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If the sea has gone flat like now,…. and you are a surf desperado waiting for waves, like us,……., there are a few other activities you can do to keep your body and mind surf-ready.

  1. Book a surf holiday! There is nothing like knowing you are off to warm seas in good company to surf to lift the spirits! Come with us in September to France and enjoy our surf camp. Meet new friends, improve your surfing skills, and visit the most beautiful area of South West France. Or join us in Morocco for an Arabian adventure in February next year. See www.westcoastsurfari.com for more surf holiday details.
  2. Paddle about. Keep your arms and shoulders ‘paddle fit’ by getting on your board and paddling about in the sea. Try a sheltered beach on a flat day to explore rock pools and little costal coves.
  3. Get strength training. Get down your local gym and ask your friendly local gym instructor to show you excercises to strengten your paddling muscles. The stronger you are the better you’ll surf.
  4. Stretch and relax. Try not to get stresssed by the lack of surf and instead take some time to do some yoga moves. Yoga helps you relax, and the combination of deep breathing and muscle stretching is excellent for your body and mind. Many of the stretches are great for opening up the joints, and mimic the poses you use surfing. Any good yoga book will show you how. Or try a local class with a qualified instructor if you’ve not done it before.

AND ………Keep an eye on the ball and check Windguru and MSW for the next possible wave. It will come!!!