Got a GoPro to film myself and it was a shock. Thought I was better than this.
First issue I found, is too tense, not blowing out. Second back hand is not coming to the front.
Felt very good on the wave.
Any advice please.

I'm not trying to ruffle feathers, but I registered for an OMBE surf trip. I'm SUPER excited, but found out that boards aren't provided. It's the only surf camp I've ever been to where the board is not included. For the price, I'd expect it to be covered for sure. But my main issue is that from a teaching/learning perspective for a beginner/low intermediate level surfer like myself, it's often the case that we're not riding the right board (beginners often ride shorter boards than they should). So having to bring a board (aside from a additional cost) might end up putting the student in the position of having a board that won't maximise the learning that could happen on retreat. Or maybe they'd have to end up renting after they already brought their board?

It absolutely makes sense for higher level surfers who are more likely to be on an appropriate board, the one they use all the time.

I was wanting OMBE to weigh in on what size board I should be riding for my skill level to maximise the trip. If I bring the wrong board, am I out of luck? I guess I don't mind paying the extra for a rental for the week (slightly irksome), but how do I know they'll have an appropriate board for me if they're not typically providing boards for their students?

Clearly I'm struggling with how I should approach the trip. I HATE travelling with boards. It adds a financial cost but more so a mental burden and hassle involved in sorting them out. I have an 8' longboard as well as a 7'2", 7' and 6'8" funboard. Which board(s) do I bring? Is it a risk to just trust that there will be appropriate rentals for me if I don't?

My goals for the trip is to nail down the basics (always looking up at where I want to go and coffee cup in a neutral stance) while catching green waves, riding the face.

Again, I am SO pumped.about the trip and SO grateful to OMBE and the community. Looking for advice.

🙏🏼

Working on some turns this morning. Still have a really hard time getting my left (front) arm up and behind me. Like I'm trying to put my elbow in my back pocket as Clayton says, my shoulder pain really makes that up and back difficult.
Also can't seem to stop dropping my hands low as I get ready to extend into the transition. I have a really bad habit of windmilling the right arm in a counter clockwise motion when going for the turn. Was trying to project my hand towards 12 o'clock, then just bring it in like touching the back of my hand to my face.
Not sure why this is so particularly difficult. I just never seem to have controlled of my arms.

Looks like a new series coming from the OMBE-verse on YouTube.

https://youtu.be/bFU3OPqBVq8?si=2hxB8Xwy8ecRsLEv

Part one here, more to follow, I think

Hey guys, Nico (ex-ombe photog) here!
I’m heading to Bali on the 14th for a couple of weeks. This is my first time in Bali, so I was wondering if there is someone here that can guide me as to where to go surfing, and hat to do and not to do and general stuff in Bali?? I would appreciate it.
Cheers!

Hope everyones having a great weekend!

Just sharing how stoked I am that my first custom midlength has finally arrived. Tried it today and I really struggle at bending when I rebound off the foam after a front side top turn.

For reference: this is a 7’6

Does anyone ride a midlength here?

A Clayton signature board at Matanivusi beach eco resort in Fiji.

Another one.... for Clayton Nienaber less arm throwing per your instructions. Did a little with my normal left arm dangling by my side, and a little two arm handle bar action. Legs were definitely burning today after leg day in gym last night and 10 or so 1 min laps around the bowl.
Also for Michiel van Gerven
Slowed way down and tried to show what happens if I attempt to shorten the turn in the back right hand corner. It gives me that awkward straight at the hip angle which Is where I've busted my own arse a few times attempting it.
And I do realize that going over that hip in the last few seconds looks like I'm way off balance that is simply cause I was worried about eating it there. Last time I landed on my hip and couldn't walk normal for 2 weeks and there may be waves in a few days from hurricane Milton so not trying to get hurt before a chance to surf.