Is it gross—or just practical? We break down the pros, cons, myths, and etiquette of peeing in your wetsuit, with community tips from real surfers.
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Welcome to our surf culture for beginners archive—where we dive into the weird, wonderful, and wavey world of surfing beyond just the ride.
Surf Culture for Beginners
Explore articles and insights on surf culture tailored for beginners, covering everything from etiquette to history.
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Inessa started surfing just one month before her 50th birthday—mostly out of COVID boredom, despite a lifelong fear of waves. It wasn’t love at first sight; for two years, she constantly pearled and struggled with countless wipeouts. But slowly, surfing became her therapy, meditation, and greatest personal challenge, opening a whole new world she never imagined possible at midlife. Today, at 54, Inessa surfs nearly every day, has helped build a global community for women surfers over 50, and is proving it’s never too late to find your wave.
Meet the Olo—the massive, finless surfboard of Hawaiian royalty. Carved from wiliwili wood, blessed with sacred rituals, and sometimes requiring a human sacrifice (not for surfing, don’t worry), this board is a time capsule of ancient surfing. Imagine hauling a 200-pound tree trunk to the lineup—no carrying straps! Before foamies, fiberglass, or even fins, the Olo ruled the waves. Here’s how it shaped the history of surfing.
A poo stance is not the style you’re aiming for. Knees bent too much, feet too wide, bum too low—basically, you look like you’re about to go. The fix? Relax your stance. Engage your core. Your surfing (and dignity) will thank you.
Once upon a time in Malibu, a girl stood on a bluff, watching surfers at First Point—dreaming of paddling out but unsure where to start. Fast forward, and The Wipeout Weekly was born: a love letter to surfing, designed to help beginners gain confidence, understand surf culture, and have fun in the lineup. Powered by Girls Who Can’t Surf Good, it’s here to bridge the gap between beginners and experienced surfers—no gatekeeping, no ridiculous jargon, just real talk about surfing. ✨
Sharks? Flying surfboards? Total pop-up failure? What’s the worst thing that can happen while surfing? Spoiler: It’s not what you think. From lineup drama to unexpected wipeouts, this episode breaks down surfing’s real nightmares—and why they’re probably not as bad as you think.
What started as a struggle to pop up on a board turned into a global community for beginner surfers. Girls Who Can’t Surf Good has grown from a local meetup to 74,000+ women worldwide, proving that surfing is for everyone—no matter how long it takes to stand up.
Every surfer hits a rough patch where nothing seems to go right—welcome to the surf funk. But don’t quit just yet! This guide dives into why it happens and how to reset, refocus, and get back to having fun in the waves.
Surfing has been part of Kyla Peterson’s life since before she could walk. As the co-owner of Surfin Fire Surf School in Oceanside, CA, she’s passionate about helping female surfers gain confidence, progress faster, and find their flow in the lineup. From collaborating with top shapers to pushing her own limits in bigger surf, Kyla shares her journey, coaching philosophy, and upcoming surf retreats. Join her mission to build a stronger women’s surf community—one wave at a time.
Growing up as one of the few Asian kids in her Santa Barbara neighborhood, Toyo took an unexpected path—from flight attendant to surfer at 46. Her journey led to the creation of the Salt Water Divas, a community for women embracing the joy of surfing, friendship, and new beginnings.
