On a shortboard, you need to sit at the peak, but on a longboard, you can get away with taking off further on the shoulder. That said, you might want to position closer to the breaking part of the wave to boost your speed and maneuvers. Shelly explains how to use the "faded takeoff" for this kind...

Join Holly as she walks us through what we should (and should not) be doing with our arms when riding a longboard. Learn how your arms can be used for balance, making maneuvers easier, and of course, self-expression.

Shelly is one of our favorite surf instructors. She hails from the gorgeous right point breaks of the Sunshine Coast, Australia where she picked up a relaxed, cruisey style. We asked her to explain how she does one of her signature moves and she was happy to talk us through the cross-step re-dire...

Learn how to generate your own speed, so you aren’t at the mercy of the wave’s quality. Learn how to find that speed, even in soft, mushy waves! This sets you up for starting bigger, better turns. Holly shows you how to pump your surfboard – whether shortboard, mid-length, or longboard. Let’s go!

Holly and shaper Christy Carr compare two general longboard shapes, highlighting their unique features and designs. If you're wondering whether you should be riding a "log" shape vs a "high performance" shape, this video is for you!

Join Holly and shaper Christy Carr as they explore the differences in feel and performance between longboards with single fins and those with side bites. Discover which setup suits your surfing style!

Holly explores the differences between surfing a surfboard with four fins (quad) versus a surfboard with three fins (thruster).

If you haven't already, checkout our All About Fins video which details how and why fins work as well as when you might need one fin setup over another. https://online....

Ever wondered what surfboards are made of? ALL surfboards are fiber glass, but there are different types of foam. Learn the differences between Epoxy VS PU surfboards and explore the epoxy bias with Holly.

So what is an asymmetrical surfboard and how in the world do they work? What is it like to ride an asymmetrical board and why would you even ride one? Holly's here to break it all down for you.

If you’re curious about longboard fin size and placement, watch Holly and Christy discuss options and essential rules of thumb to optimize your ride.

Not quite longboard, not quite shortboard—discover the mid-length! Holly and Christy explore what mid-lengths are, how they perform, fin setups, and help you choose the right one.

Anne shares her passion for mid-lengths! Discover why she loves them, when is the right opportunity to ride them, and get tips on navigating sections, executing cutbacks, and paddling out.

Holly reveals essential techniques for optimizing your arm movements while shortboarding. Discover techniques for backside turns, frontside turns, getting barreled, and avoiding common mistakes.

Foot placement is key on all surfboards, but the shorter the board, the more crucial. Holly explains where you should have your back foot for maximum control when doing turns on a shortboard.

Looking to ride out more turns? Holly shares her top advice for shortboarders on landing turns smoothly and effectively.

Getting tubed requires you to take off steep and deep. This video talks you through the techniques you'll need to achieve that, plus troubleshooting tips to refine your skills.

Learn how to get barreled backside with Holly in this quick video. Discover the techniques to master the “pig dog" and get barreled like a pro!

Tube riding is probably one of the most sought after goals in surfing. It's not easy but it's oh-so-worth-it. Holly (with special guest Charlie) shares insights from an advanced tube retreat in Nicaragua. She highlights how to pop up in hollow waves and offers tips on how to train at home for suc...

Holly breaks down the differences between step-up, standard shortboards, and step-down boards. Learn when and why each type might be the best choice for your surf session.

Ready for a challenge? Holly introduces her finless quiver, explains the differences between boards, and shows why learning to surf a finless board will improve your full rail turns and cutbacks.

SWA Surf Coach Chloe shares her story of learning how to make the drop, pull in, and eventually make it out of the barrel. She shares 3 tips that helped her achieve her barrel-riding goals along the way- how to visualize it, how to lean on your community, and what to do with your arms to help gui...

Learn how to insert and remove removable fins on your shortboard with this quick guide.

Discover what defines a fish surfboard, how it works, and when it’s best to ride one.

Holly and shaper Christy Carr compare three different shortboards, exploring how subtle design adjustments impact your surfing experience. Learn how each board’s features can change your ride.