If you've been trying to master sharper turns on your longboard or are looking for ways to feel like you have more control of how your board turns, this tutorial is for you! Surf Coach Anne runs through a simple technique to help you pivot your longboard over the fin.

Surf Coach Beany dives into everything you need in order to successfully noseride. From the best type of longboard and what the perfect wave looks like, to how to position your body on the board as you cross step to be able to make it all the way to the nose, you'll learn it all!

Surf Coach Beany runs through 3 different scenarios in which you can set yourself up for a great noseride! Each of these 3 techniques depend on what the wave is doing/how it is breaking. Beany will help you identify what to do when the wave is standing up nice and tall right from the takeoff vers...

An easy kinesthetic breathing exercise to calm your nerves before you paddle out with SWA Surf Coach Ally.

Think shortboards are the best boards out there? If so, and your goal is to go as short as possible, let's discuss why. Join Holly to consider alternatives, and learn how to step down slowly and smoothly if going shorter is your goal.

Curious about how surfboards work? Watch Holly break down the details (there’s a lot!) including bottom contour, rail shape, tail design, size, volume, and more. If you’re wondering how to choose the right board for you, this is a good place to start.

Struggling with top turns? Holly shares troubleshooting tips for completing the crucial second half of a top turn on any board type—shortboard, fish, mid-length, or longboard.

The cheater 5 can be a stylish maneuver for advanced longboarders, a silly move for shortboards and mid-lengths, or a transition to learning how to hang 5 for progressing longboarders. No matter the category, learn it today to elevate your skills.

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).

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.