Introducing kids to the world of surfing is an exiting adventure. The safest way to do that is by going straight to the professionals. Let the Surf School do what they do the best – teach you child surfing from the scratch! In this article, I will explore the most important things to know before your child’s first surfing lesson and explain how it looks like. On the other hand if you are in Tenerife then don’t wait no more and contact us – Rocky Point Surf School in Las Americas and we will get the job done!
Before the first surfing lesson
Let’s start from the beginning. Surfing lessons provide an opportunity for children to connect with nature, develop physical skills, and embrace the thrill of riding ocean waves. But before your child’s adventure with surfing get started it’s essential to get them prepared for what’s coming.
1. What type to choose?
Surfing is an open water sport. It means every day looks different and every lesson can look entirely different. Mother Nature is unpredictable and to assure the best conditions and the highest standard of safety for every child in our Surf School we provide private surfing lessons for our youngest students. Remember, if you are in Tenerife you can book the lesson with us!
Private Surfing Lesson
2. Get Familiar with the Ocean
Before hitting the waves it’s crucial for every kid to get basic understanding of the ocean and that it’s Mother Nature and can be unpredictable. Teach them about waves, creatures that lives there, currents and different types of backgrounds they can find over there. Encourage them to respect the power of the ocean and to be aware of potential hazards.
3. Importance of Swimming Skills
Surfing requires strong swimming abilities. It’s essential for your child to be familiar with the skill, so before arranging the first surf lesson make sure your kid is a confident swimmer. If you feel they need an extra help, before going to a Surf School, sign them up in swimming classes. It will allow your children to develop their skills, such us diving and swimming in an open water. I can promise you, strong swimming skills will enhance their safety and enjoyment during the lesson. Also you will feel more relax knowing your child is a good swimmer.
On the first surfing lesson
I don’t know about the others but here I will explain how the first surfing lesson looks with our Surf School. What I can say that if you choose to go with professionals they will do their best job!
1. What to bring with you
In our blog we have a special article on How to prepare for Surfing. There you can find the full list of what to bring with you (doesn’t matter if it’s your child first surfing lesson or it’s you who decided to try surfing). – CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
2. How does the surfing lesson looks like?
Every surf lesson is 2h long and it includes the necessary equipment such us surfboard, leash, wetsuit and reef boots, also the insurance in case of any accident. The lesson consists of two parts: theory and practice.
1. Theory
Theoretical part of surfing lesson is important for for understanding the basics of the sport but also for both – the instructor and the child to break the first ice. If you child is shy this is the time to get to know each other and make a bound with the instructor. It will be very important for the time in the water, where the student has to listen to the instructor. After breaking the boundaries there is the time for explanation of the most important parts: pop up, posture and safety rules in the water and unwritten surfing etiquette.
As we all know the most important for children is to have fun and enjoy the lesson to the fullest! That’s why our theory part is always adapted to the age and personality of our little students to make the experience even more fun.
2. Practice in the water
After theory it’s time for the real fun to begin! Time in the water is what everyone is looking for the most. Here the same, we adapt the experience to necessities of your child. With the youngest we always go on the same board. This special technique allows us to have a full control of what is happening and teach kids in the best way possible. The practice in the water is more less 1.5h but if your child decide it’s too long there is no problem in going out of the water before the time or making a little break on the coast.
After the first surfing lesson
Surfing can be challenging, even for kids. Teach your child the value of patience and perseverance. Let them know that falling and failing are part of the learning process, and encourage them to keep trying and have fun. Surfing is a sport that requires practice and determination, and every wave they catch is a small victory. If they enjoyed the lesson you can sign them up for more! Consider buy a package of 3, 5 or more surf lessons. Like that you can get a better price and save some money.
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