STAR FISH

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: EASIEST

The majority of surfing done as a beginner is in shallow water, which is great for staying safe and catching lots of waves, however shallow water makes it easier to hit the bottom when you fall/dismount which can lead to injury.

This is where the Star Fish technique comes in.

A controlled fall with maximum surface area exposure to cushion impacts in shallower water.

BREAKING IT DOWN

When your ride is about to finish, open your arms and spread them wide.
Shift your weight towards the back of the board.
As you begin to fall backwards allow your body to relax.
Fall into the water with as much surface area exposure as you can to reduce water penetration.

*Note: Don't do this technique when the water is below knee deep.

WRAPPING IT UP

You'll likely do a version of this fall already, as it's an automatic response for most.

However, having a good understanding of how to do it right will keep you injury free moving forward - so it's worth spending a few minutes understanding how it's done.

STAR FISH

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BEGINNER

THE START OF SOMETHING NEW...

GOTTA HAVE POP!

SPEED

TURNING

THE SUBTLE ART OF NEGOTIATING WAVES

PADDLING

BOARD DISMOUNT

BOARD MANAGEMENT

CATCHING WHITEWATER WAVES

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