I think the most important part of surfing is to be able to connect to the ocean.  That’s what we’ve been working on and now these girls can surf any type of surf conditions.  I don’t even have to paddle out with them anymore. 

I’m watching and taking video from the exact same spot Ben Aipa use to coach me from.  It’s very hot, dusty, lots of ants, bugs, and hundreds of flies.  Now I appreciate Coach Ben even more.    

Yes, I’d rather be in the cool ocean.

This girl started off on this very same 11′ longboard.  She rode it again the other day and this is when you realize how much you’ve improved over the years.  Pretty incredible.  

The friendly competition continues.  Pushing each other to the limits.  Off the lips and barrels coming soon…

Chizu@Bowls

Good morning 3:30am.
Ala Moana waist to chest high and good.
Diamond Head shoulder high and good.
Light trade winds at 15mph.
Sunny and warm.
Going to surf.
Have a wonderful day!

This was the second day in a row where a shark came super close to everyone.  And everyone saw it!

Boot Camp continues.  This girl can paddle out by herself and catch waves by herself.  She also knows the rules, mannerism, and surfing etiquette.  All that knowledge will allow her to surf at some of the heaviest localized spots.  And of course her smile helps a lot.

And when you get to surf good waves like this everyday, surfing will only get better.

This is a perfect bottom turn.  Controlled, well balanced, and fluid.  Keep it up girl!

The waves were supposed to be smaller this morning but it was actually way bigger than yesterday.  It was the best day in over a month and maybe that’s why we stayed out for 4 long happy hours!  So stoked!