Lessons dedicated to generating maximum spray, compressing and extending through turns, and engaging the whole body for high-impact surfing.
Brian James explores the functional benefit of the drop knee turn, revealing the two key tips that correct the position, stall the board perfectly, and set up a clean cross step.
Ben Considine breaks down the underutilized backhand drop knee turn, detailing the three phases: stepping back, leaning over the back foot, and rotating to quickly face down the line.
Ben Considine steps through the secrets of the drop knee turn, detailing the wide stance, the correct toe poke, and the extension/compression technique needed for success on a longboard.
Surf Simply breaks down the three core energy sources for acceleration—Gravity, Whitewater, and Rail Engagement—explaining how to combine them to master the Triangle of Speed.
This tutorial explains why surfing small waves is essential for progression, focusing on how a flat rocker/fish board maximizes speed and how reduced fear allows you to hone your wave reading ability.
This tutorial focuses on six essential skills for tackling small, average summer waves. By successfully surfing these challenging conditions, your performance will skyrocket when presented with better waves. The lesson emphasizes using the right equipment and staying close to the power source. Key Takeaways & Tips Equipment For small waves, avoid high-performance boards. Look for … Read more
Brad Jacobson teaches how to surf small waves like a pro by maximizing speed through pumping, staying high on the wave, and using aggressive turns to keep pace with the closing sections.
Chris Bond details how to generate speed by paddling hard, compressing and extending your legs, and syncing your arm throw with your lower body to maximize forward momentum down the line.
Shannon Ainslie reveals the secret to explosive frontside speed: utilizing the top half of the wave (the energy zone) and generating momentum by lifting both the front and back feet off the water.
Kale Brock reveals micro movements like the “umph turn” and double pump to dramatically increase speed, focusing on accelerating down the wave after the turn using immediate compression.