How To Surf | Positioning To Catch & Surf More Waves EVERY TIME

In this video Kale teaches you how to position yourself in the ocean so that you can catch more waves in the surf. Positioning is something very difficult to teach because, in reality, it requires hours of time in the water analysing waves and learning about their habits and patterns. That being said though, we think we’ve done a fine job of getting you started on this journey or speeding up your progress at the very least. There are two major factors when it comes to analysing waves and positioning yourself accordingly in the surfing lineup. 1: the specific wave itself you want to catch AND 2: the spot you are surfing (the conditions on the day essentially). This is the most detailed guide on positioning in the surf that you'll find on the internet and we're proud to be sharing it with you. If you'd like to come and learn more from myself & Ryan personally, we encourage you to come to our surf retreat this year at Whale Beach in Sydney; Sydney's most uncrowded and pristine beach. You can learn more here https://kalebrock.com.au/howtorip/ You can also follow me on Instagram for the announcement https://www.instagram.com/kalesbroccoli/ We also have a Patreon page - we'd love your support! https://www.patreon.com/howtorip Ryan and Kale surf a JR Surfboards Wraptor in Tri Flex technology, see more at; JRSURFBOARDS.COM.AU Mention HOW TO RIP for 25% OFF all accessories when you purchase a Surfboard! Ryan and Kale practice their surfing technique on a SmoothStar, get yours at; SmoothStar.com.au Mention HOW TO RIP for a FREE GIFT with your next SmoothStar purchase!

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In this video Kale teaches you how to position yourself in the ocean so that you can catch more waves in the surf. Positioning is something very difficult to teach because, in reality, it requires hours of time in the water analysing waves and learning about their habits and patterns. That being said though, we think we’ve done a fine job of getting you started on this journey or speeding up your progress at the very least. There are two major factors when it comes to analysing waves and positioning yourself accordingly in the surfing lineup. 1: the specific wave itself you want to catch AND 2: the spot you are surfing (the conditions on the day essentially). This is the most detailed guide on positioning in the surf that you'll find on the internet and we're proud to be sharing it with you. If you'd like to come and learn more from myself & Ryan personally, we encourage you to come to our surf retreat this year at Whale Beach in Sydney; Sydney's most uncrowded and pristine beach. You can learn more here https://kalebrock.com.au/howtorip/ You can also follow me on Instagram for the announcement https://www.instagram.com/kalesbroccoli/ We also have a Patreon page - we'd love your support! https://www.patreon.com/howtorip Ryan and Kale surf a JR Surfboards Wraptor in Tri Flex technology, see more at; JRSURFBOARDS.COM.AU Mention HOW TO RIP for 25% OFF all accessories when you purchase a Surfboard! Ryan and Kale practice their surfing technique on a SmoothStar, get yours at; SmoothStar.com.au Mention HOW TO RIP for a FREE GIFT with your next SmoothStar purchase!

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for How To Surf | Positioning To Catch & Surf More Waves EVERY TIME

Kohei Matsuda
Kohei Matsuda - 5 years ago
Point break is much better to catch waves but beach break can be harder.
Even if you sit in breaking point, waves might close out.
Local shaper who living in northern beaches catches waves much more than others including myself.
He sit in bit close to the beach and aiming to catch smaller waves which have more space to turn.
Besides he can manage board choices and building for types of waves.
Paddling techniques are definitely necessary I guess.
Katie DeVito
Katie DeVito - 5 years ago
this video changed my life. this is all the information I needed and was missing but didn't even know how to ask for, thanks for this!
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
Thanks Katie :)
Kale
Genesis Santos
Genesis Santos - 5 years ago
just started watching your videos! i started surfing about 6 months ago, and a lot of your tips have helped me!
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
Awesome :)
Tony Detroit
Tony Detroit - 5 years ago
I'm a beginning surfer who has trouble catching waves. I got nothing practical out of this.
Tony Detroit
Tony Detroit - 5 years ago
+How to Rip Yes, I am "struggling" in the sense I'm trying hard, but have a way to go. Exactly the audience, I had assumed, the video was intended for. It had some tips, but hardly described a way to "Catch & Surf More Waves EVERY TIME."
Kenny Winters
Kenny Winters - 5 years ago
Oh, by the way...I forgot to add that I am a young 69 year old native So. CA born surfer type of guy. Life is short so ride a longboard! lol.
Kenny Winters
Kenny Winters - 5 years ago
Evolve or Repeat....Watch it again and again. Next time you are in the water, this will help you more than you can imagine my friend. This is an excellent video. Surfing is new to you so be open to a different way and new teachings. PEACE, Kenny from San Clemente, CA
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
Well it’s no surprise you’re struggling then
higgyrow
higgyrow - 5 years ago
So appreciate your teaching & time to put this together. As I’m identifying the ‘ Look’ phase I was stoked to view previous session on ‘ Catch, POP, look. Thnks from NZ
Fer Frassia
Fer Frassia - 5 years ago
Great edits, great shots, but most of all great explanations. Keep on with your channel mate, hope to see more of you!
Ollie Paterson
Ollie Paterson - 5 years ago
david attenborough at the start there Kale... not bad for an aussie.
Soul Sand
Soul Sand - 5 years ago
theses kind of things you dont teach. after surfing for like 1-2 months you would develop the ability to read waves naturally
Soul Sand
Soul Sand - 5 years ago
+Kales Broccoli i get your point
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Soul Sand but it doesn’t hurt to have the correct cues pointed out to you in the beginning to steepen the learning curve
Andrew Craven
Andrew Craven - 5 years ago
Hi! I know its really not the done thing to name breaks on the internet, but im going to ask anyway. Im able to stand up and turn on my surfboard but i really need a wave long enough to practice on. Are there any mellow long reef/point breaks within 2 hours drive of sydney that you could recommend?
Andrew Craven
Andrew Craven - 5 years ago
+Kales Broccoli thanks so much!
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Andrew Craven collaroy

