An aquatic sport growing in popularity, bodysurfing is wave riding that's performed without the assistance of buoyant equipment. In fact, the only equipment that's normally used is a set of swimfins along with hand aids that help with propulsion and positioning and perhaps a wet suit.
Master the Basics of Bodysurfing
To get started bodysurfing, head to a local surf shop to pick up a pair of swimfins--at the very least--and then head to a beach that isn't crowded but still offers a lifeguard station. Novice bodysurfers should first learn to spot the crest of a wave, which forms right before it crashes. Then, swim at about the same speed the wave is traveling as it approaches the shore and get above it just as it starts to crest. Bodysurfers use their swimfins to kick and their arms to steer themselves when riding a wave, which takes practice but is still a fun, safe and inexpensive way to enjoy the surf and sand.
Move into Bodyboarding
Many bodysurfers get into bodyboarding as well, which applies the same fundamental concepts of wave riding but uses a specially designed hydrodynamic board to coast along the crest. Bodyboarding shops are very popular in coastal areas, especially those that get pleasant weather year-round, but more and more consumers are taking advantage of online surf retailers to get access to a wider selection of products, accessories and apparel. eBodyboarding.com offers a complete selection of surf and bodyboarding gear for water enthusiasts of all ages, sizes and skill levels and ships to international destinations all around the globe.
