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Surfing: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Understanding the World's Most Exciting Ocean Sport
Paperback
Series: 30 Minutes Sport
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Aug 7 2026
Pages: 118
Weight: 0.27
Height: 0.25 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
Surfing looks simple-until you discover everything happening beneath the surface.
Why do surfers wait so long for the perfect wave? What makes Pipeline, Teahupo'o and Nazaré so legendary? How are surfing competitions judged? And why do millions of people around the world become completely hooked on riding waves?
Surfing is your fast, enjoyable introduction to one of the world's most thrilling and iconic sports. Whether you've never stepped onto a surfboard, want to understand what you're watching during major competitions, or are thinking about taking your very first lesson, this book explains everything in a clear, entertaining and easy-to-follow way.
Inside you'll discover:
The fascinating history of surfing, from ancient Polynesia to the Olympic Games
How surfing competitions work and how judges score every ride
The different types of surfboards, wetsuits and essential equipment
The skills that every surfer needs, from paddling and popping up to carving and riding barrels
The world's greatest surfers and the competitions that made them legends
Famous surfing destinations including Hawaii, Australia, Indonesia, Portugal, California, Brazil and South Africa
Incredible stories of giant waves, amazing rescues, shark encounters and surfing world records
How to watch surfing like an expert and understand the tactics behind every heat
A practical beginner's guide to starting surfing safely and confidently
A handy glossary explaining the sport's most important terms
Written in the straightforward style of the popular 30 Minutes Sport series, this book cuts through the jargon and gives you everything you need to understand, appreciate and enjoy surfing-without feeling overwhelmed.
Whether your dream is to catch your first wave or simply understand one of the world's most spectacular sports, this book is the perfect place to begin.
Ride the wave. Discover the sport. Fall in love with surfing.
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