Mickey's Blog
Beginner-friendly surf guides, local Waikiki and Hawaii tips. This blog covers what first-time surfers actually need to know, from ocean basics and board choice to conditions, etiquette, and what to expect before you ever paddle out.
Reading Waves Is the Hardest Part of Surfing
January 24, 2026
Why Reading Waves Is the Hardest Part of Surfing Most people think learning to surf is about standing up. The truth is that standing up is a small, visible moment. The harder skill is invisible. It is knowing what the ocean is about to do before it does it, and putting yourself in the right
Why do Surfers Seem to Hate Beginners?
January 24, 2026
Why Experienced Surfers Seem to Hate Beginners If you are new to surfing, it can feel like the lineup comes with an attitude problem. You paddle out excited, you try to stay out of the way, and still you catch looks that feel like you are doing something wrong. Sometimes you are. Sometimes you are
Understanding the Fundamentals of Surfing
January 24, 2026
Learning to surf is often described as a collection of techniques. Paddle this way. Stand up like that. Put your feet here. In reality, progress comes from understanding how a few core skills interact with each other in moving water. Most beginners struggle not because they lack strength or balance, but because they are trying
Surf Etiquette – A Survival Guide for Waikiki Kooks
December 31, 2025
A Survival Guide for Waikiki Kooks Waikiki is one of the easiest places in the world to learn how to surf. It is also one of the easiest places to accidentally annoy everyone around you. The combination of soft waves, rental boards, instructors, tourists, locals, and returning surfers all sharing the same reef creates a
Your First Surf Lesson in Waikiki Hawaii
December 29, 2025
What to expect from your first surf lesson in Waikiki. Learn beginner surf basics, gentle waves, safety tips, and how Waikiki makes learning easy.
Waikiki’s Beginner Friendly Surf Breaks
December 24, 2025
Discover Waikiki’s beginner surf breaks with gentle, forgiving waves, ideal for first-time surfers learning balance, timing, and confidence.