Get to Proper Stance Faster
For intermediates, once you have a consistent take off with good technique, the next step is to either change take off technique for a faster…
Pumping: Throw Arms Forward when Extending
“Pumping” refers to surfing up & down the face in a smooth motion to reposition yourself near the “pocket” and get propelled forward. Advanced surfers…
Pumping: Compress/Extend, Engaging Rail & Timing
The art of generating speed is done by moving to precise parts of the wave while shifting your body’s weight at specific times. It isn’t…
Positioning: Riding Higher or Lower
Let’s compare how deep each of these surfboard rails are engaged in the water, according to the shape of the wave. The “Low surfer” trims…
Landing in the Proper Stance
At the beginner level, surfers must focus on landing with their feet in the correct position, centred over the stringer and with a proper stance.…
Use Hips to Manage Speed
There are two main ways to accelerate or slow down. Either move the feet on the surfboard or shift weight around by moving the hips…
Feet Distance: slightly over Shoulder Width
If you are surfing with less space between your feet than your shoulder width, your stance is probably too narrow. If you are surfing with…
Pumping: Use the Face & Top 3rds
“Pumping” refers to surfing up & down the face in a smooth motion to reposition yourself near the “pocket” and get propelled forward. Surfers don’t…
Longer, Straighter Boards = More Speed
Surfers redirect water flow under their board when they trim on the face of the wave. Appart from the initial drop, this is the way…
Rail Engagement to Redirect Water Flow
When the surfboard is set on rail, the water pressure that hits under the surfboard gets redirected backwards, which creates lift and forward drive. Watch…