Free Surf Course: Learn to Surf in 7 Days
Day 1: Before you paddle out
Day 1 of your free surf course: the right board, wetsuit, leash, sunscreen and a 5-minute warm-up before your first session.
Day 1 of your free surf course: the right board, wetsuit, leash, sunscreen and a 5-minute warm-up before your first session.
- Start on a big soft-top of 8 to 9 ft. It floats well, catches waves easily and does not hurt if it hits you.
- Choose a wetsuit that fits tight but lets you lift your arms: 4/3 mm when the water is under 18 °C, 3/2 mm when it is warmer.
- Attach the leash to your back ankle: the right ankle if your left foot goes forward, and the other way round.
- Put on water-resistant sunscreen 20 minutes before, with a zinc stick on your face.
- Warm up for 5 minutes on the sand: arm circles, hip rotations, lunges and 5 practice pop-ups.
Tomorrow: how to read the beach before you go in.
