Surfing

Summer is a great time of year to get out and try something new. Two weeks ago, my girlfriend and I had the opportunity to go surfing and we couldn't pass up the offer. It was a humbling experience getting thrashed by the cold waves of the Pacific and there were many unfamiliar elements to deal with. It initially left me feeling very awkward as I struggled to find a sense of balance on my board. However, I stuck it out and persevered. By the end of the first session had gotten up and rode out a couple of waves! Thank you Karen and Phong for some excellent pointers!

When learning a new movement or sport it's easy to get intimidated by feeling uncoordinated, uncomfortable and clumsy. This is natural and something I've dealt with in Yoga, Dance, etc., and now surfing. However, the good news is that the more variety of things you try the easier it becomes to pick up new movement skills. In addition, when trying new movements it creates a rich learning environment for your brain and body to develop new nerve pathways that enhance your motor skills and proprioception. When learning new sports it's also an excellent time to get some coaching to speed up your learning curve and maximize your enjoyment!