Learn How to Surf
Learning to surf requires some basic
practice before entering on the beach. Some precautions are
necessary to prevent undesired happenings.
The two basic steps in surfing are Paddling
and Standing up. The surfboards are designed in such a way
that they would float on the water. The technique of surfing
is that the surfboard must remain over the water in the same
way as it would be without the surfer's weight. The only
difference would be that the surfboard dips lower in the
water.
Learn to surf
Initially, one must know the method of successfully catching a
wave. This is achieved by paddling.
Paddling
Paddling must be done at approximately the same speed as that
of the incoming wave. A surfboard can be paddled wherever
there is water. While paddling, lift the head and bend the
arms at the elbow at nearly 90 degrees. Cup the hands and
flick the wrist. Move the arm past the hip. This point is the
power of the paddle. The wave can be caught successfully by a
couple of paddles.
Initially, paddling has to be practiced in a swimming pool or
a river. First, it is necessary to balance on the surfboard
and complete one paddle before beginning the next one. As the
paddle speed increases, it would enable to catch the beach
waves quickly. After 20 paddles, a rest of one minute is
essential. This pattern must be repeated till there is
weariness. Continuous practice in a swimming pool or river
must be coupled by observation of good surfers. Novices must
strive to imitate these veterans. Then, when the surfing day
would arrive, the novices would be better equipped for wave
catching.
Standing up
To learn Standing up, the surfer has to practice 100 meters
running starts. Initially, he must lie on the floor. Then,
press the floor using the hands and climb up. Further, a race
start must be done. This routine has to be repeated ten times.
Stance
The Stance is the most crucial part of surfing. The surfer
must remember to crouch low as frequently as possible. The
surfer has to point towards the intended direction. While
standing up, the hip must be rotated. If the surfer intends to
turn, it is essential to crouch and rotate the hip in the
desired direction. If the surfer wishes to cut across the wave
face, it is required to steer the surfboard with the hands and
then point towards the required direction. If the surfer stays
low, all the above mentioned processes take place in a smooth
as well as stable manner and coupled with speed.
How to surf safely
- one should never jump in front or at
the back of the surfboard, as it may dash
- while falling in the water, the head
must not first enter the water. A surfer has to fall on
the feet or with the hands at the front
- supposing the surfer falls
accidentally, the eyes must be protected with the hands
- the surfer has to use the peripheral
vision so that any collision does not take place with
other surfers
- the surfer has to be alert regarding
the approaching waves
- in case a rogue wave approaches, the
surfer has to push the surfboard away to a side and dive
under the wave. This avoids any impact
- the surfer must break any fall by
employing his hands to protect the neck and spine
- the surfer has to climb on the board
from the side using the hands and also climb off
similarly. This movement resembles getting on and off a
horse
- the board must never be placed
between the surfer and the coming waves
- beginners may have a leg rope or a
leash attached to the surfboard. A safety nose guard is
also mandatory
While learning surfing, the surfer has to
bear in mind that one who is closest to the surfing wave has
the right to move on that wave. If somebody else paddles for
this wave, it can be dangerous.
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