10. comment for How To Surf | Positioning To Catch & Surf More Waves EVERY TIME

çeci n’est pas une pipe
çeci n’est pas une pipe - 5 years ago
This was a great vid Kale! Great explanations and great footage. This is much appreciated!!!
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
çeci n’est pas une pipe thanks :)
Hamish G
Hamish G - 5 years ago
Can you Guys please put together a compilation of your best surfing moments and clips? Thanks
madmaxmedia
madmaxmedia - 5 years ago
It's a great idea to show the same waves and rides from multiple perspectives! It's so easy to stand on the shore and pick out good waves and take off points, a lot harder to do when you're in the water amongst the waves. I think you should also do this for other tutorials.
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
madmaxmedia thanks :) sometimes a bit tricky with camera set up
Alex Yap
Alex Yap - 5 years ago
Really well put together, i have understood more from this than from any other surfer i have asked about wave selection and positioning thank you so much
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Alex Yap that’s awesome :)
SailingSamurai
SailingSamurai - 5 years ago
Really great video! It really pulls together all the 'nuts and bolts' of getting to your feet. Trying to develop that awareness of what your environment is doing and responding to it. The part about 'mind-surfing' as your walking down the beach is bang on the money!
fabricio Nishioka Cardoso
fabricio Nishioka Cardoso - 5 years ago
Good video mate
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
fabricio Nishioka Cardoso thank you :)
RUBEN FAUS
RUBEN FAUS - 5 years ago
awesome explanation! great effort, thanks heaps mate!!!
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
RUBEN FAUS thank you :)
Chris Faber
Chris Faber - 5 years ago
Great Video! You guys should make a series on wave positioning
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
Hmmmmmmm
dylan james
dylan james - 5 years ago
Hey guys, I’m trying to improve my turns. Is there some way we can get in touch through email or something. I’m pretty decent at surfing I just need to figure out what I need to do with my arms.
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
We do offer private coaching however it does come at a fee :) howtorip@gmail.com
Cole Weston
Cole Weston - 5 years ago
Epic video man! Subscribed

