Do you feel stuck in your surfing journey?Unsure of what you need to do to progress? Dreaming of surfing more challenging conditions but unsure of how to get there? I certainly was. I joined Pepijn for a week long coaching trip in Portugal having surfed bigger conditions a handful of times - never really feeling comfortable and confused on how to progress. Getting out to the lineup efficiently, quickly and using less energy expenditure was a mystery to me - as I was still struggling with the balance of a bigger board for stability vs the difficulty manoeuvring a bigger board in large swell. Most of all, my mindset towards more challenging conditions was mainly one of anxiety due to past experiences, despite my innate desire to be out there!Pepijn acknowledged all of these doubts and more, ensuring that I always felt incredibly safe and supported.His realtime feedback in the water allows for adjustments that lead to quick progression - by the end of the week I was keeping up with the duck divers and felt a lot more confident in my turtle roll. He would sometimes even take a set on the head just to observe me properly for feedback!!His curious mindset always led to personalised advice, as our conversations would lead to enlightening conclusions ie why I feel nervous to take off from the peak and how could I, over time, use positive reinforcement to improve this? His curiosity in how/why you do things means you then understand how to improve, and what is needed to get there.He breaks down the essentials (such as paddling) into theoretical information, and provides insight into how you can improve in/out of the water. You are provided with a 16 week programme prior to the trip which gives helpful advice on training, stretching, and general lifestyle that helps you feel prepared/fit for a week of surfing.I’ve sometimes found that advanced surfers who teach forget what it’s like to be nervous out at sea, but I feel that Pep has a deep understanding of each stage of surfing. His kind and gentle approach inspires personal growth, and the learning experience feels personalised to your own journey. His teaching and advice I’m sure will continue long past the water. I am excited to use this backpack of knowledge I have acquired, and hopefully return to Pepijn to further advance my progression.Surfing is just as much mental as physical, and at times there would be off-days where self-confidence would dampen. Pep is sensitive to emotions and somehow knows the right thing to say - whether it’s a pep talk (hah!) to pump you up or kind words to remind you that rest is important too. Not only was the coaching incredibly productive, but I was surrounded by like-minded people who I also learnt from. I did not stop laughing the whole week, and I’m sure I have made friends that I will meet again for a catch-up.Thank you Pep, for your unwavering sense of belief in me! Until next time.
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Professional surf coaching for the 'not beginner' and 'next level' surfer.
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After 2 decades of surfing at the highest level and more than a decade of surf coaching experience, Pepijn has his focus on coaching 'intermediate' and 'advanced' surfers.
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He shares the deep and extensive knowledge he has learned throughout his career with the aim of having you take the next step in one of the most beautiful sports on earth, surfing. ____________________________________
Video analysis surf coaching in Scheveningen, organized surf trips and his online course + coaching combination via www.surfacademypro.com are one of the tools he uses to help surfers to the next level.See more