SESSION 2
Right of Way
Tips to learn who has the right of way in the lineup:
Furthest out - The surfer furthest out has been waiting the longest
Furthest inside - The surfer closest to the peak of the breaking wave.
First to feet - First surfer to pop up on board.
Communication - Learn to call out "going left" or "going right" on a peaky day.
Don't Snake
One snake can ruin the vibe in the water. Snaking is when a surfer paddles around someone to have the right of way or be closer to the peak.
Again, we all want to catch waves. Wait your turn and keep the Stōke.
Say Sorry
If you do happen to drop in on someone get off the wave immediately and say sorry.
It happens, so have courtesy and respect.
Don't Let Go of Your Board
Invest in a good leash and check it before hitting the water.
Broken leashes happen, but do your best to keep control of your board.
Learn to duck dive and don't let go of your board. If you are longboarding learn to turtle roll. There could be someone behind you and getting hit by a board is no fun.
Letting go of your board is a bad habit, it puts a lot of pressure on your leash and it will eventually break leaving you stranded and have to swim to shore.
