Get into SUP Surfing
Ready to catch your first waves? This pathway takes you from paddling out through the surf to confidently riding and progressing on your SUP. Learn the essential techniques, improve your balance and footwork, understand your equipment, and build the knowledge to surf safely and respectfully. Follow each section in order to develop the skills and confidence needed to enjoy SUP surfing and take the next step in your progression.
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Section 1: Entering the Surf & Catching Your First Waves
Begin your SUP surfing journey by learning how to safely launch through the waves, paddle confidently in the surf and catch your first rides. These essential skills will build the confidence and foundations you'll use every time you head to the beach.
Launching a SUP in waves can be a daunting task if you don't know how. But with a basic understanding of how best to control your board and paddle in...
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Launching a SUP in waves / How to video
Launching a SUP in waves can be a daunting task if you don't know how. But with a basic understanding of how best to control your board and paddle in...
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In this SUPboarder 'How to video' we take a basic look at getting out over waves on a SUP. When you first start getting into surf you will probably find...
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Getting out over waves on a SUP / How to video
In this SUPboarder 'How to video' we take a basic look at getting out over waves on a SUP. When you first start getting into surf you will probably find...
Start LessonRegular or Goofy? 2 words that are frequently used in the surfing world. But do you know what they mean and how they might effect your SUPing? Regular or Goofy...
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Do you SUP regular or goofy? / How to SUP Videos
Regular or Goofy? 2 words that are frequently used in the surfing world. But do you know what they mean and how they might effect your SUPing? Regular or Goofy...
Start LessonTiming your turn and paddling onto a wave is crucial if you want to be catching a wave on a SUP! There’s nothing worse than seeing the best waves pass...
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Catching a wave on a SUP – Timing your turn / How to SUP Videos
Timing your turn and paddling onto a wave is crucial if you want to be catching a wave on a SUP! There’s nothing worse than seeing the best waves pass...
Start LessonWhen it comes to catching your first waves on a SUP there are a few things that can make the whole experience way easier and more fun! In this SUPboarder video...
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Catching your first waves on a SUP / How to video
When it comes to catching your first waves on a SUP there are a few things that can make the whole experience way easier and more fun! In this SUPboarder video...
Start LessonLearning how to paddle in surf stance is a great skill to have. You will catch more waves using it and find that your balance and foot work around the board...
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How to SUP Videos / Surf – ‘Paddling in Surf Stance’
Learning how to paddle in surf stance is a great skill to have. You will catch more waves using it and find that your balance and foot work around the board...
Start LessonSection 2: Building Your Surf Stance & Stability
Develop the stance, footwork and board knowledge needed to ride waves with confidence. Learn how body position, board volume and stability all work together to help you progress as a SUP surfer.
Once you’ve mastered the SUP surfing basics, and managed to successfully catch afew waves in towards the beach then it’s probably time to start thinking about the next stage of...
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The basics to riding along a wave / How to video
Once you’ve mastered the SUP surfing basics, and managed to successfully catch afew waves in towards the beach then it’s probably time to start thinking about the next stage of...
Start LessonIn this new SUPboarder 'How to video' series we are looking at 'Becoming a SUP surfer.' Showing you the best manoeuvres to practice and things to be aware of to...
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Becoming a SUP surfer – Practicing SUP surf stance / How to video
In this new SUPboarder 'How to video' series we are looking at 'Becoming a SUP surfer.' Showing you the best manoeuvres to practice and things to be aware of to...
Start LessonIn this new SUPboarder ‘How to video’ series we are looking at ‘Becoming a SUP surfer’ and showing you the best manoeuvres to practice and things to be aware of...
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Becoming a SUP surfer – Basic foot placement / How to video
In this new SUPboarder ‘How to video’ series we are looking at ‘Becoming a SUP surfer’ and showing you the best manoeuvres to practice and things to be aware of...
