How to Surf: 7 Beginner Mistakes and How to Fix Them

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In this video you will get to follow a beginners surfers journey trying to learn how to surf. I have tried surfing before but never with an expert showing how to do it correct. My surf technique is flawed but gets corrected by Alejandro the head coach at Rise Up Surf in Nicaragua.
I reach out to Rise Up and asked if I could come by and learn to surf and make 2 videos about it and they where super help ful so check out their sweet surf camp if you want to learn how to surf too.
www.riseupsurf.com/
The music was made by the talented Swedish gentleman Simon Alexander: / simonalexandermusik

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@TeamHeapMI 4 жыл бұрын

When the instructor demonstrates paddling in the pool looks like poetry in motion.

@christianlatorre6202 4 жыл бұрын

yeah! it makes it so easy!!!

@Fadilanse 3 жыл бұрын

like he was gliding through the water, like how the heck

@laurieharper1526 5 жыл бұрын

That instructor is excellent. His explanations are very clear and logical and he covers the why as well as the how.

@briza2022 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, so good. And he smiles.

@krastin3048 4 жыл бұрын

Totally!!

@christianlatorre6202 4 жыл бұрын

very good instructor with good knowledge

@andrewgoodmansurfcoaching2963 3 жыл бұрын

that's what makes the best coaches. saying something in the least amount of words but that makes the most sense

@overcastlabs7904 2 жыл бұрын

0ddprp

@AdjrianNickelodeon 5 жыл бұрын

I learned more off this video than I have in 10 years of surfing. Instructor touched on points no-one else has ever mentioned.

@jondidier2282 5 жыл бұрын

If you don't know how to ride after ten years...try something else.

@ceeweedsl 4 жыл бұрын

@@jondidier2282 Your comprehension of what's written above is clearly inaccurate. So, in the same vein - If your reading comprehension is still poor after a lifetime of education - stop trying to read and comment online? Try audio visual engagement, maybe? Not to be discouraging, but perhaps it's just not for you.

@jondidier2282 4 жыл бұрын

@@ceeweedsl I rode for ten years like the above and there wasn't much I didn't know about surfing and growing up in Southern California. He mentioned 10 years experience surfing and he learned more from a beginners video than experience. If I thought I was no better than a beginner after doing something for 10 years, I personally would try something else. I'm just saying. Also, notice the thumbs up versus thumbs down replies. I'm just saying. There's no teacher like experience.

@ceeweedsl 4 жыл бұрын

@@jondidier2282 Not everyone is in your situation and "years" is a time frame, not a wave count. One can go to the beach with family every memorial day and log 30 rides a year for ten years. Plenty of people do "surf" that way. Even taking a lesson or two. Or you can go out 5 days a week over a year at the same break and really learn "fast". One can live right by some marginal beach break and get a lot of time in the water but few rides. Or get out to Old Man's every weekend and progress 100x faster, then move over to Trestles. It's not all the same. One can start learning at 16 yo or at 60 and that's huge also. So many factors. I agree that the video had a couple beginner tips and was not exactly brimming with subtle knowledge tho ! cheers

@andrewjimenez5652 3 жыл бұрын

@@ceeweedsl LMAO

@alankeyz1 6 жыл бұрын

This dude is awesome: He wakes up one day and decides he wants to surf and he goes out and does it.

@StompItTutorials 6 жыл бұрын

Everyone should do that or ski or what ever floats their boat....

@lizbarker2730 5 жыл бұрын

@@StompItTutorials sweet

@lizbarker2730 5 жыл бұрын

cool

@nickmccain6598 5 жыл бұрын

I'm gonna try it tomorrow because of this video. In Encinitas. Knarly.

@DutchNewbJr 4 жыл бұрын

Mictlantecuhtli did the same, saw this vid and had interest, went out and took lessons. no regrets, its a whole fresh hobby experience

@billarroo1 6 жыл бұрын

I am 71 started surfing in California 1962 or 3 quit about 1965 no surfing till 2016, boy it's like learning all over again, having a hard time, paddling because of a car accident hurt my shoulder, but I'm almost to the stand up point, Yee Haa!!

@StompItTutorials 6 жыл бұрын

Yes William keep it up Sir!

@abnerlico 5 жыл бұрын

Hey William this is great to read. I am 52 and just started but thought I was too old.

