Entry level course for those people wanting to learn to surf.
Everything you need to know is in ASI's Learn to Surf for Beginners manual or DVD.
Test your surfing knowledge and see what you score!. Beginner Quiz
Help improve your surfing. Find an accredited surfing school. Learn from the best, always choose ASI.
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Trim along on broken or peeling waves up to 1 ½ feet (½ metre)
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Sandy beach, with even gradient, free from rocks and rips/sweeps, white water / peeling waves up to 1½ feet (½ metre), wind less than 20 kph, water depth of chest deep or less
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| Level 2 |
Identify the types of waves suitable for surfing Apply personal surfing safety techniques Identify surfing hazards Choose a safe surfing location Identify suitable weather conditions for surfing Choose a safe place to enter the water Negotiate small waves using a variety of techniques Paddle the board in trim Turn the surfboard in a sitting position Identify ways to get off the surfboard safely Wipe-out safely Determine your leading foot Demonstrate correct stance Identify common mistakes beginners make Apply surf safety when selecting waves to catch Catch and ride a wave
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Angle across the wave Trim along on a wave How to turn on a wave The dropping in rule Snaking Give-way rule Apply good surfing ethics Types and parts of the board Choosing a beginners surfboard Waxing, caring, carrying and storing your board Identify types of wetsuits and surf clothing and when you would wear these How to look after the surfing environment
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Help improve your surfing. Find an accredited surfing school. Learn from the best, always choose ASI.
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