Surfing for beginner's guide Lesson 20 Start lesson Want to see all beginner surfing lessons? Click here Share this post: Written by Emilia Published March 27, 2024 Post contents Introduction When I first started surfing, one of my biggest fears was getting smashed by waves when paddling out to the lineup. By learning the steps and methods of how to paddle out on a surfboard (and getting smashed a couple of times while trying it), I got rid of my fear. I learned that it does not have to be t ..read more

Pre-surf warm-up exercises: My surf warm-up routine Surfing for beginner's guide Lesson 24 Start lesson Want to see all beginner surfing lessons? Click here Share this post: Written by Emilia Published April 12, 2024 Post contents Introduction A successful surfing session starts with a well-executed pre-surf warm-up. By investing a few minutes in preparing your body and mind, you can significantly improve your performance, reduce the risk of injuries, and fully embrace the exhilarating experience of riding the waves. So, before getting into the water to surf, prioritiz ..read more

How to turn on a surfboard for beginners step-by-step Surfing for beginner's guide Lesson 18 Start lesson Want to see all beginner surfing lessons? Click here Share this post: Written by Emilia Published March 14, 2024 Post contents Introduction Have you caught a few waves and practiced your pop-up and your surfing stance? Great! Then you’re ready to start practicing how to turn on a surfboard. Just like all other fundamental surfing techniques, start by practicing your turns in the whitewater. There are two types of main turns in surfing; trimming and carving. In t ..read more

Training for surfing fitness: 4-day surf workout routine for beginners Surfing for beginner's guide Lesson 23 Start lesson Want to see all beginner surfing lessons? Click here Share this post: Written by Emilia Published April 8, 2024 Post contents Introduction Surfing demands a special kind of fitness. It’s not just about catching waves; it’s about being strong, enduring, balanced, and flexible so that you have what it takes both to paddle out to the lineup, pop up, ride the waves, and manage wipeouts in a safe way. I’m not exactly a fitness guru myself, nor was I ..read more

How to pop up on a surfboard: Surf pop up for beginners in 3 steps Surfing for beginner's guide Lesson 15 Start lesson Want to see all beginner surfing lessons? Click here Share this post: Written by Emilia Published March 10, 2024 Post contents Introduction The surf pop up is a 3-step process and includes 1) pushing up your body with your arms, 2) bringing your back foot forward and placing it close to the tail of the board, and lastly 3) bringing your front foot forward and placing it in the middle of the board before finally standing up. The right timing to do th ..read more

How to turn around on a surfboard: Sit and spin Surfing for beginner's guide Lesson 21 Start lesson Want to see all beginner surfing lessons? Click here Share this post: Written by Emilia Published April 2, 2024 Post contents Introduction When you sit on your surfboard in the lineup, you need to be facing the incoming waves to be aware of when good and rideable waves are coming as well as when waves are coming that you need to handle to avoid them breaking on top of you. That means you are not positioned in the right direction when a good and rideable wave comes to ..read more

How to paddle on a surfboard for beginners: 9 quick steps for success​ Surfing for beginner's guide Lesson 14 Start lesson Want to see all beginner surfing lessons? Click here Share this post: Written by Emilia Published February 29, 2024 Post contents Introduction Wondering how to paddle on a surfboard as a beginner? Here’s a quick guide: Enter your hand into the water. Keep your hand relaxed and straight, with a slight gap between your fingers. Keep your arm bent in a 45-degree angle. Then focus on deep, smooth paddle strokes and maximize each movement by extendin ..read more