How to avoid getting hurt while surfing
Surf safety tips -- Steve Sorensen Surfing is one of the most fun water-based activities people can try out on certain beaches. However, it’s not as easy as riding a bicycle. It takes a bit of coordination, balance, and timing to get started in surfing. Luckily, if one falls, it’s just water. However, there’s a reason why a lot of people get hurt while surfing. For those who are planning to learn to surf, here are some tips to help avoid getting hurt while surfing. Steve Sorensen . Find a good spot : If studying with an instructor, go to a spot where there are few people. This lessens the chances of hitting other surfers and vice versa. It can also you’re the student focus more on surfing compared to always being wary of other surfers in their vicinity. Steve Sorensen. Jump off to the side : If a student finds themselves off-balance, jump to the side. If jumping to the back, the surfboard could pull on the leash violently and hurt one’s ankle. And if one jumps forward, the boar...