It’s lousy to be a surfer in South Florida.

At least right now anyway.

Sure, there’s sun, sand and that beautiful blue body of water that lures folks to the beach. But the Atlantic just isn’t providing those wild waves that makes being a surfer, well, fun.

So at surf camps throughout the area this summer, kids are learning things like how to paddle, snorkel, even how to tell the difference between the seashells peeking through the sand.

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Hard to ‘hang 10′ in South Florida this summer

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The early spring surf season in Florida offers a more consistent wave pattern up and down the east coast of the state. Beach and water conditions are on the verge of warming up so this can be the more ideal time of the year to paddle out and work on your surfing skills. This again is Florida and the current water temperatures from south to central Florida range from the low to mid 70s. Florida is a great place to learn to surf and develop those skills because of our mild water temperatures throughout the year and normally smaller and safer surf conditions compared to other surfing states or countries. Get your surf season rolling with a stress reliever by heading out to surf and build those skills as the year progresses!

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SURF TIPS
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Choosing the right location as a beginner:
As a beginner surfer you need to go to surfing spots where more advanced surfers ignore. This will allow you to get the waves you want, give you plenty of practice, advance your skills faster and most importantly keep you safe.

If you have the opportunity surf at small reef breaks or sand bars with safe bottoms of sand, kelp or sea grass. Avoid areas or rocks, coral or surf that breaks violently. Gentle breaking beach breaks can offer the same options. Always use good judgment and be constantly aware of your surroundings because sea conditions can change quickly and become dangerous. It is also a good idea to look at the surf/weather forecasts and tides of the day.

Local surf shops can give you great advice about where to surf based on your abilities and what to be aware of. Be honest with your skill level so you get accurate information to keep yourself safe.

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The weather is cooling down and the surf consistently is picking us.  We have had a fun and memorial summer here at Florida Surf Lessons.  We have once again run a series of exciting summer surf camps and a number of large events from Miami to Ft. Pierce and all the way up to Cocoa Beach.  Our larger events included groups from Sea World, Miami YMCA, and the JCCs. We also had the honor and privilege of working with new surfers from the HMS Richmond when they were in port in Miami (see pictures below).  Our staff has been very diligent on offering the basic surfing skills to new surfers here in Florida.  We have introduced Stand Up Paddle Surfing on smaller wave days to mix up the enjoyment and offer a more complete beginner surf lesson.   As we get into the fall and winter months we normally have better wave consistency up and down the coast.  So now is a great time to relieve some of today’s stress and get out and surf!

Costa Rica here we come!
We are now offering all inclusive surfing packages/camps throughout the year in Costa Rica.  Here is a link to our travel package there:  www.ecosurfcr.com   Five day packages start at $999 per person (rate does not include airfare & please contact us regarding dates available).

AUTISM SPECIAL SURF EVENT!
We a running a group surf lesson for children with autism on Saturday, October 25^th in Boca Raton. Please contact us for more details.

Planning on surfing during the holidays?  Sign up early to guarantee your date!

Keep your skills in line with our Saturday Surf Clinics!

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For more info on private lessons and group packages pleases contact us!!

Aloha,

Florida Surf Lessons
888-672-4887 (Toll Free/US)
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Summer beach and surf conditions have arrived! Now is a great time to do some surfing and enjoy the warm sands and waters.Our Saturday Surf Clinics are great ways to keep yours skills in check.

Click here for Saturday Surf Clinic details

Want to surf and have fun all week long. Consider our Summer Surf Camps offered both in Jupiter and Cocoa Beach:

Click here for Surf Camp details

Florida Surf Lessons now carries a large selection of brand new surfboards, windsurfing boards and other related equipment. We can ship surfboards and equipment nationwide at very completive rates! Check out our store on e-bay:
http://www.stores.ebay.com/Florida-Surf-Lessons

Looking for a great birthday or special occasion gift? Give the gift of Surfing:
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SURFING DO AND DON’TS:

