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. 🌊✨
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.
Ready to plan your next surf trip? We’ve compiled the 25 best beginner surf spots for 2025, based on real recommendations from the Girls Who Can’t Surf Good community—covering everything from mellow beach breaks to the best surf towns worldwide.
