Once you have caught a wave you have to perform what is known as the “pop-up.” The pop-up is a technique that allows you to stand-up on the board once you have caught it. Without learning this technique you will be riding waves on your belly all day long.
1. Lie stomach down on your surfboard.
2. Arch your back and lift your neck up.
3. Place your hands underneath your ribcage area. Like a military push-up.
4. Push your body up quickly and get your feet parallel with your belt line.
5. Push yourself the rest of the way up.
Practice this on the beach several times, before entering the water.
*Remember you will surf however you feel more comfortable, right foot in front or left foot in front. Both ways are fine.
Once you have practiced the pop-up for a while then it is time to hit the water. This is what you have been waiting for so lets do it. Proceed with the following steps and you will be on your way to shredding some waves.