• Alcohol. Surfing under the influence is not a good idea. Save the drinking for the after surf bragging session at your local, telling everyone just how many barrels you got earlier.
• Be Aware. Be aware of other surfers and water users, of the surf conditions, and of where you are surfing (see Patrolled Beaches).
• Comfort Zone. You should surf in waves that you are comfortable in, don’t get in over your head.
• Fitness. Make sure you are physically fit when surfing. You need to be able to swim back to shore if you lose your board at the end of an exhausting session - no
  mean feat in a 3 meter swell.
• Food. As with swimming, do not go surfing for at least 45 minutes after a meal.
• Fun. Surfing is all about having fun, keep it in mind when you are out in the waves.
• Hold or Throw. Know when to hold onto your surfboard and when to get rid of it. If you are paddling out then keep hold of your board, you’ll get out back to the line
  up more quickly and you will not put anyone paddling out behind you at risk. If you are about to wipe-out then get rid of your board. You are far more likely to sustain an injury if you and your board are getting washed around together.
• Patrolled Beaches. If you are surfing on a patrolled beach make sure that you keep within the designated surfing are. Take note of where you should be surfing before you go out, and make sure you stick to it when you are out.
• Priority. Always make sure that you are not taking anyone else’s wave. Remember, the surfer who is closest to the breaking wave has priority. If you see someone already on a wave then the wave is taken and you’ll have to wait for the next one.
• Practice. If you want to improve then you need to be in the water surfing as regularly as possible. No-one got any better at anything by staying home and watching TV.
• Respect. Respect the locals if you are visiting a beach. Remember that you are a guest and that waves should be shared.
• Rips. If you are caught in a rip remember that it’s called R.I.P. for a reason and you will probably not make it back to dry land ever again. Although hopefully you already know that a rip is a strong current that (normally) goes straight out to sea and if caught in one that you should not panic and paddle across the rip (not against it) until you have escaped.
• Sun Block. Always wear a good waterproof sun block. You’ll know about it if you have been out for a few hours surfing in the sun without it. Also if you are not wearing a Wetsuit it is a good idea to wear a UV proof rash vest for body protection.
• Surf Buddy. Always surf with at least one other person. Not only will you have more fun if you are sharing your waves but you will always have someone to help you out if you need it.
• Surf Conditions. Make sure that the surf is safe before you go in. If you are going surfing at a spot you are unfamiliar with it is a good idea to get some advice from a local. Check out the surf spot while warming up.
• Warm-up. Always have a quick warm-up and stretch before entering the surf. This will reduce the risk of muscle injury or cramp whilst you are surfing. It also gives you time to check for any rips or where the best spot to catch waves is.

Please let us know about any surfing request you may have and we will do our best to accommodate.

Aloha! From the FSL Crew

Get ready for a great spring of surfing! We will be offering Spring Break Camps from late February into April. Camps will be 3 hours long and they will be offered in Cocoa Beach, Jupiter and Ft. Lauderdale. We have had consistent surf this season with water temperatures ranging from 78 degrees in Miami to 73 degrees in Cocoa Beach. Mid-day beach air temperatures have been averaging between low 70s to high 70s. So we have things warmed up for you if you are planning on heading to Florida.

Now is a great time to work on your surfing and enhance those skills as we come into the peak of the wave season. If you have taken lessons with us before some of the group programs offer great benefits on getting those waves.

Saturday Surf Clinics run every other Saturday in south and central Florida: Click here

Weekday Workshops (only 2 people are needed to establish this workshop): Click here

Planning on surfing this summer? Check out our surf camp! Click here

FSL Surf News :: FSL Surf News :: 11/2007

Waves season is upon us! As we get into the fall and winter season waves in south and central Florida become more consistent on a daily basis. Now is a great time to work on your surfing and enhance those skills as the season builds. If you have taken lessons with us before some of the groups programs offer great benefits on getting those waves.

Saturday Surf Clinics run every other Saturday in south and central Florida:

Click here to see clinics

Weekday Workshops (only 2 people are needed to establish this workshop):

Click here to see workshops

If you want to pursue private lessons from now until November 20th you can save half of the price of a lesson by taking it with a friend. All you have to do is sign up a friend or friends and yourself for a lesson and you only pay half for your part of the lesson!

Get ready for some great waves!!

FSL Surf News :: FSL Surf News :: 9/2007

2008 Surf Camps—Register Today! click here
We have just finished up our summer surf camps this summer and we had great success getting some newbie’s surfing and having an awesome time. Camps ran from late May and into August. We had family, teen, kids and even adult camps. We are already setting things up for camps next summer and plan to have camps in Cocoa Beach and Jupiter.

We had a number of large events this summer from a variety of organizations. Our better group sizes ran from 40 to 80 students.

Stand Up Paddle Surfing!

Stand up paddle surfing (SUP) is an older concept of surfing practiced by Hawaiians in the past. It consists of using a large long surf board and you move by paddling with a long paddle. The Beach Boys did it way back when and now even Jimmy Buffet is shown doing SUP on screen with his latest tour. SUP is an alternate choice of surfers to stay in shape and ride waves. Board designs and shapes have been innovative and SUP has now evolved to be the hip, slick and cool thing to do on the water. Some board designers are incorporating mounts for sails so the SUP can act as a sail board, surf board or paddle board.

