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This 15 minute Pilates for Surf workout will fire up your surfing muscles and lubricate your spine improving your paddling, pop-up and balance whilst in the waves. The nature of these movements will also help prevent common aches and pains associated with surfing. Unlike yoga and fitness classes the benefits of Pilates largely come from the execution of the move (rather then creating the shape). So, lets take a deep dive into your body, and learn to move with control and precision.

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:

Try this 25 minute Pilates Power Flow with Dani. Pilates is great for surfing because it helps build core strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance.

With the right gear, this is the perfect time to get back in the ocean and surf!

This spring, SURF! opens at National Maritime Museum Cornwall - a major new exhibition exploring the history and cultural impact of surfing in Cornwall.