Start LessonIf you're unsure what SUP volume is, how it effects your board and how to compare it to your body weight, then this is a simple way to understand about...
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What is SUP volume? / How to video
If you're unsure what SUP volume is, how it effects your board and how to compare it to your body weight, then this is a simple way to understand about...
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Which factors affect SUP board stability? This question was sent to us from a SUPboarder Pro subscriber and its definitely something to consider when looking at buying a new board. There...
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Factors that affect board stability / How to video
Which factors affect SUP board stability? This question was sent to us from a SUPboarder Pro subscriber and its definitely something to consider when looking at buying a new board. There...
Preview LessonSection 3: Essential Surf Skills & Equipment
Expand your understanding of SUP surfing with practical skills and equipment advice. From choosing the right leash and fin position to surfing frontside and backside, these lessons will help you become a more capable and confident surfer.
In this video we talk about the basics of leashes for paddleboarding. A leash is an important part of paddleboarding equipment. There are different types of leashes which should be...
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Leashes for paddleboarding / How to video
In this video we talk about the basics of leashes for paddleboarding. A leash is an important part of paddleboarding equipment. There are different types of leashes which should be...
Start LessonIn this PRO video we look at how to get the most out of your centre fin with the correct placement in the fin box. Whether it's for racing, cruising...
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Centre fin placement for your SUP / How to Video
In this PRO video we look at how to get the most out of your centre fin with the correct placement in the fin box. Whether it's for racing, cruising...
Preview LessonKnowing which way to go on a wave will mean the difference between just catching a wave, and catching a great wave! Go the wrong way and you'll soon end up...
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Which way to go on a wave / How to SUP videos
Knowing which way to go on a wave will mean the difference between just catching a wave, and catching a great wave! Go the wrong way and you'll soon end up...
Start LessonIn this SUPboarder Pro how to video we look at SUP surfing backside. A backside wave is where you surf with the waves towards your back. Many surfers find SUP...
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Tips on SUP surfing backside / How to video
In this SUPboarder Pro how to video we look at SUP surfing backside. A backside wave is where you surf with the waves towards your back. Many surfers find SUP...
Preview LessonIn this SUPboarder PRO, you will learn how to use your paddle on the wave when SUP surfing. It's so common for beginner SUP surfers not to understand what to...
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What To Do With Your Paddle When SUP Surfing
In this SUPboarder PRO, you will learn how to use your paddle on the wave when SUP surfing. It's so common for beginner SUP surfers not to understand what to...
Preview LessonIn this SUPboarder PRO video, Beau dissects the board design features that heavier or larger SUP riders need to know about before buying their next board. If you are a...
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Surf SUP Insight for Heavier Riders
In this SUPboarder PRO video, Beau dissects the board design features that heavier or larger SUP riders need to know about before buying their next board. If you are a...
Preview LessonSection 4: Improving Technique & Surf Etiquette
Refine your surfing by correcting common mistakes, improving your stance and learning your first manoeuvres. You'll also discover the etiquette that keeps everyone safe and makes you a respectful member of the lineup.
In this SUPboarder Pro video, Reuben talks about the common mistakes we have observed over the years, when beginner/ intermediate paddlers are catching waves. So… if you find that you...
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Common Mistakes when catching waves paddleboarding / Beginner & Intermediate SUP Surfers
In this SUPboarder Pro video, Reuben talks about the common mistakes we have observed over the years, when beginner/ intermediate paddlers are catching waves. So… if you find that you...
Preview LessonWhen SUP surfing, your aim should be to get the most out of each wave. And that means not only positioning yourself on the right part of the wave, but...
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Basic SUP surfing manoeuvres / How to SUP videos
When SUP surfing, your aim should be to get the most out of each wave. And that means not only positioning yourself on the right part of the wave, but...
Start LessonWhether you're wanting to paddle smaller boards, or looking for a little more stability when the water gets rough, by adjusting your basic SUP stance you can gain a massive amount...