@lorrieprice6408 5 жыл бұрын

I'm 59 and just starting! We are never too old to live out our dreams!! That being said all tips and secrets are welcome!! Surf's up!!

@kirkblee5853 5 жыл бұрын

One thing that is great for us old timers...SUP's!! laying down & paddling gets harder every year for me.

@kawaii7573 5 жыл бұрын

Everyone in this comment section is too old give up.

@scarlettplays7598 4 жыл бұрын

I’m a surfer and skateboarder and I recommend this to all new beginners

@farid8599 3 жыл бұрын

Have been skateboarding for 10 years but then stopped. Is the transition to surfing easier when u have been skateboarding?

@ramillax5478 4 жыл бұрын

Im a surfer and i can confirm that the advices are real and efective!!

@zoeywillems 5 жыл бұрын

Now I get why most surfers have the “surfers body” damn what a muscle control you need to have.

@paulacee3380 5 жыл бұрын

That instructor is gold. Follow everything he says to a tee.

@boykillshorse 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks really enjoyed.. I'm 53.. just starting out

@1royalwolf 3 жыл бұрын

Such great instruction without ego. A pleasure to listen to. I couldn’t help but giggle at the similarity to the sound of borat when he said that lads paddling was “very nice” though. A fantastic tutorial. The only downside to this video was it let me understand HOW much I am doing wrong. Haha.

@toonybrain 4 жыл бұрын

This was incredibly helpful: watching first the untrained attempt, then the corrections (with graphics). Candid and very well done.

@WeMissYouSnail 22 күн бұрын

Possibly the best beginner surfing tutorial on YT

@vihuisman1939 4 жыл бұрын

So relaxing to hear an instructor addressing a beginner, had very similar mistakes when younger and I guess now I just completely forgot about them when they're very natural errors Even taught me things I didn't notice here

@abigaylle 5 жыл бұрын

that dude is probably the best instructor ive heard

@gene0806 Жыл бұрын

The instructor is great teaching all the details of mistakes to be improve

@broadsword2610 Жыл бұрын

What a great lesson! That coach is brilliant! 👍🏼

@domeasolidtuts 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with everyone. I surfed for the first time in 12 years today and wish I would've watched this prior to going out! Fantastic.

@kamboozia Жыл бұрын

Fantastic tutorial 👌 Thanks for the valuable content. I just think the instructor lifts the rise-up brand and totally deserves a decent mention!

@perfecto25 3 жыл бұрын

was surfing yesterday (beginner) and my shoulders were killing me from paddling out, now I know why, great tutorial

@ClarkDroneFilms 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant instructor

@richardalden939 3 жыл бұрын

It's good to see that you are as good of a student as you are a teacher.

@dannggg 3 жыл бұрын

I had other instructors before and they were alright. This guy is above and beyond.

@ericcoligado8655 3 жыл бұрын

I took my first lesson at age 57. Great tips here. Excellent idea showing pre-lesson form and comparisons.

@hotmessmissy 5 жыл бұрын

I have just started surfing and i am so happy i did i got to ride a few waves even only if for a few seconds. I was so nervous but wanted to really give it a go. I am now addicted😊

@Startlinebob Жыл бұрын

Great video and instruction! More power to you both.

@StompItTutorials Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@oDaviiido Жыл бұрын

I am a two time back to back 1993 / 1994 blockbuster surf champion and I can guarantee that all those tips are good and helping

@eaglerider94 3 жыл бұрын

Despite the common thumbs down, which lack constructive criticism or why they give it a thumbs down, I'm beginning to get back into surfing (So. Cal Native) after a 40 hiatus. Although I'm in really good shape (working out no less than 3x a week for 40 years) and blow away most guys in their late 30's and older, I found this pretty useful in terms of reintroducing myself to the fundamentals. The instructor was very communicative and patient with his student. I began with a Boogie Board for a couple of weeks in order to re-acclimate myself to the surf. It's like getting back on a motorcycle and eventually getting on the freeway. At first, it's like "wtf! am I carzy or what!", then your mind begins to adjust to the conditions. I found the same taking the Boogie Board out before my board. It also allowed me to spark my memory with how waves form....very different depending on each day and conditions, reading them, and most importantly, respecting the oceans power. So here's to getting back on those So. Cal waves!

