Surfing is one of those things that’s we all want to do more of—but it's surprisingly easy to let slip off the calendar. (Most often because we never actually put it on the calendar).
Life is full of demands, distractions, and to-do lists. But carving out time—just once a week—to paddle out is one of the best things you can do for your body, your mindset, and your long-term surf progression.
Maybe that means setting the alarm a little earlier on Fridays and heading to the beach before sunrise. Maybe it’s paddling out with your kid, roommate, or spouse on Saturday mornings. Make it a rhythm. Make it something you do together.
Personally, I’m a big fan of the late-morning gentleman’s hour.
Most weekdays, I’m up at 5:05 am—reading, writing, or getting a head start on the day. I make breakfast for my family around 7:00. After that, once the dog’s walked and the house is settled, I have a small window. That’s my surf window. It doesn’t always happen—but if I’m going to fit surfing into my week, that’s when it needs to happen.
Maybe your window is Sunday morning, Tuesday evening, or Thursday at lunch. The exact time doesn’t matter. What matters is that you find that window and protect it.
Even a quick 25-minute session once a week is better than nothing. You’d be surprised how many waves you can get in a short session if you’re focused—and how much better your surfing can get with that small-but-consistent rhythm.
Four or five waves here and there add up.
More than that, getting in the water regularly keeps you connected to the joy of it, and gives you more energy for the rest of the day.
So as we head into the new year, I encourage you to look at your week. Find your window. Set a recurring calendar event if you need to. Make surfing part of your rhythm in 2026—however that looks for you.
A Few Practical Tips to Make It Stick:
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Use Surfline better. Don’t just check—study it. Understand how your local spot behaves.
- Keep a board in your car. Eliminate friction. Be ready when opportunity strikes.
- Remember: there’s no such thing as bad waves.
- Surf somewhere new now and then. It keeps things fresh.
- Bring a friend. You’re more likely to show up when someone’s waiting on you.
And lastly, remember: the second half of our mission (after helping you catch waves earlier) is helping you catch waves more often.
So make a plan to surf this week. Then make a plan to surf next week. Keep that momentum going. You’ll be glad you did—and we’ll be here to keep nudging you along the way.
