Three Surfing Tips for Beginners

Surfing is a difficult sport to learn, just like many other board sports. However the more you surf, the better you will become, and the more attached you will become to the sport. Surfing is a great way to get outside, be in nature, exercise, and meet other people. Here are three surfing tips for beginners to consider.

·         Before you start surfing, you need to get a board and a wetsuit. Once you have both of those items, you need to choose the right spot to surf. Beginners should find a spot that is the equivalent of a kiddie pool. Choose a beach that has a straight and sandy shoreline and is free of rocks and reefs. This is the safest kind of water to learn because the waves are slower, making it easier for you to hone your skills.

·         Once you've chosen a beach, you need to learn about the geography of the area. For example, learn about the rip currents because you will want to avoid these. Getting stuck in a rip current is not fun, and you will waste a ton of energy trying to get out of one. It is also going to be good to know when high and low tide occurs and try and learn about the local wildlife in the area. It is important to respect the nature you are surfing in.

·         Learning how to read the weather is going to be just as important as learning about your beach's geography. Check the weather before you go out and check for surf forecasts and reports. This is a matter of safety. You don't want to get caught out in the water during a thunderstorm or when there are strong winds.

Chadd Boulter is a professional snowboarder who is also an excellent surfer. He grew up in Florida and would spend the weekends surfing with his friends.