@Staylecrate 4 жыл бұрын

Keep at it man. It can be a lot to take in all at once. I am by no means a "great" surfer. But he nailed teaching the fundamentals very elegantly without over explaining and throwing a ton on information at you. When he said "muscle memory", I thought wow not enough people explain why these techniques are so crucial when starting. I had so many terrible habits to unlearn when I was set in my ways a while back. This video is an excellent what to/what to not do. Building from the stroke to positioning your body, while telling you what will happen if your foot placement, body, and arms aren't in sync. And in such a small amount of time too. That makes this one of the best beginners videos I've seen. Keep on building those core fundamentals and it just becomes second nature. Fantastic video!

@Cyauuu 3 жыл бұрын

I’m brand spanking new to surfing and have been having lots of trouble. I’ve been watching a crap ton of videos about what to do and how to do it but none of them explain the details like this one. This video is by far the best video I’ve seen for beginners

@gordonowens080406 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! this is the best (by far) tutorial I've found on youtube!

@joijoi7480 3 жыл бұрын

The instructor seems very kind and meaningful😊

@sebastian6423 3 жыл бұрын

Man you are the God of surfing.... Im learning too much from this video. Thanks

@isunrandila2124 3 жыл бұрын

Man this guy!!! and I love how he says posicion

@mindyschocolate 2 жыл бұрын

I just had my first surf lesson yesterday. I paid $120 for two hours to be told to keep my legs together and a crash course on how to stand up. Compared to this video, my lesson was trash. All of these tips, aside from keeping your legs together, were never addressed in my class. Even the paddling I found I was doing wrong after watching this video. I was definitely chest down on the board paddling. Thank you for your in depth explanations and details on the how and why’s. Other instructors should take note that this is the proper way to instruct.

@Senesoul 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome tutorial ! I went surfing today for the first time but could not stand a single time, because i had no control over my board at all. Now i now what it did wrong, because i made every mistake in the video and even more i think ^^ was going to give up but i guess its worth a new try :)

@katedonald1736 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!! Have been surfing occasionally for a few years but this summer (NZ) I've been going out every other day and really wanting to improve. I've been struggling with breaking the muscle memory habit of using my knees. Watched your video twice last night, went out today and I'm instantly a better surfer!!! Your video was better than all the other tutorials I've watched because I got to learn from your mistakes XD which highlighted so many tips that other videos miss. Cheers!

@Patrick-pl3nw 4 жыл бұрын

My first time surfing was with Alex! In Portugal! Very funny, positive and cool instructor. Good video. 👌🏼

@chilloutproject10 6 жыл бұрын

Thank so much !! The video is legit!! 👍🏻👍🏻 I've tried 2 surfing instructor but none none of them as detailed as him.. even i can practice with my yoga mat on my room!!! Thanks again .

@FORTtv 5 жыл бұрын

"Put your leg as far forward as you can.... You've gone a little too far."

@justinsoh6236 3 жыл бұрын

This instructor is awesome ,his explanation are clear and steady

@backcountryexplorer6841 2 ай бұрын

I just started watching your ski videos. And I didn’t think you’re the type to surf. Boy I was wrong. Good luck on your surfing lessons. SURFS UP!! 🤙🏼

@marielamesen7594 3 жыл бұрын

The instructor is soo sweet and clear!

@angelablades5507 Жыл бұрын

Just started learning and he explained the pop-up so well! I have been struggling with this and going from my knees and then up. He made it so much clearer on what I need to do now. Thanks mate😊

@kevinruelas2540 3 жыл бұрын

Ok, I just picked up surfing and this literally is helping me fix the flaws in my technique. Definitely a must see for any newbie

@justsmile6685 5 жыл бұрын

good instructor and his voice is very clear

@explorer3031 4 жыл бұрын

I am going to surf and I am beginner.this video is very useful in my view.

@SuperMoose1231 3 жыл бұрын

I've been watching surf learning videos all week and this is by far the most thorough. Thank you!