20. comment for How To Surf | Positioning To Catch & Surf More Waves EVERY TIME

ori cohen
ori cohen - 5 years ago
Great Video, really helpful!
This might be dumb question but what the heck...I recently started surfing, I've been doing it for 3 months and I'm completely hooked.
I started surfing on a soft-board, size 8.6', now, I have a transition board, Bic Malibu 7.9, at this point I'm still acquiring basic skills and confidence with each wave I catch.
looking forward, I can't imagine moving to a short board, it looks way to, well...short!
When I surf an 8.6' or a 7.9' my legs are on the board, because It's long enough, this helps me to pop up to a standing position, because I have a firm surface to leap off of (maybe this is a mistake....?) can you please demonstrate how to correctly position yourself and pop up on a short board?
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
We have plenty of videos that demonstrate this :)
JackDuggo8000
JackDuggo8000 - 5 years ago
What board is your 'go to' for all conditions?
JackDuggo8000
JackDuggo8000 - 5 years ago
+How to Rip what shaper?
BAP
BAP - 5 years ago
I also pick landmarks on the beach/cliffs to help me stay in the best position consistently. Get in line with my landmark each time and I know I'm going to be pretty close to the best takeoff zone. I hope that helps.
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
Yep yep
Samuel Williams
Samuel Williams - 5 years ago
Another great vid Kale ! Thanks heaps ! What surf spot is this ? Is it up the Central Coast somewhere ?
Samuel Williams
Samuel Williams - 5 years ago
Thanks very much. Looks great. Hope it’s not sharky !
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
This is south Australia :) went back there for Christmas!
Piervincenzo Parisi
Piervincenzo Parisi - 5 years ago
This is pure gold for every beginner. Just thank you!
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Piervincenzo Parisi thank you!!
Alastair Palm
Alastair Palm - 5 years ago
Appreciate this tip from, a landlocked surfer.
AussieBattler
AussieBattler - 5 years ago
Loved this video. This is one of the things I need to improve on. Great content fellas. Favourite surfing channel on youtube
Elouan .LC
Elouan .LC - 5 years ago
Love the edit ! You guys are killing it
livemoksha
livemoksha - 5 years ago
This was a great one! Realized I was too passive in the water, today I committed to be more active and wave count went up!
Michael J. Day
Michael J. Day - 5 years ago
Excellent video training and tips! I’ve been surfing 20 years and there’s always something to learn. That break you were at doesn’t look too busy. Must be nice! Keep the video tips coming! Happy Barrels!

30. comment for How To Surf | Positioning To Catch & Surf More Waves EVERY TIME

Sushi Mamba
Sushi Mamba - 5 years ago
This looks like Triggs in SA where I learned to surf (a long time ago). If not, it's a dead- ringer for it! cheers
Theresa Slaiwa
Theresa Slaiwa - 5 years ago
You’re a godsend
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Like aqua man?
Dana Franchitto
Dana Franchitto - 5 years ago
whoever is responsible for placing ads could youplease heave the decency to waituntil the end of the video?
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
Our business is dependent on advertising. We can’t make videos like this without it and sometimes, in longer videos, ads are placed throughout to enhance our advertising revenue.
Luiz Gabriel Nogueira
Luiz Gabriel Nogueira - 5 years ago
Great video!
Daan Le Mahieu
Daan Le Mahieu - 5 years ago
Which gopro mount do you use?
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Daan Le Mahieu I believe it’s the CamGo
Jim McCarley
Jim McCarley - 5 years ago
Too big today, 23 feet, at 16 seconds. I'll get pounded. Not good enough yet.
Phil Duclos
Phil Duclos - 5 years ago
You guys the other day completely helped me answer my own question. The 2 3/8 thick is more gunny than i should be using, i need more volume. Thanks chargers! Nice to see you guys making consistent videos again! Yeeew!
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Phil Duclos awesome yep we’re back
Jim McCarley
Jim McCarley - 5 years ago
Hi guys, thanks for posting this. I noticed you (Kale) starting from a point a little to the inside (beach side) of the spot, then calculating and paddling out a bit before turning around. This seems better to me than sitting too far out, and having to race in, only to miss the wave. Since you did this, I will also continue to do it this way.
Jim McCarley
Jim McCarley - 5 years ago
Thanks Kale. I understand about editing limits. You can't possibly cover everything. It's ok to generate ?? and interest. My wife does vid editing for horse sales. Just a 2 minute video takes at least 4, 5,  or even 6  hours to shoot, clip, add sound, polish, and upload.
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Jim McCarley yeah because it helps your positioning to always be facing the wave that you want to catch it allows for a better assessment of what’s going on. Almost could have mentioned it in the video but was getting too long
TheWaffleGuy
TheWaffleGuy - 5 years ago
I’ve needed this video for about 8 months
Dream Catching
Dream Catching - 5 years ago
Great vid watched it before going out today and it helped me so much cheers mate
Owen Dalkeith
Owen Dalkeith - 5 years ago
Thanks ...great job...
Oliver Cowan
Oliver Cowan - 5 years ago
Super useful. Thanks mate!
Jim McCarley
Jim McCarley - 5 years ago
Amy, I am also at this stage.  I go to a beach break which is often too big for me. I have gone out a few times when the swell is smaller, and have found much more gentle waves. A slow, crumbly wave is much easier than the rapid forming giant walls that I often see there.
Just A Proud Aussie
Just A Proud Aussie - 5 years ago
Where are u surfing at?
AussieBattler
AussieBattler - 5 years ago
Winkie Pop, Vic. Torquay
Phoenix Harrison
Phoenix Harrison - 5 years ago
Can I come
Ry
Ry - 5 years ago
Amazing production value and editing.
Really impressed, thanks for the info too
Ry
Ry - 5 years ago
Hey +Kales Broccoli
What do you mean the boys?!
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Ray yeah the boys
Tito Huezo
Tito Huezo - 5 years ago
Definitely with your channel I have improve my surf. Thanks from El Salvador.
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Tito Huezo great news! ❤️ el tunco
Peder Degnbol
Peder Degnbol - 5 years ago
Thanks appreciate the videos Kale!! - Just moved to Freshwater, If you ever need a complete rookie in your vids let me know. I'm keen on learning and you could see what we rookies struggle hard with! and yeah..Keep those vids coming....
Peder Degnbol
Peder Degnbol - 5 years ago
Cheers! :D Kales.. Well Avalon is just 30mins from Freshy.. When and how do you sign up if you wanna attend a session with you guys? So pitted... ;)
Tomas Perez
Tomas Perez - 5 years ago
This video is amazing ,cheers from Argentina
Kye Ward
Kye Ward - 5 years ago
You guys are my first sub on YouTube!, I started surfing whitewash but no I can catch unbroken waves thanks to you!
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
Yew!

