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The Journey Towards Having More FUN Surfing

Surfing means different things to different people, but should always remain at its core

Fun

Lack of progression and fatigue leads to frustration which then leads to an unpleasant lineup. Nobody wants that. The first step in thwarting this downward spiral is to improve your entire surfing experience, from the pre-surf ritual, paddling out, deciding on a spot to surf, making adjustments, choosing the wave for you, riding with flow, kicking out, sharing with others, and finally exiting the water to talk story with others afterwards. At its root, to have more fun means to improve. It doesn't matter where you start in this journey of progression, from novice to pro, you can always improve and enjoy the experience of surfing just a little ... bit ... more.

Surfing Paddling Academy Surf Trip Indonesia 2019

surf trip Apr 22, 2019

“I caught the best wave of my life and I have no doubt it was because of your paddling coaching.” – Garry H

The crystal blue water rose closer and closer to the sky in front of me. The sun’s light seemed to get darker with each moment. “In 2, hold 2, out 2, 3, 4, 5…” I focused on my breathe and making sure to conserve energy. This was going to be a romping. Stay calm. Don’t fight it. The wave detonated in front of me, sending whitewater twice the height of the wave I saw moments before. After traveling thousands of miles along the roaring forties and raging fifties, then up into the Indian Ocean, the wave unleashed all of its energy at me and boy, did I feel it. We’re not in Kansas anymore, Toto.

Garry, setting up (photo by Earl)

And Thomas setting up (among the coconut trees)

Every time I run a Surf Trip I get nervous. I get nervous not because I don’t think the participants can handle the surf, nor because I think it’s not

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