Paddling is one of the most fundamental skills in surfing and can often be the difference between a fast or slow learning curve. Catching more waves = surfing more = faster improvement. Whether you’re a beginner looking to improve your surf technique or an experienced surfer wanting to refine your skills, understanding correct paddle technique and paddle training is essential to your success in the water.
Elin has travelled to coaching camps with Justin West Coaching in Ericeira a number of times. She is a young up and coming surfer from the great surfing nation of the Netherlands.
Surf video coaching started for me 20 years ago on a terrible video camera left running on the beach whilst I snagged a few waves.
I used to envy surf athletes abilities that I coached, but have since grown to accept that my place is now to help others meet their surfing goals and as a surf coach I find much greater satisfaction.
Surf training is essential to maximise a surf trip adventure, prevent injuries and longevity.
JWC shares a training day, 47 days before the JWC surf coaching adventure to the Maldives Southern Atolls March 2022.
Join us in the Maldives and be inspired to make 47 days of surf training with the crew.
What do you think? Is movement key to everything in life?
There has been many discussions and comments on physical training for surfing and its effectiveness, as a surf coach and physical trainer of military groups I thought I would add my opinion to the mix.
The Maldives is a bucket list, Christmas list and must return list destination. I have visited this surfing Mecca so often but I still can recall every wave, every spot, every face I shared a surf trip with, memories worth keeping.