The learning curve can be challenging especially at first in ruff surf or when working currents or wind. SUP is a great upper body work out but it takes a lot of patience and practice to get good in the waves. The optimal wave to work with would be a slow moving one to tow foot wave that builds and breaks slowly and hopefully does not close out too hard. With practice, just like surfing this can be another fun water person activity

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
Florida Surf Lessons - Giving Back To The Community

	If you haven’t already then now is the perfect time to make a charitable contribution to the local, national, and international organizations you care about.Giving back to the community is important and also very rewarding.For 2006 Florida Surf Lessons has made contributions in the form of donated professional services and membership to several non-profit organizations.
Miami Childrens Museum

Some of these non-profit organizations include:

1. Easter Seals of Florida
2. Miami Childrens Museum
3. Miami Youth Symphony
4. Surfrider Foundation
5. The Kings Academy in West Palm Beach

Other charities and wonderful organizations we support:

1. The National Breast Cancer Foundation: click here
2. The Humane Society: click here

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
Florida Surf Lessons Featured On The Fox Sports Network

The Fox Sports Network came to us to teach one of their top TV personalities, Allison Williams how to surf for the popular TV show “Sports Rap”.

The lesson and the filming took place in Miami Beach. We had great weather and great waves to work with. It was an all around fantastic day. We got Allison surfing!

Read More and Check Out The Pictures Here: click here

To see other media we have included in: click here

FSN - Fox Sports Network:: www.sunsportstv.com

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
Safe Surfer Certification Now Available

We are is pleased to announce our newest certification program: Safe Surfer Certification

This program has been in development for over 3 years, and is the result of countless hours devoted towards research and development.

Remarkably it is the first of its kind in Florida and was created with new surfers, experienced surfers and ocean front personnel supervising surfing activities in mind. The core of this program focuses on repetition and memorization of important concepts such as: knowing safety procedures, understanding rip currents and knowing how to recognize dangerous marine life, just to name a few.

By doing this the student gains a deeper and clearer understanding of the principles that need to be understood in order to pursue surfing in a safe and comfortable manner.

Find out more how you or someone you care about can become Safe Surfer Certified.

For more information: click here

Remember: safety always comes first and safe surfers always have more fun!

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
Kelly Slater, Florida Surfer - Now 8X World Champ

Kelly Slater has been crowned the World Champion of surfing for 2006. This is his 8th World Championship victory! Well Done Kelly - Making your fellow Florida surfers proud.Some personal info on Kelly Slater:DATE OF BIRTH: February 11, 1972 HOMETOWN: Cocoa Beach, Florida HEIGHT: 5’9” WEIGHT: 160 pounds SPONSORS: Quicksilver

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
Florida Surf Lessons - In The News Again - A Great Story Too!

We were very excited when we found out that we were being included in the August 25th edition of the Englewood review.

Debbie Kiewiet, staff writer for the review, put together a wonderful story on her sons surf lesson experience with us.

The Englewood review is distributed on the west coast of Florida.

Read the story: click here

Find out all the media sources we have been in!: click here

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
City Of Margate - The Park and Recreation Summer Camp Goes Surfing!

On Friday, June 16th - 2006 we taught a group of inner city kids who come from all over Florida to participate in the City of Margate “Camp Senior” summer camp program This program is one of a kind due to the fact that it focuses on adventure activities. While kids at other camps are chasing each other with squirt guns or just bouncing a basketball ball around these guys are actually doing things like: going surfing, para-sailing, and deep sea fishing just to name a few!

This is the first time we have encountered a city summer camp program like this - simply amazing, and certainly a model for other cities follow.

It was a wonderful experience working with these kids. They all stood up and rode waves! What a blast! Rick, one of our instructors was quoted saying “Guys, nothing would make me happier then to paddle out at at my favorite surf spot and see some your faces out there in the line up”. Ditto Rick - the rest of us feel the same way too!

Check out some of the pictures we took to capture the day: click here

If you have group, or summer camp and want to treat them to surfing then contact us today!

Call Today: (561) 625 6375

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
Costa Rica Surf Trip - 2006

May 14 - 19, 2006 - Costa Rica Group Photo

Our May Costa Rica trip was a blast! Many of the clients who joined us are already talking about signing up for one of our trips in 2007!

See All the pictures from the trip here: click here

For more detailed info on our Costa Rica surf trips: click here

Call Today: (561) 625 6375

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
One Of The Best Surf Camps In The World By Newsweek Magazine!

