When you head out into the open sea with your body board it's the surf versus you in a wet suit and a set of fins! Lying on the board just above the waves allows you to get closer to the power of the sea and enjoy the thrill of wave riding.Body Boarding is real surfing as you are powered along by the breaking waves but it's also a great introduction if you want to progress to standing on a board. Both are fun but body boarding is an easier way to start for beginners. We could say it's the perfect solution for wannabe surfers who have yet to find their balance but it is in fact a wave sport in its own right.A body board is a lot shorter than a traditional surf board making it easier to control in the water. You choose a strong-looking wave from those rolling in and as it approaches you pull your upper body onto the board and kick hard with your fins. If your timing is right you catch the wave and the result is a noisy foaming high-speed ride as you sweep in towards the shore. With no standing up (and less falling off) you can maximise your time just riding the waves.You'll be taught by a qualified coach how to paddle your way through the breaking waves and catch the perfect roller to hurtle you towards the beach on your board. Waves may be easy to catch and ride - but body boarding is a tough sport to master. That's where the skills you will be taught on your lesson come in as they will equip you to get off to a flying start in the water.The instructors for this activity are mobile in and around the Newquay area so you can be sure that they'll select the beach with the best body-boarding conditions on the day as you'll soon learn weather conditions (especially on and off-shore winds) play a massive part in where the bodyboarders go to play. IntotheBlue offers a selection of surfing related activities please see our main surfing lessons page for more information on this thrilling water sports.
Surfing stand-up style is one of the most satisfying but demanding of all board sports. This surf school based at Newquay in Cornwall aims to provide the best professional coaching available in the UK for all levels from beginners to advanced surfers.The instructors not only give you a structured lesson - which makes the most of your abilities - but they will show you some of the real essence of surfing. The coaches are also lifeguards and will be on hand at all times. You'll start with a brief talk on ocean and beach safety followed by a beach-based warm-up and practice session before you paddle out into the waves. Then it's time to get up on your board and ride the surf.It may be an age-old cliche but for many surfing is not just a sport but more a way of life. It's good for fitness builds up confidence in the water and the sheer fun of being out on the ocean watching and waiting for that perfect wave is a great buzz. But watch out surfing is an addictive sport - as you'll soon discover. Afterwards there's a lesson review to help you improve and give you hints and tips.You'll be given all the up-to-date gear so hopefully you will be riding the curl in no time like a real surf dude or dudette! Of course there are plenty of facilities nearby for family and friends. After a hard day on the surf it's time for a beach BBQ or to try one of Newquay's many cafes restaurants bars or clubsOh and don't worry about the weather - wetsuits are provided against the cold and the instructors know exactly where to find the best and safest conditions for your level.