Important : Search for areas that have smaller waves where big ones have already broken. Remember to attach the protective leash of the board to your ankle.

• When you’re ready to catch some waves you’ll need to turn you board towards the shore.
• Look out for an achievable wave.
• Lay yourself forwards and start to paddle whilst the wave you’ve caught your eye on builds behind you.

Important : If you position yourself as close to the center of the board as possible, it’ll help you balance and not be washed over.

• Continue to remain laying on your front if you’re only a beginner but for those who are ready to take a risk, this will be the best time to slowly begin to raise your body up and balance out the wave until you reach the shore.

How do I know if I’m doing it right?

Most of the boards will have a line that runs down the board, make sure you are standing stable on this line to achieve a successful ride. Improving your balance might take a couple of rough falls until you master your board. Nothing comes easy without experience. Once you’ve mastered the long board you will be ready to start a new challenge of the short board, this provides effortless movement as it weighs a lot less which will give you more freedom to use those hips and legs to perfect your wave catching skills.