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School holidays surfing begins
Our first programs in over 6 months since Covid. Great to see the kids out in the water again. Book your kids into a program
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Northern beaches sport tribute
In episode three of our podcast series "Locals", we talk to the great Craig Riddington about fame on a cereal packet, getting lost in ...
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Our hands on surfing instruction method
Surfing is not all about learning how to stand, it is about learning how to catch a breaking wave as it transforms from a swell to a...
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Swimming technique tips
The correct angle at your freestyle catch. There is a lot of talk amongst swimmers and swimming coaches these days in regard to the...
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How to body surf like a dolphin (underwater)
This is easier than it looks, and I find it a lot more exhilarating than normal body surfing, however this technique is recommended for...
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Should I swim at unpatrolled beaches?
A consistent sandbank, although the waves are larger out the back the sandbank is void of any deeper areas, so no rips and all the water pus
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What if I'm caught in a rip
Many people have been in a rip but not known it as they find themselves in deeper water and quickly end up on the sandbank with the flow...
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How do we know where the rips will take us?
Rips move off the beach quite fast, but the velocity of the rip heading off the beach depends on the velocity of water that has come in...
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How do we identify a rip?
You'll find rips in between the sand banks - mainly indicated by a deeper, darker section of water. These will be easier to identify at...
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Why are we asked to swim in between the red and yellow flags?
Most of our coastline is not patrolled, particularly outside of summer months, so you may not find a surf patrol and swimming flags at...
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How to paddle a surf board
There are two main functions to paddling a surfboard or racing board lying down: Positioning on the board Good posture Every board is a...
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Standing up on a surf board
Your positioning in the surf break is one of the most important elements of learning to surf and practising to catch a wave in control,...
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Stay safe at the beach these school holidays
With school holidays coming up, its important that families prepare their coastal trip in advance, although some beaches may be...
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Body surf from the outer surf break
As on a surfboard - you need to pick the right wave at the right time. Swim with your head down looking under your armpit at the wave. As...
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How to catch a wave on a surf board
Its all about standing up right? I don't think so. Its all about catching the wave. So, this is part you have to get right to really...
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Body surf a broken wave
Body Surfing can be great fun if learnt correctly. There are 2 types of techniques you can use to catch a wave body surfing. You are...
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Water safety collaboration
The Project 291- Surf Awareness Program was delivered via a collaborative water safety approach and minimal government funding. Programs...
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Surfing - what's it all about?
Surfing is not all about learning how to stand, it is about understanding the ocean....
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Top 5 tips for safe kids surfing lessons.
Looking for Safe Surfing Lessons for Kids and Families? Below are our top five tips on what to look for in a surf school. 1. Carefully...
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