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SUP stance for better stability / How to Video
Whether you're wanting to paddle smaller boards, or looking for a little more stability when the water gets rough, by adjusting your basic SUP stance you can gain a massive amount...
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Section 5: Fine-Tuning Your Setup
Learn how small equipment changes can make a big difference to your surfing. Explore how different fin setups affect performance and gain a better understanding of the beach breaks you'll be surfing.
In this mini SUPboarder Pro series about fins, we test some theories around fins and show you how fins really do make a difference to your paddling. The first episode...
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Fins Do Make A Difference #1 / Tracking and Speed
In this mini SUPboarder Pro series about fins, we test some theories around fins and show you how fins really do make a difference to your paddling. The first episode...
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In this SUPboarder Pro series about fins, we test some theories around fins and show you how fins really do make a difference to your paddling. In this episode, we...
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Fins Do Make A Difference #3 / 1, 2, 3 or 4 Fins
In this SUPboarder Pro series about fins, we test some theories around fins and show you how fins really do make a difference to your paddling. In this episode, we...
Preview LessonNew boards are expensive, but new fins are not just fancy accessories. Without fins, our boards would be useless and hard to control, so building a quiver of fins in...
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Fins Do Make A Difference #4 / SUP Fins For Different Conditions
New boards are expensive, but new fins are not just fancy accessories. Without fins, our boards would be useless and hard to control, so building a quiver of fins in...
Preview LessonBeach breaks are a great place to find waves to go SUP surfing, for both the first time surfer and the seasoned pro. But do you know why a beach...
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Surfing & understanding beach breaks / How to video
Beach breaks are a great place to find waves to go SUP surfing, for both the first time surfer and the seasoned pro. But do you know why a beach...
Preview LessonSection 6: Choosing the Right Surf SUP
Finish the pathway by exploring the boards, fins and equipment that will support your progression. Whether you're riding an inflatable or a composite SUP, you'll gain the knowledge to choose the right setup for your surfing and get the most from your gear.
Surfing an iSUP (inflatable SUP) is great fun and it's a great way to get into the surfing side of SUP. But there are definitely some things you can do...
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How to SUP Videos / Surfing an iSUP
Surfing an iSUP (inflatable SUP) is great fun and it's a great way to get into the surfing side of SUP. But there are definitely some things you can do...
Start LessonWhen SUP surfing trying out different fins is a great way of changing the feel of your board. In this video SUPboarder looks at how to make a 10'5'' all...
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How to get the most out of your surf SUP with fins
When SUP surfing trying out different fins is a great way of changing the feel of your board. In this video SUPboarder looks at how to make a 10'5'' all...
Start LessonIn this SUPboarder Pro video, we discuss the different fin box types that you find on stand up paddle boards and the pros and cons associated with each type. When...
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SUP Fin Box Types
In this SUPboarder Pro video, we discuss the different fin box types that you find on stand up paddle boards and the pros and cons associated with each type. When...
Preview LessonIn this PRO video, Beau Nixon dissects the differences between inflatable and hard surf SUPs, and why you should be on a hard board to fast track your surfing progression.
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iSUP VS Composite Surf SUPs / What’s The Difference For Beginner Riders?
In this PRO video, Beau Nixon dissects the differences between inflatable and hard surf SUPs, and why you should be on a hard board to fast track your surfing progression.
Preview LessonIn this PRO video, Beau Nixon takes a look at the best beginner surf SUPs on the market and discusses some of the design elements and reasons why these boards...
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Best Surf SUPs For Beginner Riders
In this PRO video, Beau Nixon takes a look at the best beginner surf SUPs on the market and discusses some of the design elements and reasons why these boards...
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SUPboarder Pro members can check out this video where Lucy shares some of her top tips for going SUP surfing.
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Lucy’s Beginner SUP Surfing Tips
SUPboarder Pro members can check out this video where Lucy shares some of her top tips for going SUP surfing.
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