108 Catching Waves - The Foundation of Good Surfing
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Release Date: 02/25/2025
117 Surf Every Day: How DJ Morris Found Flow in Winter Waves
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What happens when a lifelong connection to the ocean turns into a mission to surf every single day through winter? Whether you're a surfer, an ocean lover, or someone chasing consistency in your passions, this episode dives deep into the transformative power of daily dedication and the personal growth that comes from truly connecting with the ocean. If you've ever wondered how doing something every day could reshape your mindset, this is for you. Hear how DJ Morris turned his childhood love of the ocean into a thriving surf school and daily surfing ritual. Discover the surprising...
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116 Maggie Dent - Parenting Boys With Backbone, Heart And Surfboards
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Are you raising boys and wondering how to guide them through risk, resilience, and real conversations—without losing your mind or your connection with them? Navigating the journey from boyhood to manhood can feel like walking a tightrope—especially in today’s digital, high-pressure world. This episode offers a refreshing, deeply insightful look into parenting boys with empathy, science, and solid boundaries—while still letting them crash, climb, and surf their way to growth. Learn the three foundational rules every parent should use to help kids make better choices and build...
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115 Handling Aggressive Surfers: Surf Coaching Tactics for Confidence, Respect & More Waves
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Have you ever been snaked, dropped in on, or steamrolled by an aggressive surfer who seems to think they own the ocean? Find it hard to deal with localism? Navigating the lineup isn't just about catching waves—it's about dealing with egos, entitlement, and sometimes flat-out intimidation. If you’ve ever felt powerless or frustrated by alpha surfers who constantly push the boundaries of etiquette, this episode offers a crucial shift in mindset and approach. Learn how to gain respect in the lineup—even from surf legends like Laird Hamilton. Discover the psychological...
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114 The Surfing Copywriter: How Passion and Strategy Can Power Your Surf Business
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What happens when a lifelong surfer ditches big-name fashion brands to carve out a niche as the go-to copywriter for the surf industry? If you're a surf business owner juggling content, marketing, and your next session in the water, this episode is a must-listen. Discover how surfer and copywriter Lachlan Campbell turned his passion for surfing into a thriving business that helps other surf brands rise above the noise—and how you can do the same. Learn how to align your passion with your profession and create a business that truly fits your lifestyle. Discover the current...
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113 How To Surf Bigger Waves + A Guide To Surfing Big Waves
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Ever wonder what it really takes to paddle into Big waves and come out the other side stronger? If you’ve ever dreamed of pushing your limits in the surf but felt held back by fear, lack of preparation, or not knowing where to start—this episode offers a firsthand roadmap for transforming your surf game. Whether you're stuck at head-high or eyeing outer reefs, this story will speak to your desire for progression and confidence. Discover the essential mental and physical preparation that goes into surfing big waves—before you even hit the water. Learn how to manage fear...
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112: Mastering the Hardest Part of Surfing: Surf More Waves with Confidence
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Struggling to catch more waves and improve your takeoff? The hardest part of surfing isn’t turning or carving—it’s everything that happens before you even stand up. But what if you could master that crucial phase? Most self-taught surfers hit a frustrating plateau because they don’t fully understand wave reading, efficient paddling, or seamless pop-ups. Without these foundational skills, catching waves feels like a battle. This episode breaks down the real reasons behind your struggles and provides actionable fixes to transform your surfing experience. Learn how to develop an...
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111 Surfing, Philosophy & the Search for Meaning: Longevity & Adventure with Aaron James
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
What if the key to how to surf better wasn’t just in technique, but in how you think about the sport? Whether you’re a beginner surfer learning the pop-up on a surfboard, a traveling surfer chasing bigger waves, or a weekend warrior looking to refine your surf positioning, your mindset shapes your experience in the water. In this episode, host Michael Frampton sits down with Aaron James—surfer, philosophy professor, and author—to explore the deeper meaning of surfing beyond the pursuit of perfection. Aaron shares how he evolved from high-performance surfing in world-class waves to...
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110: 3 Unconventional Surfing Tips To Catch More Waves and Learn Fast
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Surfing Tips for Beginners: The #1 Technique to Catch More Waves Instantly Join the Wave Catching Academy: Jason struggled to catch waves despite three months of experience. Most surf schools overcomplicate the learning process. The key to catching waves is matching their speed, not paddling harder. Three beginner tips: Change perspective: Think of surfing as dancing with the ocean, not fighting it. Wave selection: Choose strong, smooth white water waves with clean water in front. Stop paddling: Let the wave push the board—jump forward instead of paddling. Focus on these fundamentals...
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109 How to Catch More Waves and Abolish Surfing Shame
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
If you've ever felt frustration, shame, or disappointment from missing waves, this episode provides actionable drills and insights to help you surf with more confidence and consistency. 3 key techniques that can help surfers at all levels improve their wave-catching ability: Mastering timing, overcoming the fear of falling, and dealing with the emotional fear of failure. For more wave catching tips visit Click to register or find out more about the Wave Catching Academy Tim Ferris - How I learned to Surf in 5 days: For the passionate surfer—whether you're a weekend warrior, a surf...
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108 Catching Waves - The Foundation of Good Surfing
Surf Mastery - Surfing Tips and Wisdom for Lifelong Surfers
Catching Waves: From Surfing Anxiety and shame, to Confident Rides In this episode of the Surf Mastery Podcast, the host reveals his transformative journey in surfing—from struggling with how to surf to mastering techniques that allow him to catch more waves, even in challenging conditions with bigger waves. He discusses his evolution from an uncertain surfer to one who embraces effective surf coaching and hones his paddling technique, which proved essential for improving his performance. Listeners gain practical insights into how to surf confidently, overcome obstacles, and elevate their...
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Catching Waves: From Surfing Anxiety and shame, to Confident Rides
In this episode of the Surf Mastery Podcast, the host reveals his transformative journey in surfing—from struggling with how to surf to mastering techniques that allow him to catch more waves, even in challenging conditions with bigger waves. He discusses his evolution from an uncertain surfer to one who embraces effective surf coaching and hones his paddling technique, which proved essential for improving his performance. Listeners gain practical insights into how to surf confidently, overcome obstacles, and elevate their surfing skills for a truly rewarding experience.
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For the passionate surfer—whether you're a weekend warrior, a surf dad, or an older surfer—this podcast is all about better surfing and deeper stoke. With expert surf coaching, surf training, and surfing tips, we’ll help you catch more waves, refine your paddling technique, and perfect your pop up on a surfboard. From surf workouts to handling wipeouts, chasing bigger waves, and mastering surf technique, we’re here to make sure you not only improve but truly enjoy surfing more—so you can get more out of every session and become a wiser surfer. Go from beginner to intermediate to advanced surfer fast.