1 The Old Way: Hours of Admin
If you're like most surf coaches, your post-session workflow is a "time tax" that eats into your day. Traditional video delivery is a manual sequence of repetitive tasks.
The Traditional 6-Step Process
- Transfer files from camera to computer (10-15 minutes).
- Watch all footage to identify students in each clip (30-60 minutes).
- Create folders and subfolders for each student (5 minutes).
- Sort videos by dragging and dropping into folders (20-40 minutes).
- Upload to cloud services like Google Drive or Dropbox (15-30 minutes).
- Send individual links to each student via email or WhatsApp (10-20 minutes).
Total time: 1.5 - 3 hours per session. For a coach running multiple sessions, that's 5-10 hours every week spent on admin instead of coaching or surfing.
2 The New Way: AI Sorting
What if a computer could watch your clips for you? That's exactly how the 30-second handover works. We use artificial intelligence to eliminate the "Identify & Sort" part of your workflow.
The 30-Second Process
- Upload everything raw - Drag and drop your files directly from the SD card. No renaming or pre-sorting.
- AI handles the rest - Our system identifies surfers by analyzing wetsuits, boards, and styles automatically.
- One link for everyone - You get a single session link. When a student clicks it, the AI shows them only their specific clips.
Total focus time: 30 seconds. The upload and AI analysis happen in the background while you grab a coffee or prep for your next lesson.
Comparison at a glance:
| Task | Manual Workflow | Surf Buddy Workflow |
|---|---|---|
| Sorting Clips | 60+ minutes | 0 minutes |
| Creating Links | 1 per student | 1 per session |
| Delivery Time | Hours later | Instant |
3 How AI Sorting Actually Works
Modern AI can identify individual surfers with remarkable accuracy. Our neural networks are trained specifically on surf footage to look for "signatures" that humans often overlook.
Multi-Signal Identification
- Visual Patterns - Wetsuit details, seam patterns, and board decals.
- Body Geometrics - Proportions, height, and limb-length ratios.
- Riding Signatures - Stance width, hand positioning, and turn radius.
The AI doesn't need to know the student's name beforehand—it simply recognizes that "this person in Clip A is the same person in Clip D" and groups them instantly.
4 What Students See
Professional delivery isn't just about saving your time—it's about providing a premium experience that makes students want to rebook.
Students receive a personalized link. Instead of a messy folder of files, they see a beautiful, branded gallery featuring only their waves.
- Instant Access: No app downloads or account creation required.
- Interactive Player: Built-in slow-motion and pinch-to-zoom analysis tools.
- One-Tap Downloads: Students can save their best waves to their camera roll in seconds.
5 Start Reclaiming Your Time
Getting started with the 30-second handover doesn't require new gear or complex training. It fits right into your existing routine.
Step-by-Step Implementation
- Film normally - Don't change a thing about how you capture the action.
- Batch Upload - When back at base, drag all files into Surf Buddy Share.
- WhatsApp the Link - Send the session link to your group chat or individual students.
Join the hundreds of coaches who have saved thousands of hours of post-session work. Focus on what you love: improving your students' surfing.