@fraserwyllie8840 2 жыл бұрын

Wow this is by far the best explanation I have heard on how to surf

@arsaeterna4285 6 жыл бұрын

I went out surfing today for the first time with no instruction I'm pretty sure I did EVERYthing wrong in this video lol was such a blast though, I was able to stand on a wave three times, SO going back out tomorrow : )

@lailapachkov8006 6 жыл бұрын

Que Dableyou Aren't you afraid of getting lost in the ocean or something? I am afraid of going alone

@arsaeterna4285 6 жыл бұрын

I've been out a bunch of times now, if you just lie on the board, the waves will take you to shore I always go alone but only surf where I can see other surfers, I live in California so there's always people It is SO much fun, I always come out feeling completely relaxed and happy the whole day, try it!

@LCKRD-un1rx 6 жыл бұрын

Que Dableyou What is you pop up method? I've been trying to learn for 2 years. I've fixed a lot of errors over the past few months. I cant wait to go out and try again this summer.

@arsaeterna4285 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Curly! I think you might need a bigger board, I started out on a 9 foot foamie and it was so stable! I ride regular foot and pop up on such a big board was a piece of cake because I could lift my hips by anchoring my feet on the back of the board I am now on a 7 ft board, and it's super light and awesome but pop up is a bit more precarious and less stable.Because the board is shorter, I now have to pop up using my knees instead of my feet with the longer board So consider buying a bigger board just to get you started; so much fun and when waves are small, the bigger board catches them easier due to high volume Best of luck!

@frankghallager8211 6 жыл бұрын

Que Dableyou is it scary when your in the water?

@sadchicken5282 3 жыл бұрын

This is the same guy who saved me from beeing noob in skiing. what a legend.

@KaiTakApproach 5 жыл бұрын

Takes a real man to teach others by candidly sharing your own mistakes. Thank you and your cool coach.

@byankaree91 3 жыл бұрын

Hands down best video done on surfing! 👏👏👏👏

@raullopez6490 4 жыл бұрын

Gracias amigo corredor de tabla,i tried to stand up on the surfboard for a year and i have not done yet but now that i watched this video i cant wait to go back to the beah. Thank you,god bless you.

@kathybrown504 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! I’ve always wondered what it would be like to surf. Good explanation;I put this one on my bucket list. Thanks.

@rubyred621 Жыл бұрын

Instructor is AWESOME!

@nicomedesacenas9855 5 жыл бұрын

Afer surfing over 10 years, I learned much guys:)

@pgalaxy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, planning to start surfing soon and prepping

@jeffreylear7594 6 жыл бұрын

I surfed the North Shore O'ahu 1968-69... back then, NOBODY used a leash... it was a long swim if you lost your board... but that just beefed up your pecks... No problems! Shaka Bra!

@12ozslushy71 5 жыл бұрын

I'm 18 and started surfing awhile ago I myself hate leashes and traction pads. I still don't use them

@listerinekiller 5 жыл бұрын

@paperchasin23 LMFAOOOOO 😂

@twowheelsclubseals 5 жыл бұрын

@paperchasin23 this man on another level

@jaycendaigle3505 4 жыл бұрын

Dope video!

@maukawahine8685 3 жыл бұрын

Cool video 🤙🏼 now you can take this instructor dude skiing ⛷

@gilzuniga1808 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible instruction!!! What a treat!

@Jessyp303 3 жыл бұрын

This was an incredibly helpful video for improving technique. Thank you so much!! Love from Cornwall, UK

@ksteenkamp2466 3 жыл бұрын

I recently had a surfboard custom made before I have even tried surfing! I know, I know. I have done body-boarding and windsurfing a few years ago, but have always wanted to try surfing... properly. I live right on the beach on South Africa's south coast. This video is where I plan to start from for informing me on how to go about getting to know the sport of surfing as a beginner. I am so excited! Now if only I could fit in my wet-suit again... :)

@a.m.1401 2 жыл бұрын

so hows it going?

@thomasdaley7732 5 жыл бұрын

This was a very helpful video. I am new to surfing and have been making a lot of these mistakes. Thank you!

@oktawiangornik1284 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video. Thanks!

@itzashtin4564 2 жыл бұрын

Im surfing this weekend so Im so glad I found this video. My paddling is always sloppy and I wasnt sure why till now. Love this video!

@rofu37 5 жыл бұрын

I got my butt kicked the first time I tried surfing but I think I've got a chance for next time. This was the best surfing video ever! Thanks.