Magazine: Newsweek
Issue Date: May 22, 2006
Section: Tip Sheet - Page 76

Most of the time hard work and dedication go unnoticed. When someone does notice and compliments you on it, it usually makes you feel good, and sometimes even - real good!That is how we felt when Newsweek Magazine listed Florida Surf Lessons as one of the best surf camps in the world. Someone noticed!

When we were informed several weeks back that we were being considered for inclusion we simply thought that we were going to be listed along side the best surf schools and camps in Florida.

It turned out that since Newsweek is an international magazine they were interested in the worlds best surf camps, not just the best surf camps of one state or country.

Needless to say we are very excited to have achieved recognition from such a wonderful magazine.

Read the web / online version here: click here

Experience Surf Camp this summer with Florida Surf Lessons in Cocoa Beach! Have fun learning to surf while creating memories that will last a lifetime. Find out how: click here

Our surf school has been in the news more then once - see for yourself: click here

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
Women’s Lacrosse - A Little R&R With Florida Surf Lessons!

The Women’s Lacrosse team from the State University of New York, Potsdam enjoyed a full day of surfing and relaxing in the Florida sunshine with Florida Surf Lessons.They choose surfing with Florida Surf Lessons as their perfect way to end the week after a full 5 days of spring lacrosse training in Palm Beach.

The Florida Surf Lessons goal: Get 20 women lacrosse players standing and surfing.

The result: success!! everyone was standing and surfing by the end of the day!

It was for sure a fun and memorable day.

See a few pictures from that day:

1. Potsdam Lacrosse Surfing 1 - click here
2. Potsdam Lacrosse Surfing 2 - click here
3. Potsdam Lacrosse Surfing 3 - click here

Fun Idea! - Do you have a group, sports team, or company that would enjoy spending the day learning how to surf? If so then click here for more information!

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
Easter Seals of Florida & Florida Surf Lessons

Now is the perfect time to make a charitable contribution to the organizations you care about.Recently here at Florida Surf Lessons, we made a contribution to Easter Seals of Florida.

This is a wonderful non-profit organization created to help adults and children with disabilities and special needs.

If this is a charity that you would like to help out then please make a point to visit their web site: click here

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
Florida Surf Lessons Surf Instructor Featured On MTV

MTV came to us to interview one of our most fantastic female surfing instructors, Parya. On a gorgeous day we met in Miami Beach and shortly thereafter the interview began and the camera started rolling..

Read More And See The Pictures Here: click here

MTV - Music Television :: www.mtv.com

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
Florida Surf Lessons Featured In The Palm Beach Post

Florida Surf Lessons was recently featured in the Palm Beach Post. They chose to write a full page article on their surfing experience with us in the “Accent” section.

See For Yourself What The Palm Beach Post Says - Read The Article: click here

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
As Featured In The Miami Herald

Florida Surf Lessons was recently featured in the Miami Herald. They chose to write a full page article on us in their “Tropical Life” section.

See What The Herald Says - Read The Article: click here

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
Surfing Lessons With Swept Away TV

Check us out in our third major TV appearance teaching people how to surf! This time we worked with the cast and crew from Swept Away TV in Deerfield Beach, Florida.

Everyone that day had a great time learning to surf. We had a wonderful time teaching.

Swept Away TV is a Nationally broadcasted television show created by teens for teens.

See a few pictures from the filming:

1. Swept Away Surfing 1 - click here
2. Swept Away Surfing 2 - click here
3. Swept Away Surfing 3 - click here
4. Swept Away Surfing 4 - click here

“Swept Away TV” Airs Nationally - Check Your Local Listings To See When It Will Be On In Your Area

FSL Surf News :: FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
Spring Break 2007 Finished Up With A First Class Swell

Spring Break is now over. Students are headed back to their universities and high schools finishing out the year and getting ready for summer.

You might ask “what is the best way for Spring Break to end” - well to surfers (which we are..) we respond with “send us some world class waves darn it!”; and that is just what happened an how Spring Break ended for us.

On April 16th, 2007 South Florida saw it’s cleanest and biggest swell of the year. Perfect waves and 76 degree water, a surfers dream! Now keep in mind these pictures of waves we are showing are for experienced and advanced surfers only.

Jupiter

Palm Beach Island

Pompano Beach

Every surf spot in South Florida was breaking. You had your pick of breaks from Miami Beach all the way up to Jupiter - it was phenomenal. “I haven’t seen a day like this in years” Rusty Merkal was quoted saying, he further adds “Every few years or so the conditions come together that turn this place into a wave wonderland”. After looking at those pictures I couldn’t agree more.

