Can you become a world-class surfer without coaching, cameras, or competition?

In a world obsessed with surf coaching and performance analysis, Matt Archbold proves that intuition, repetition, and pure passion can still be the ultimate teachers. Whether you’re struggling with style, stuck in small waves, or burnt out from overcoaching, this conversation offers a refreshing return to the raw roots of surfing.

• Discover why feel is the most underrated skill in surfing—and how to cultivate it

• Learn how to improve without expensive gear or surf trips, even in small, average conditions

• Get Matt’s take on style, speed, burnout, and how to keep frothing into your 50s

Listen now for a masterclass in timeless surfing wisdom, straight from the legend himself—Matt Archbold.

Key Points

• Michael announces upcoming surf coaching trip in Nicaragua with Taylor Knox and Matt Greggs at Malibu Popoyo resort planned for September 15th

• Matt discusses his experience learning car mechanics through hands-on work and help from friends

• Matt explains his self-taught approach to learning surfing through observation and feel rather than formal coaching

• Matt shares insights about surfing Off The Wall in Hawaii and the importance of understanding wave patterns

• Matt discusses his approach to surfing both small and big waves, emphasizing the importance of being able to surf in all conditions

• Matt reveals his current work on launching Archie's Garage, a clothing line featuring t-shirts and hats

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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.