50. comment for How To Surf | Positioning To Catch & Surf More Waves EVERY TIME

Charles Hawk
Charles Hawk - 5 years ago
All of your videos are good!
Roger Pye
Roger Pye - 5 years ago
What a cracker! Really great video. Gold info/explanations, very helpful shot perspectives. You nailed it!
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Roger Pye thank you :)
Miku o
Miku o - 5 years ago
What mouth mount do you use?
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Miku o the CamGo one I reckon it’s better than the GoPro one
Sean Cameron
Sean Cameron - 5 years ago
Oh and i find the pov go pro angle super helpful as i can imagine myself in those positions,and what to do next
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Sean Cameron epic thanks
Sean Cameron
Sean Cameron - 5 years ago
Absolutely love this channel. So much work and effort into each and every video. Keep doing your thing bro. Shoutout from NZ
1000 subscribers with no Video
1000 subscribers with no Video - 5 years ago
Wait when ?
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
Awesome! Can’t wait to come to NZ!
Miku o
Miku o - 5 years ago
Great video!
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
Thanks!
jarrad medkit
jarrad medkit - 5 years ago
nice vid! is that Seaford
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
Nope another reef break closer to Noarlunga
Kauan
Kauan - 5 years ago
Really helpful content Kales! I have the same view as you: good positioning is ALL about experience. Have to do with how you feel the sea beneath you, How the current pull you right before a big wave. Keep up the good Work, aloha from Brazil!
Frankie D
Frankie D - 5 years ago
fantastic video, as usual. I'm learning so much from you guys. thanks from Sicily!
Tim Anderson
Tim Anderson - 5 years ago
Love you bro my b day tommorow and my mom got me a new leash. Definitley needed this video bc im in Rhode Island and we are in winter rn so its alittle more difficult to find a good spot with the good waves. Great vid!
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Tim Anderson sweet!
Benjamin Tay
Benjamin Tay - 5 years ago
Thanks for this. The GoPro water POV is really helpful. Next best thing to having someone actually out there with you pointing things out
How to Rip
How to Rip - 5 years ago
Geeeeeze aqua man production set up
Kiaora Kid
Kiaora Kid - 5 years ago
Yewww!
Dallas Kolotylo
Dallas Kolotylo - 5 years ago
You guys are getting really good at making these videos. Great job and great info as always
Peng Tn
Peng Tn - 5 years ago
thanks dude !!!
Patrik Becomes
Patrik Becomes - 5 years ago
Nice edit and thanks for the tips. Tomorrow I'll try this out for sure.
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Epic
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Really enjoyed putting together this tough edit guys! The surf got real sweet this day after I finished filming! Hope you enjoy :)
Kales Broccoli
Kales Broccoli - 5 years ago
Yes it should help you improve :)
Younes El Achkar
Younes El Achkar - 5 years ago
Hi I know how to take off and read waves but there is no waves in belguim most of the time it's flat .do you think that surfing in a pool waves will improve my surfing...I know that it's deffernet than the ocean what is your thought thx.

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