Surfing: A Beginner's Guide has been the go-to surf book for beginners
since 1996. This third edition, now with the endorsement of Surfing
England, takes you through all the vital steps to become a surfer: you
will learn where to surf, when to surf and how to surf safely.You will
learn the foundations such as choosing the correct equipment, which is
essential to make any progress as a beginner; pre-surf preparation,
including getting fit with tips and advice; and your first surfer steps
on the beach and in the ocean. All these stages lead up to you catching
your very first wave and the surfing bug. The sea is renowned for its
beauty, but infamous for its dangers. Alf provides you with transferable
skills to safely enjoy your new hobby. Safety features heavily in the
book, and you will learn all the basic common-sense aspects of surfing
that even the most experienced surfer forgets.