Surf Tips for Beginners

A few popular spots to ride the waves would be near the Florida, California and Hawaiian coasts.  The amazing weather and tropical climate of these areas is at times, impossible to resist. 
If you are getting on the board for the very first time, there are a few things that need to be considered.  It would not hurt to have some knowledge about the sport and understand a few common facts.  Getting out in the water can be exhilarating, but dangerous and should never be taken lightly.    Balance is essential when attempting this sport.  It is very important to understand where your balance point is on the board.  The reason for this is because without it, it would be impossible to stay afloat.  A magic marker can be used to mark where your center of gravity lies on the board.  
The marked spot may change because of pearling.  This is a common term used to describe when the nose digs into the water and the mark is moved an inch.  This is why a magic marker would be best, which can easily be erased and put in a different, more accurate area.  
Another common term that is important to understand would be “corking.”  The word is used when an individual is putting too much weight on the rear of the board.  This happens often with beginners as they attempt to master the balance issue.  
To prevent corking, the individual must move an inch up the board each time they struggle with the center of balance.  Do not attempt to ride any waves until the board feels well centered and fairly safe.  The crawl stroke should be used when paddling in the water.  This move consists of moving the arms alternatively and at the same speed.  This will keep the surfer moving at a steady speed that is comfortable.  
Many people enjoy sitting in the water to relax from riding the waves.  This is often learned with practice and typically not mastered in one attempt.  Sitting upright is more challenging than lying down and paddling.   The basics of mastering this sport will not be achieved without a basic understanding of standing on the water.  
Standing is much harder than lying on the board or sitting on it in a still position.  It is very important to take your time when getting to your feet.  This should be learned on a bed or in the sand. 
The slower the individual stands up, the better.  When learning how to do this, always keep low to prevent falling.  Practicing the standing position should be done repetitively for hours to understand it.  When practicing the standing position, it would be best for a friend or family member to critique the individual for learning purposes.  
When learning how to surf, safety should be the first information learned.  Life is very precious and can end in an instant.  The waves can be extremely deadly and large.  If the basics of this sport are not learned, along with the safety rules, life could be threatened.  
Beginners should always wear a leash around their ankle that is also attached to the board.  This is because many beginners lose their board if they do not do this.  The water will often steal the board if not closely monitored.  A safety nose guard should always be attached to the board for beginners to prevent any harm or dangerous impact.  
Beginners should also go with a friend or family member.  The reason for this is because being alone and new to the sport can be very dangerous.  If something life threatening happened and the individual were alone, they would not be able to call for help.  Even those who have mastered this sport typically bring someone with them for safety reasons.  
There are many insightful tips for beginners who plan on learning how to surf.  Many people have enjoyable, first time experiences because they learned a few basic facts before they went out on the water.  This is a great way to relax and enjoy a good thrill while you are on vacation.