DIY- Surfing

     I think that surfing is one of the coolest sports ever.  I've always wanted to learn how to surf and I was recently taught, so now I'm going to teach you.   The reason I think surfing is so cool is because I love the ocean.  If you are scared to go in the ocean then I don't think this is the thing for you.

1.  The first thing to do is to get a wetsuit or rash-guard so you don't get a rash from the board.

2.  When you are first learning to surf you should start with about a 10-12 inch board, but as you get better you can change the length. It would be superfluous to get a short board now. ( I recommend getting a cheap foam board from Costco as a starter board)

3.  So as you are about to head to the beach, pick the one that has pretty small waves so it will be easier for you to get up, on the surfboard.

4.  You should practice on the beach a few times before you go out in the water.

5.  The first thing you do is paddle out into the ocean where the waves start to form.( when laying on your board make sure your feet are 6 inches from the back)

6.  Once you are out there, in the ocean, and a wave is coming turn your surfboard around.

7.  As the wave is coming start paddling with your arms as hard as you can.

8.  Once you catch the wave use your arms to push your chest up on the board, then slide your legs up so that you are sitting on your knees.

9.  Now put your more comfortable foot forward on the board and once your comfortable stand up on your back foot also.

10.  You are now riding the wave, have fun.