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Spring Swells, Fresh Energy
How to get back into surfing after a break, here's our tips for making the transition much easier now that spring is here.
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The Surfing Long Game
Surfing is rewarding because of the time you put into it and that takes patience.
How Pilates is Good For Surfing
Pilates is a slow and considered way of exercising that teaches you to connect deeply with your body, just like you do when you connect with the ocean to surf. This connection with your body improves your physical performance in surfing – and in daily life. Here’s how:
Spring Swells, Fresh Energy
How to get back into surfing after a break, here’s our tips for making the transition much easier now that spring is here.
The Magic of Winter Surfing
Surfing isn’t all about the summer, there’s magic in surfing during the winter months too despite the cold. Read this short story by Hannah Bevan.
Should Beginners Be Pushed into Waves?
What’s the benefits of pushing learners into waves? Should they learn the hard way and leave more waves for the rest of us?
Laura Crane: The Other Side of Fear
Want to know what it’s like to ride 60ft waves? We ask British big wave surfer Laura Crane.
Laura Surfs Her Biggest Wave Ever
From surfing the biggest wave of her life to dunking herself in a freezing pool, it’s all in the day of the life of the big wave surfer from North Devon, Laura Crane.
Diversity in Surfing Survey
Get involved and fill out this survey to encourage a greater understanding of how surfing is viewed.
You Don’t Belong in the Surf
The line-up is becoming a more inclusive space for female surfers, but there’s still some way to go.
Keeping the Stoke: Surfing Over 40
For older surfers, it’s important to embrace the challenges of surfing as we get age.
How to be a Winter Surf Warrior
Get ready for winter surfing and surf more than ever. Here’s some coldwater surf tips.
How Cold Does the Sea Get In Winter?
How cold does it really get? Here’s some of the global coldwater sea temperatures during the winter.
Tips: Dealing with Anxiety in the Sea
Struggling with fear and anxiety in the surf? Surf Confidence Coach Danni Unway suggests techniques which will help you to calm yourself and how to shift your mindset to bring joy to your surfing.
Meet Surf Confidence Coach Danni Unway
Danni Unway is a Surf Confidence Coach, we find out what that means and how it can help you navigate the roller coaster of surfing.
Get Strong to Overcome Fear
From taking the drop, to paddling out in big surf, here’s how being physically and mentally strong will help you control your fear of surfing.
How to Spot a Good Wave
Wave knowledge is king when it comes to surfing, so how can you spot a good one?
Kasey West – Beginner to Intermediate Surfer
Kasey West’s journey on going from beginning to winner in surfing.
Young, Competitive and at the Euro Juniors
15-year-old English surfer Kaja Millward caught up with the English U16 girls as they compete in Portugal.
How to Surf Safely in Crowded Line Ups
Surfing etiquette and how to stay safe in busy surf explained.
Surfing Mistakes & How To Avoid Them
Here we look at the most common surfing mistakes and explain how to fix the problem.
Surfing is for Everyone
Surfing is for all, here’s some organisations offering inclusive surfing programmes.
Emily Grimes: Surfing in the North
We chat all things surfing in Northern England and Emily’s surfing journey.
How to Love Surfing in Winter
Here’s some tips for embracing coldwater surfing with a positive mind this winter.
Laura Enever New Guinness World Record
Laura is the new Guinness World Record holder for the biggest wave ever paddled by a woman.
How to Longboard Like Chloe Calmon
A surfing masterclass from pro Brazilian longboarder Chloe Calmon.
Everything You Need to Know About the CT
As we head to the Finals, from the CT to WQS and how the World Tour works.
How To Get More Energy for Surfing
Lacking energy in the surf? Here’s 10 tips to help you get more energised for surfing.
Which Board To Ride, Long or Short?
Hayley Shaw McGuinness reveals a common dilemma amongst surfers, which board to ride?
Top 10 Tips for Surfing Success
Surfing is a journey, so here’s our Top 10 tips for shredding the waves.
O’Neill’s Women of the Wave Event
O’Neill held their WOTW event in Portugal, we chat to the team and get some surf tips.
How To Be A Surf Goddess with Tehillah
We asked surf coach and fitness guru Tee McGuinness to give us some tips on how to be a surf goddess.
3 Best Workouts for Stamina in the Surf
Stamina enables you to spend more time in the ocean riding waves.

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