Safety and etiquette Always consider other water users All surfers should be able to swim at least 50 metres in open water Always wear a leash as your board can be a danger to other water users and can save you from drowning Always return to the beach before dark Never surf under the influence of drugs or alcohol Always wear a wetsuit – it acts as a floatation device and prevents cold Always check the condition of your surfing equipment , especially your leash Know your entrance and exit points before entering the water Find two reference points to check your location in the water Watch the surf for at least 10 minutes to check where to paddle out , catch waves and avoid rips Check conditions with the lifeguards and never surf Between the red and yellow flags . Never surf alone Paddling out When paddling out avoid other surfers who are riding waves, paddle for the white water rather than the open face, it's courteous... If a collision is about to happen stop paddling allowing the rider to avoid you – there is no excuse for running someone over, ever! Catching a wave Make sure there are no other surfers in front of you while catching the wave and don't drop in on another surfer riding the wave Always communicate such as calling the direction , ‘ left or right ' Keep control of your board at all times Remember You will learn a lot quicker and have more fun by taking part in a surfing lesson by a BSA qualified instructor For your own peace of mind and others ensure you are covered by public liability insurance
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