April 16th was truly a day to go into the South Florida surfing memoirs.

If you want to see more pictures from this great day check out SurfXTC.com or click here

Want to learn to surf like those guys in the picture? Well you got start with learning the basics first.

Call us today at (561) 625-5375 or click here to find out how to get started and your surf lesson scheduled.

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FSL Surf News :: 6/2007
Summer Surf Camp 2007 - Registration In On!
Join us this Summer in Cocoa Beach for an unforgettable week of surfing. Our instructor team is ready to show you exactly how much fun summer surfing in Cocoa Beach can be.

We have put it all together for you to include: the best location for waves during the summer months, top notch certified teaching talent - some of who are professional surfers, an unbelievable venue that offers off shore *air conditioned* facilities in the event of having to go inside for bad weather, end of the week BBQ, other activites, and more!

Spaces for Summer Surf Camp 2007 are limited and filling quickly.

Special room rates for our clients are available at the Best Western Oceanfront and Days Inn.

Being right behind the Best Western Oceanfront makes our location perfect. We are literally a stones throw North of the world famous Cocoa Beach surfing pier.

Special weeks set a side for:

• All Ages (Family)
• Adults Only
• Women Only
• Teen only

See the complete 2007 Summer Surf Camp schedule here: click here

See camp pictures from 2006: click here

Contact us today for more Summer Surf Camp information!

Call us (561) 625-5375 or click here

NEW! Sign up for Surf Camp online: click here

Make sure to see our 1/4 page ad in the April 2007 edition of Transworld Surf magazine!If you are thinking about joining us this summer for surf camp then don’t wait. Once this magazine hits the news stands spots for summer surf camp will be going fast!

Remember - you must ask for these specials in order to get them.

Free Surfboard Rental Special - Valid From/Until: 6/15/2007 :: 9/30/2007

Book two, minimum 2.5 hr private surf lessons that are 1 day apart and for the day in between get surfboard rental for FREE ($50.00 value)!

How this works: At the end of your first surfing lesson you simply hold onto the equipment and then you return it at the end of your second surfing lesson, so all the time in between your first and second surfing lesson you will have a surfboard to practice on!

Example: You have Lesson 1 on Monday, Tuesday is a practice day, and then you finish up with Lesson 2 on Wednesday. **The is just an example, any three day spread works.

This is a perfect opportunity to practice what you learned during your first surf lesson, therefore making your second surf lesson all the more effective and fun.

To qualify for this special you must mention coupon code ‘Lesson Rental Combo’ when registering.

This special may not be combined with any other special, promotion or discount.

Private Surf Lesson Blocks - Valid From/Until: 6/15/2007 :: 9/30/2007

If you are truly committed to to furthering your surfing progress beyond one surfing lesson then it only makes sense to get a discounted 3 lesson block.

Get a 3 lesson block with each surf lesson being 2.5 hours in length for the discounted rate of only $405.00. That comes to only $135.00 per/lesson.

Special - For a limited time all surf lesson blocks purchased include a pass that is good for entrance into 1 surf clinic FREE! That is a $99.00 value for FREE!

3 private surf lessons, and 1 surf clinic all for only $405.00!

We know what we offer, and 1000’s of satisfied clients do as well therefore we know that this is one of the best deals going in the surf school industry, not just in Florida but beats anything we have found in California too!

*Surf clinic pass must be used with in 3 months from the date of purchase of the surf lesson block.

*This special may not be combined with any other special, promotion or discount.

* More info on private surf lessons can be found here: click here

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Juno Surf Shop - two Locations // Juno Beach, Florida and Tequesta, Florida

Happen to be in or live in the Jupiter, Juno Beach, or Palm Beach area? Then stop in and say hi to Andy and Rick at the: Juno Surf Shop They Have Been Here Since 1964!
Save 10% by mentioning that Florida Surf Lessons sent you.

phone number: (561) 626-3569

Surf World - two Locations // Pompano Beach, Florida and North Miami Beach, Florida

ALL students and clients of Florida Surf Lessons SAVE instantly 10% on ALL of their
clothing and accessory purchases from: Surf World
Ask for ‘Randy” and say that Florida Surf Lessons sent you.

phone number: (954) 545-SURF

Rips Tiki Hut - West Palm Beach (Wellington), Florida

If you live or are staying in Wellington, or Greenacres, or way West Palm Beach, Florida then be sure to say hi to Corneille at Rips Tiki Hut. Save 10% by mentioning that Florida Surf Lessons sent you.

phone number: (561) 422-3262