Core Skills

Master the fundamental techniques that form the foundation of modern surfing.

Guides in this section

  • Wave Riding

    Learn to feel and read waves. Stay in the pocket, find steeper sections, and use cutbacks to maintain position.

  • Angling Down the Line

    Master the art of angling down the line — from longboard push/pull to shortboard control, and flow with the wave’s energy.

  • The Cobra Pose

    Master the cobra pose for precise longboard control — prevent pearling while maintaining speed and angle.

  • Cutbacks

    Master the cutback to stay in the pocket and maintain position on the wave.

  • Avoiding Pearling

    Learn to prevent nose-diving when catching waves. Master positioning, speed, and control to stay on top of the wave.

  • The Pop-Up

    Master the fundamental pop-up technique — from lying to standing on your board.

  • Small‑Wave Strategy

    coming soon

  • Trimming and Speed

    coming soon

  • Whitewater Control

    coming soon