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leucadia
surf school |
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learn to Surf e-Book online
| Wave Selection | |
 green or unbroken wave |
 whitewater wave |
| As a beginner you should start by catching "broken waves" or "white waves", the waves you shouldn't be catching are know as "unbroken waves" or "green waves". A broken wave is one that has already broken or crumbled and is now rolling in towards the beach. Start off by catching smaller waves and progress to slightly larger waves with more power. | |
| When selecting waves look out to the horizon and pick a wave that is further out, do not rush and decide to catch a wave when it is only one metre in front of you. Give yourself time and prepare yourself. | |
| Coach's Tip | |
| Be aware of your surfing surroundings.
Before entering the ocean study the surf and identify any hazards
or obstacles. Things you should be noticing are: - Are there any submerged rocks - Are there any stingers washed onto the beach - Are you going to be surfing crowded waves - Are there any rips or currents in the area - Is the tide coming in or going out - What is the weather like |
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| City of Encinitas License #17029 |
City of Oceanside License #103444 |