Lie flat on your board and reach long in front of the nose. As you start paddling, pull your biceps close to your rails.

The culture of surfing is awash in environmentalism. It has soul, it’s connected to the natural rhythms of the earth, it has icons like Jack Johnson singing about reducing and reusing. Beneath the ...

The long, slopey, sand-bottom wave tucked south of Steamer Lane is one of Santa Cruz’s most popular locales. It’s a large ...

The world discovered modern surfing through Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, a Honolulu native who became an Olympic medalist swimmer at age 21. It was 1912. Duke's good looks, graceful style and unusual hobby ...

Surfing has given me many unforgettable years of fun, health and recreation. After teaching beginning surfers for more than 20 years, I’ve seen the long list of obstacles that they have to overcome in ...

Surf's always up on Long Island. From Montauk to Rockaway, from winter to summer, from beginners to experts, a wave is waiting to be caught. First you have to learn to get to your feet on a surfboard ...

Swim out past the breakers. Find tranquility and excitement, all at once. "It's the most healing, therapeutic sport there is," says surfing instructor Becky Burt. "It's not about being the best. It's ...

This video breaks down how to learn surf airs using real POV footage and skate-based simulation drills. You’ll see exactly ...

Five of the best places to learn how to surf all have some important characteristics in common. Surf’s up! If you think it’s too late to learn to surf, think again. A quick trip to any of these spots ...

Where can I take surf lessons in Maui? Surf lessons are available all over the island, but some of the best places for beginners are Ka'anapali Beach in Lahaina or Kalama Park in Kihei. Ka'anapali ...