First step in tube riding is knowing the wave is going to tube... . . . #surfcheck #wavesfordays #montauk #surftraining #ditchplains #waveshare #surf #onlylove #positivevibes #surfingsaves #watveschangeallday #surfforever #weallshortboard #wealllongboard #dribblehunters #surfstoked #wisemanchecksbuoy #surfing #travel #nature #ocean #sports #explore #immerse #surf

Never ending quest for more . . . #surfcheck #wavesfordays #montauk #surftraining #ditchplains #waveshare #surf #onlylove #positivevibes #surfingsaves #watveschangeallday #surfforever #weallshortboard #wealllongboard #dribblehunters #surfstoked #wisemanchecksbuoy #surfing #travel #nature #ocean #sports #explore #immerse #surf

What a day! Thanks Teddy! . . . #hurricaneteddy #surfcheck #wavesfordays #montauk #surftraining #ditchplains #waveshare #surf #onlylove #positivevibes #surfingsaves #watveschangeallday #surfforever #weallshortboard #wealllongboard #dribblehunters #surfstoked #wisemanchecksbuoy #surfing #travel #nature #ocean #sports #explore #immerse #surf

Tropical action is upon us, practice extreme caution in strong surf, always use your best judgment and don’t surf waves above your skill level #please and #thankyou :) . . . #hurricanepaulette #surfcheck #wavesfordays #montauk #surftraining #ditchplains #waveshare #surf #onlylove #positivevibes #surfingsaves #watveschangeallday #surfforever #weallshortboard #wealllongboard #dribblehunters #surfstoked #wisemanchecksbuoy #surfing #travel #nature #ocean #sports #explore #immerse #surf

Advanced paddling techniques :) enjoy 😉 The real key is using energy effectively. The more efficient you are paddling and catching waves, the more energy you will have saved for paddling faster or extending your surf time. Best way to paddle faster is to practice perfect technique, train hard and become stronger. Perfect technique includes proper positioning, engaging the core, keeping legs together, and generating long, deep, powerful strokes. But besides perfect technique and getting stronger, practicing good pace will help you save energy and extend your energy to surf longer. Practicing good pace is the concept of paddling at different speeds in order to maximize efficiency. Paddle slowly most of the time and paddle fast only when necessary. Navigating the impact zone successfully is another good way to save energy. Anticipating routes in order to avoid incoming waves in the impact zone will help you save energy. There are also breathing techniques to help you save energy. You can learn how to control your breathing to give you better paddle speed in order to catch waves and go through whitewater more efficiently. Practice taking in a deep breath and holding it during your last few strokes before catching a wave. . . . #surfcheck #wavesfordays #montauk #surftraining #ditchplains #waveshare #surf #onlylove #positivevibes #surfingsaves #watveschangeallday #surfforever #weallshortboard #wealllongboard #dribblehunters #surfstoked #wisemanchecksbuoy #surfing #travel #nature #ocean #sports #explore #immerse #surf

Knowing the characteristics of the major types of surf breaks will help you learn and understand each new surf spot you encounter. There are 3 major types of surf breaks: reef breaks, point breaks, and beach breaks. Reef breaks are characterized by waves that break over a shallow rock or reef structure. Point breaks are characterized by waves that break along the shoreline instead of straight in. Beach breaks are characterized by waves breaking straight in over a sandbar. . . . #surfcheck #wavesfordays #montauk #surftraining #nihi #waveshare #surf #onlylove #positivevibes #surfingsaves #watveschangeallday #surfforever #weallshortboard #wealllongboard #dribblehunters #surfstoked #wisemanchecksbuoy #surfing #travel #nature #ocean #sports #explore #immerse #surf

Deciding on the right beginner surf break... Once you find the waves, be very observant and check out the surf scene. Do the waves look big or small? Can you tell if there are beginners surfing? Or just advanced surfers? Look for a few surfers that look approachable enough to go talk to. Be friendly and try to get a good feeling about the overall surf vibe at that beach. Ask your new surfer friends where the best spot to learn is. The friendliness of the other surfers will be big factor in how easy it will be to learn there. Go to the surf spots that are known as being ok for beginners. If you can’t find any local surfers that look approachable, go into a local surf shop and see if they will answer your questions. . . . #surfcheck #wavesfordays #montauk #surftraining #waveshare #surf #onlylove #positivevibes #surfingsaves #watveschangeallday #surfforever #weallshortboard #wealllongboard #dribblehunters #surfstoked #wisemanchecksbuoy #surfing #travel #nature #ocean #sports #explore #immerse #surf

There are my ❤️ loves 😊 happy birthday mama @listentokristin

Pray for surf... . . . @childsphotos #surfcheck #wavesfordays #montauk #surftraining #waveshare #surf #onlylove #positivevibes #surfingsaves #watveschangeallday #surfforever #weallshortboard #wealllongboard #dribblehunters #surfstoked #wisemanchecksbuoy #surfing #travel #nature #ocean #sports #explore #immerse #surf

Getting the help of a qualified surf instructor to lead you through the beginning stages is highly recommended. Surf knowledge like wave judgment, surf etiquette and strategizing before a session are abilities that can be passed on from teacher to student much more easily than learning through trial and error. Fundamental skills and techniques need to be performed correctly in order to maximize productivity. Developing bad habits in the beginning will reduce your ability to progress, and a skilled surf instructor will not allow bad habits to continue. . . . #surfcheck #wavesfordays #montauk #surftraining #waveshare #surf #onlylove #positivevibes #surfingsaves #watveschangeallday #surfforever #weallshortboard #wealllongboard #dribblehunters #surfstoked #wisemanchecksbuoy #surfing #travel #nature #ocean #sports #explore #immerse #surf

Wave judgment from the beach: When you get to a new surf break, you can look for other surfers to help you determine wave size and strength. You can get a better idea of how difficult the waves are by watching others attempt to go through them. When you see someone riding, you can better understand how big the waves are. Pay attention to whether the other surfers are riding longboards or shortboards. This will give you a good clue as to how powerful the waves are. There will be plenty of times when the waves look fine from the beach, but once you get out there, it’s way bigger than you thought it was. If you’re a beginner, try to avoid those situations. . . . #surfcheck #wavesfordays #sandiego #montauk #surftraining #waveshare #surf #onlylove #positivevibes #surfingsaves #watveschangeallday #surfforever #weallshortboard #wealllongboard #dribblehunters #surfstoked #wisemanchecksbuoy #surfing #travel #nature #ocean #sports #explore #immerse #surf

Ultimately the responsibility lies with the surfer not to hit anyone but when paddling out it is the paddlers responsibility to stay out of the way as best as possible. Mistakes happen and unexpected waves come in, but always do your best to stay aware. Understanding the surf zone, reading incoming waves, understanding where other surfers want to go, and having the ability to effectively get through waves are some of the best methods to keep from getting in the way of other surfers. Stay aware! . . . @childsphotos #surfcheck #wavesfordays #montauk #surftraining #waveshare #surf #onlylove #positivevibes #surfingsaves #watveschangeallday #surfforever #weallshortboard #wealllongboard #dribblehunters #surfstoked #wisemanchecksbuoy #surfing #travel #nature #ocean #sports #explore #immerse #surf