By the Academy of Surfing Instructors

Are you ready to learn to surf at the intermediate level? Do you want to take the next step up from learning to surf at the beginners level and do some more exciting moves?

This is the only learn to surf book at the intermediate level. It has lots of colour photos from surf spots around the world and all the information and tips you need to start thinking and acting like a surfer and understanding the surf lingo.

With this learn to surf manual, you can improve your surfing knowledge and skill without frustration and carve up those small to medium sized waves.

Learn how to:

• identify the 4 easy steps to duck-diving under waves
• use the surf conditions and rips to get you past breaking waves
• identify the best take-off point to easily catch waves 
• identify ideal surf conditions for the intermediate surfer
• perform intermediate level manoeuvres - top turn, bottom turn, re-entry, cut-back
• identify which manoeuvre to perform based on wave form
• draw a line
• be on the inside section
• link manoeuvres with skill and ease
• and lots more ....

   
Plus you'll learn about the intermediate level surf environment and surf safety:

• different types of wave form and conditions
• what a left and right is
• read the tides and waves
• the difference between a point break and a reef break
• why feathering waves are good
• what it means when a wave is walling up
• how to abort take-offs safely
• using surf safety around other surfers/swimmers
• and lots more ....

 
Plus you'll learn about intermediate level surfing equipment and clothing:

• identify how board types/styles can improve your surfing
• choose a loose or tight board 
• choose a fiberglass surfboard for your body type, style and ability 
• surf clothing and accessories used at the intermediate level 
• and lots more ....

Full colour. 134 pages.