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Surfboards for Beginners

why some surfboards characteristics can help you progress while others can slow you down drastically

Improve your take offs

A proper paddling technique is one of the most crucial elements of your surf progression.

How to get through waves and pass the break using the “punching through” technique.

How to get passed white water waves using the Turtle Roll technique.

Learn to turn by first practising in the white water.

Learn to control your speed by moving up and down on your board.

Learn how to position yourself to find, catch & stick on unbroken “green” waves.

The first time you glide with an unbroken wave will truly make you fall in love with surfing.

Learn how to read waves and anticipate how they will break.