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How to Surf

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Learn how to surf with instructions such as: how to stand up on a surf board and how to change positions on a surf board in this free online video series.

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Tags: wax, how-to, board, surfing, surf, ocean, beach, leash, sharks, standing, wave, ride

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Summary: Surfing comes in many different forms such as kneeboarding, bodyboarding, surf-skiing, tow-in surfing and of course the traditional stand-up surfing. Some surfers enjoy the sport as recreation, while others surf competitively for national and worldwide titles. Traditional long board surfing consists of paddling out on a surfboard into the ocean and waiting for a breaking wave to come along. Once you see a breaking wave, you have to paddle in the direction of the moving wave and match its speed. Once the wave begins to carry you, you can hop to your foot or knees and maneuver your board on the wave. There are different maneuvers demonstrated by surfers; hanging five, hanging ten, a floater, switch-foot, tube riding, off-the-top turns, snaps, aerial, and stall are a few of the most popular.

If you are a beginner surfer, watch these instructional videos to familiarize yourself with the basics of surfing. Learn about different types of surf boards including long boards and short boards. Get tips on other surfing equipment including wax, leashes and rash guards. Before you get in the water, watch these expert video clips to make sure you are aware of surfing hazards and obstacles including sharks, sea lice, jellyfish and man o’war. Watch these instructional videos on paddling your surfboard appropriately. Get tips from our expert in a four-part series entitled “Standing up on the surf board” and become an expert surfer!

About the Expert

Expert: John Hickey is a professional South Florida Surfing Instructor at Florida Surf Lessons, surfing school, which has locations throughout Central and South Florida. Surfing will help you develop balance, increase inner strength, and enhance your relationship with the ocean. Your great surf lesson experience doesn't have to end when you go home. The professional equipment and accessories used by our surf instructors are available through the surf school. Find John and his associates at www.floridasurflessons.com

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