

In the end I was capable of properly surfing green waves on my own. They will explain to you and the audience what can be improved or which cruical step was missed. After surfing for 4 hours you will meet up at the surfshop and watch videos of yourself and others from that day. Should they see that you manage, you will be switched to the next group and challenged anew. Instant feedback is provided from wave to wave so that you can better yourself all the time. It feels amazing! Yet you are just getting started. Then you are off to ride your first small wave. The theory will be explained on the beach and the surf teachers corrects your stance should he find flaws. You are split up into several groups ranging from beginner to advanced surfers. The surfing lessons are well thought out and you get to collect your first experiences in a very controlled way. At no point did I feel like I was in over my head. The team is lovely and helpful in any way they can be.įirst off: I am an absolute beginner.
#Healthy family surf full#
(5 days full day surf course + accomodation for 7) That turned out to be one of the best trips i've ever done. We booked the Performance Surf Camp Package for a week at Red Star Surf. Lancarote and red star surf will see me again. They will explain to you and the audience what can be improved or which cruical step was. The surfing itself: First off: I am an absolute beginner.

The team is lovely and helpful in any way they can be. To register for the program, visit: week All in all, a 10/10 for me.
#Healthy family surf free#
This program is free for veterans to attend with thanks to support from RSL Queensland. Please note: This a learn to surf group, no prior surf experience is necessary, although anyone with surfing experience is also welcome.Īll groups comprise of a 30-45 minute mental health 'expression session' on the sand followed by a learnt to surf component. The program uses the ocean and surfing as a conduit to explore, stimulate and facilitate positive therapy outcomes.

The primary focus of the program is to introduce surfing to participants as a way to improve physical health, mental health and well- being in a neutral, non-intrusive environment. It facilitates functional recovery, while promoting social inclusion, engagement and enhanced quality of life. RSL Queensland is pleased to partner with Waves Of Wellness Foundation to deliver the Waves of Wellness Surfing Experience (WOWSE) as a FREE eight-week evidence based learn-to-surf program for veterans.
