For Beginner Surfers

Surf Buddy Coach for Beginner Surfers

Build solid foundations from day one with AI feedback on your pop-up, stance, and wave catching technique.

Free during beta • No credit card required

The Beginner's Challenge

Learning to surf without seeing what you're doing

Can't See Your Mistakes

You fall off and don't know why. Without seeing yourself, it's impossible to know what went wrong.

Building Bad Habits

Every repetition of wrong technique reinforces bad habits that become harder to fix later.

Slow Progress

Without targeted feedback, you practice randomly instead of focusing on what actually needs improvement.

Why Beginner Surfers Love Surf Buddy Coach

Built for your specific workflow and challenges

Pop-Up Analysis

Your pop-up is the foundation of surfing. Get detailed feedback on hand placement, timing, and foot position.

  • Hand placement and push-up technique
  • Foot landing position
  • Timing and speed

Stance Feedback

A good stance is essential for balance and control. Learn correct positioning from the start.

  • Foot width and angle
  • Knee bend and weight distribution
  • Upper body and arm position

Wave Catching

Catching waves consistently is the biggest beginner challenge. Improve your timing and positioning.

  • Paddling technique
  • Wave positioning
  • Takeoff timing

How It Works for Beginner Surfers

1

Film Your Session

Ask a friend to film from the beach. Even smartphone footage from shore works great for beginners.

2

Upload Your Attempts

Upload videos of your pop-ups and wave catches - successes and wipeouts both help!

3

Get Beginner-Focused Feedback

Receive specific tips tailored to your level, focusing on the fundamentals that matter most.

4

Practice With Purpose

Focus on one or two improvements each session instead of everything at once.

Free during beta

Ready to Improve
Your Surfing?

Upload your surf footage and get instant AI-powered feedback on your technique. No expensive coaching sessions required.

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Instant Feedback

Get detailed analysis in under a minute

Personalized Tips

Feedback tailored to your skill level

Track Progress

See your improvement over time

Questions from Beginner Surfers

I'm a complete beginner. Is AI feedback too advanced for me?

Not at all! The AI adapts to your level. For beginners, it focuses on fundamentals like pop-up technique, stance, and wave catching - the building blocks that matter most.

Should I take lessons first or use AI coaching?

Ideally both! In-person lessons for your first few sessions are valuable for safety and basic instruction. Then use AI coaching to reinforce and build on what you learned.

How do I film myself as a beginner?

The easiest way is to ask someone on the beach to film with a smartphone. Film from the side angle if possible. Even if waves are small and you're in the whitewash, the footage is useful for analysis.

Can AI help me catch more waves?

Yes! Wave catching involves paddling technique, positioning, and timing. AI feedback helps identify what's preventing you from catching waves consistently.

I keep falling on my pop-up. Can AI help?

Absolutely. The pop-up is the most analyzed technique for beginners. AI will identify specific issues - hand placement, foot positioning, timing - and give you concrete fixes.

Ready to transform your surf learning?

Join Beginner Surfers already improving with Surf Buddy Coach

Free during beta • No credit card required