What if your greatest surfing breakthrough isn’t about technique—but about how deeply you connect with the ocean, and yourself?

Many surfers chase the next turn, board, or breakthrough without realizing that the biggest improvements come not from doing more, but from becoming more aware—of our bodies, our thoughts, and our connection with the ocean. In this episode, surf and wellness coach Barry Green shares how self-awareness and intention can unlock next-level performance and fulfillment in surfing and life.

• Discover how slowing dwn and letting go of tension can radically improve your wave-riding and presence.

• Learn why matching your surfing skill with your intention is key to progression and deeper satisfaction.

• Explore surfing as a mirror for personal growth, from overcoming fear to cultivating grace under pressure.

Tune in now to discover how greater self-awareness and ocean connection can transform not only your surfing—but your life.

Key Points

• Barry shared his perspective on why he surfs - it's a practice for better knowing himself, connecting with the world around him, and responding with grace and poise in any situation.

• Barry discussed the role of a surf coach as a guide to help people push past their edges and limitations, both in surfing and in life.

• Michael and Barry talked about the importance of being relaxed and present in the moments between the big moves while surfing.

• They discussed how self-awareness and connecting intention with skill is crucial for progressing as a surfer.

• Barry shared his journey of getting into surf coaching, starting from working at a surf school and realizing his passion for helping people connect with surfing on a deeper level.

• They talked about the common mistakes surf coaches see, such as surfers being tense and not occupying their full body awareness.

• Barry mentioned an upcoming surf coaching trip he and Michael are organizing to Central America, aimed at helping serious surfers improve their skills and mindset.

• Barry emphasized the importance of acknowledging and appreciating other surfers in the lineup to foster a positive surf culture.

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For the passionate surfer—whether you're a weekend warrior, a surf dad, or an older surfer—this podcast is all about better surfing and deeper stoke. With expert surf coaching, surf training, and surfing tips, we’ll help you catch more waves, refine your paddling technique, and perfect your pop up on a surfboard. From surf workouts to handling wipeouts, chasing bigger waves, and mastering surf technique, we’re here to make sure you not only improve but truly enjoy surfing more—so you can get more out of every session and become a wiser surfer. Go from Beginner or intermediate Surfer to advanced.