Surf Lesson Success - Its More Than Just Having A Longboard Surfboard

Most learners are on a long, buoyant board therefore the best technique to use is the turtle roll. Hold the rails or edges of the board tightly and flip over so the board is on top as the wave goes over. The body of the surfer works as an anchor to stop the board getting pushed ashore.

5. Its Time To Find Your Wave: The surfer should make an effort to catch a wave at the point where it is steep enough to shove the board forward making sure that it has not weakened down to the point of breaking. Going ahead of time over the wave gives a short ride and going too late usually sets up a huge wipe out. Those that are interested in learning the surfing technique ought to seek professional assistance. However these beginner surfing tips can certainly be of great help.
If you feel the call of the sun and surf pumping through your veins, it's time to find an instructor!

Learning to Surf -- Finding an Instructor

The internet is a great place to find instructors and research their backgrounds and qualifications. Regardless of your reason for seeking out a surfing instructor there are a few things that you should consider mandatory: A long history of surfing (preferably professionally to some extent), up-to-date first aid certification, proven (preferably certified) surf rescue experience, and a thorough knowledge of wave, weather and wind conditions (which should be commensurate with the instructor's experience, i.e. The more time that they've been spent in the water, the greater their understanding of the ocean and weather conditions).

There are many excellent surfing instructors throughout the world. Many have been involved in competitive surfing of some description or have at least spent enough time in the water to have a sound knowledge of the demands of the sport.

If you're on holidays at the seaside and just want to experience surfing as a holiday activity then you shouldn't have too much trouble finding a local surfer or local surf school that can give you a quick rundown of the basics and give you a quick ride or two on a board. In some of the more renowned surfing spots you'll likely even be able to find a pro surfer to guide you to your first wave.

If you're a little more serious about your surfing, or want the complete surfing experience in the hands of a true professional, there are many professional/ex-professional surfers who can guide your development as a surfer and help you to get the most out of your surfing experience.

Surfing greats such as Nancy Emerson, Corky Carroll and Frieda Zamba offer surfing lessons at some of the world's most beautiful beaches. Whether you're a beginner and very wet behind the ears, or a professional surfer in your own right, these experienced professionals can help you hone your skills and develop your style, giving you more confidence in the water and in your ability to navigate waves and the surf zone.

Depending on how serious you are about the sport, you'll be able to choose from surfing lessons of a couple of hours at a time to surfing clinics and camps for more intensive training.