@wishicouldshowmyname5815 4 жыл бұрын

Good points and glad to see you care so much about the customer getting the right board.

@wennessa94 2 жыл бұрын

I just did my second surf lesson and this instructor is so good at explaining... Thank you so much!

@soda6265 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video!! Thank you! I like the way the video was set up, great teacher and great drawings, recaps and game film to show exactly what’s happening and how to fix it 👏👏👏

@bobsagget3797 2 жыл бұрын

Bruh! That would be soo good to live in that house looks like it has such a chilled vibe and an amazing view

@samuelj5890 6 жыл бұрын

quality video bro, big help for me as a beginner

@liamdillon2685 3 жыл бұрын

u fucking druggo

@Buddyfeller 6 жыл бұрын

Instructor looks like Tyrion Lannister from game of thrones .

@all3318 6 жыл бұрын

hahahah, I'm just a little bit taller, not much ;-)

@vangildner 5 жыл бұрын

I was thinking that too 😂

@anonymus5966 5 жыл бұрын

and he looks like the singer of gogol bordello

@lynnl2033 4 жыл бұрын

much handsome than Tyrion, ok? he do look like a movie star

@RB-rn6bk 4 жыл бұрын

Laax needs a surf camp! 👌👍👊

@jakyboy1984 4 жыл бұрын

Great explanations....clear and focused.... thank you man!

@SerenaChen33 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video with very useful tips and demonstrations of what not to do, and then what to do. I've been struggling a bit as a beginner surfer, so this was helpful. Thank you for posting this!

@gotobarry 4 жыл бұрын

I like this tutorial, very informative. Thanks for taking the time to put it together.

@matmeg-0847 Жыл бұрын

Just bought a hurricane 7ft soft top today, gonna learn as much as I can and start surfing with my lifeguard brother next week

@hisokaboatolo 5 жыл бұрын

This is video for surfing as a beginner is literally useful ! Thanks a lot ! Im going to surf at Bondi Beach today !

@colinhorne8464 4 жыл бұрын

Great spot to surf m8, hope you are still ripping it.... cheers bro

@sam_you_el1647 4 жыл бұрын

That was very helpful, I’m just starting off and needed some tips. Excellent instructor!

@alexvetlov2486 3 жыл бұрын

Always great instruction, we learn from our mistakes. It was great for my daughter to see how bad a great skier can be at first attempt surfing. She is a great skier, beginner surfer. It’s almost ski season!

@zeevgilkis7970 Жыл бұрын

Amazing! The best surfing video I've ever seen, thanks!

@TalhahMahomedy 3 жыл бұрын

This is brilliant. Thank you for sharing!

@NonScientific 6 жыл бұрын

So weird seeing a board in a swimming pool.

@ilanitdorani5377 5 жыл бұрын

NEO*Designs i thought the very same

@mattheob2132 5 жыл бұрын

Domestic Surfin

@lorrieprice6408 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah. but I'm so going to rip this idea off. Not many waves in Chicago bit at least I can learn how to mount my board and get to know it a bit. Sounds provacative doesn't it? Ha ha.! I'm a newbie surfer but I'n gonna do it!

@alxmnslv 5 жыл бұрын

much better than its natural habitat of a wall for 364 days of the year, sadly.

@danicacorsiga9784 4 жыл бұрын

it's part of the training. Period

@delfinamat4395 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for this video, I will try to remember all of that for the next surfing!

@mrclean2022 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Very nice structure, thanks for making it. Thanks to your friend as well, he seems like an excellent teacher. Finding this all very helpful on my surfing vacation in Bali at the moment

@txjhouston 2 жыл бұрын

This instructor explains little details that make a huge difference. I've been surfing over 10 years with all kinds of bad habits, and have been continuously frustrated with my horrible pop up, and not being able to understand others who've tried to teach me a proper pop up. No one has ever told me to twist my shoulders. Such a simple fix!

@bando1961 6 жыл бұрын

Great video! I see I need to be arching my back more when paddling.

@DarkFangWolf1 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm a beginner and this video was very helpful!

@hamito_ma 2 жыл бұрын

There are so many ways that people teach the pop up, but this is probably the best to learn at home and the most stable when you're a beginner. The tips about position while standing, chest leaning, etc., are super helpful for beginner and intermediate levels.