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Academy Of Surfing Instructors

ISBN 10: 0975152319 / ISBN 13: 9780975152317

Published by Academy of Surfing Instructors, 2004

About this Item

Gut/Very good: Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit wenigen Gebrauchsspuren an Einband, Schutzumschlag oder Seiten. / Describes a book or dust jacket that does show some signs of wear on either the binding, dust jacket or pages.

Seller Inventory # M00975152319-V

Bibliographic Details

• Title: .
• Publisher: Academy of Surfing Instructors
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0975152319
• ISBN 13: 9780975152317
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: very good

About this title

Synopsis

Are you ready to learn to surf at the intermediate level? Do you want to take the next step up from learning to surf at the beginners level and do some more exciting moves?

This is the only learn to surf book at the intermediate level. It has lots of colour photos from surf spots around the world and all the information and tips you need to start thinking and acting like a surfer and understanding the surf lingo.

Learn how to:
identify the 4 easy steps to duck-diving under waves
use the surf conditions and rips to get you past breaking waves
identify the best take-off point to easily catch waves
identify ideal surf conditions for the intermediate surfer
perform intermediate level manoeuvres - top turn, bottom turn, re-entry, cut-back
identify which manoeuvre to perform based on wave form
how to be on the inside section how to draw a line
link manoeuvres with skill and ease
different types of wave form and conditions
what a left and right is
read the tides and waves
the difference between a point break and a reef break
why feathering waves are good
what it means when a wave is walling up
how to abort take-offs safely
using surf safety around other surfers/swimmers
identify how board types/styles can improve your surfing
choose a loose or tight board
choose a fiberglass surfboard for your body type, style and ability
surf clothing and accessories used at the intermediate level

About the Author

Academy of Surfing Instructors (ASI) is the world's leading education and accreditation organisation in the surf industry, specialising in surfing, stand up paddle and bodyboarding. We train accredited instructors, and issue ASI accredited school status according to the ASI worldwide standard. We develop and publish learn to books, DVDs, lesson plans and curriculum. Whether you want to learn for fun or to work in the industry, ASI can help you get there.