Surfing Lessons

How Young is Too Young for Surfing

by surferdude on July 20, 2009

A common question parents ask is how old does a child need to be to start surfing. The surprising answer is that age doesn’t really matter, to a point. All that really matters is swimming ability. There’s no set answer on age. Kids as young as 5 or 6 can probably learn to surf in calm waters, as long as they’re good swimmers and have constant adult supervision.

Practice Before Surfing Lessons

by surferdude

Nervous about your first surfing lesson? You can practice at home before you even get out on the beach. Here are some practical quick tips for starting to surf before you hit the waves. Practice on a board in your garage. It might feel silly, but you can work on position and stance. Lay down [...]

What Are Surfing Lessons Like?

by surferdude

Curious about surfing lessons? Here are a few things you can expect in your first lesson. First, you’ll learn how to paddle and stand up while you’re still on the beach. It seems a little silly at first, but this is a great way to learn the basic mechanics before you get into the water. [...]