Is surfing a sport, an art, or something in between - and does it really matter?

If you've ever felt pressure to "perform" in the water or questioned your progress as a surfer, this episode will shift your mindset. Michael Frampton and Devon Howard unpack how redefining surfing as an art form - not just a competitive sport - can transform both your approach and enjoyment, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned longboarder.

• Discover why kids often learn to surf faster and more fearlessly than adults - and what that means for your own surfing journey.

• Learn how to embrace surfing as a personal expression, tapping into flow states and style without the stress of performance.

• Get practical tips on wave selection, lineup strategy, and choosing the right longboard or mid-length for your body and goals.

Tap into the deeper meaning of surfing and learn how shifting your mindset from sport to art can unlock more joy and progress - listen now.

Key Points:

• Reading Waves & Lineup Tactics: Devon shares his triangulation method for better positioning and wave-catching efficiency - plus tips for navigating crowded breaks.

• Nose Riding Fundamentals: Understand why board length and positioning are crucial, and get clear size guidelines based on your height and weight.

• Board Selection Wisdom: From longboards to mid-lengths, discover how design choices impact both performance and style - and why collaboration with shapers like Wayne Rich matters.

• Surf Philosophy: Explore the tension between competition and creativity, and how thinking of surfing as dance, art, or even martial art can transform your surfing mindset.

Check out the article on Inertia - https://www.theinertia.com/surf/surfing-art-sport-debate/

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The Surf Mastery Podcast: 

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

If you've ever struggled with wave count, paddle fatigue, or felt stuck in your surfing despite hours in the water, this episode is a game-changer. Van Vu — host of the Basis Surf Podcast and creator of the Basis Surf Paddle Trainer — unpacks the core reason most surfers plateau: poor paddle fitness and a rushed approach to board progression... + more

• Discover how incremental board volume reduction can dramatically improve your surfing fundamentals and style.

• Learn why elite surfers catch exponentially more waves — and how you can close the gap without living near a world-class break.

• Hear Van’s insights from interviewing top surfers, shapers, and coaches, and how it shaped his holistic view of surf progression.

Hit play now to learn how to increase your wave count, accelerate your surf growth, and train smarter — starting today.

To see and purchase the Surf Basis Paddle Trainer:

www.surfbasis.com

For $30 off use Discount code: SURFMASTERY

To find out more about the Surf Mastery Method course go to:

www.surfmastery.com

Surf Basis Podcast:

https://www.surfbasis.com/blogs/podcast 

Is surfing just a sport—or is it something much deeper, a form of art that mirrors your soul?

Whether you're a weekend warrior or a lifelong wave chaser, you've likely felt that indescribable magic in the water. This episode dives into that very feeling, exploring how surfing transcends competition and becomes a deeply personal, creative expression. If you've ever wondered why your best session had nothing to do with trophies, you're not alone.

• Discover why Donald Brink believes surfing is more about galleries than stadiums—and how that insight can reshape your approach to every wave.

• Learn how intention, presence, and lifelong curiosity can turn every surf session into a meaningful act of self-expression.

• Hear how legendary surfers and everyday wave riders alike find purpose, growth, and connection through a pursuit that often defies explanation.

Tune in to hear Donald Brink unpack the soulful side of surfing and walk away seeing your next session as more than just a ride—it could be your masterpiece.

www.brinksurf.com

https://surfmastery.com/surf-mastery-method-info

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

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Is your surfboard truly helping you become a better surfer—or just keeping you comfortable?

In this episode, we explore a question that many surfers overlook: are you riding the board that suits your potential or simply what the surf industry has marketed to you? Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned surfer, learning how equipment shapes performance and self-discovery in the water can revolutionize your approach to surfing.

• Discover why changing boards regularly—even riding the "wrong" board—can massively accelerate your progression.

• Learn from Donald Brink’s radical experimentation with ultra-narrow surfboards and how it unveiled new layers of wave reading and board control.

• Understand the deep connection between board design, wave selection, and self-expression that transforms surfing from sport to personal art form.

Tune into this eye-opening conversation to challenge what you think you know about surfboards—and uncover the path to becoming the surfer you were meant to be.

http://www.brinksurf.com

https://www.instagram.com/donaldbrink/?hl=en

www.surfmastery.com

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

What if your best surfing is still ahead of you—even in your sixties?

Many surfers fear they’ll lose their edge with age, but Tony Roberts proves that it’s possible to surf better than ever through intentional lifestyle choices, foundational training, and a lifelong commitment to progression. In this episode, we explore how rethinking surfing as a sport, not just a pastime, can lead to lasting performance and deeper fulfillment.

• Learn why starting with longboarding could be the single best thing you do for your shortboard technique.

• Discover how the right mindset between sets—using mantras and mindfulness—can transform your in-wave performance.

• Get inspired by Tony’s radically focused lifestyle design, optimized entirely around surfing longevity and peak performance.

Hit play now to uncover how Tony Roberts has redefined aging through surfing—and how you can too.

Tony’s Website etc:

https://trsurftrips.com/home/

http://www.youtube.com/@RealSurfStories

https://www.instagram.com/trsurfing/?hl=en

Tony's episode on Surf Splendor: https://surfsplendorpodcast.com/025-tony-roberts/

Music: https://www.instagram.com/tuanizmusic/?hl=en 

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Surf Mastery Podcast:

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.

Have you ever let a disappointing surf forecast or wavecount expectations ruin your entire session before even paddling out?

We often walk into the surf with expectations shaped by forecasts or past sessions—and when reality doesn't match, it kills the joy. This episode dives into a simple mindset shift that can reduce frustration and increase your stoke, even on the most unpredictable surf days.

• Discover how a “just one wave” mindset can transform your surf sessions from stressful to soulful.

• Learn how managing your expectations can help you enjoy surfing more—no matter the conditions.

• Hear real-life examples of how this shift has helped other surfers surf better and feel freer in the water.

Hit play now to uncover how a low-expectation mindset could be the secret to your most enjoyable surf session yet.

The Philosophy of Surfing ebook:

https://surfmastery.com/the-philosophy-of-surfing-ebook

www.surfmastery.com 

The Surf Mastery Podcast:

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.

If you’ve ever found yourself seeking balance between creativity and passion, or wondering how to turn life's challenges into powerful art, this episode is your invitation to explore that path. Joel Timmons, musician and lifelong surfer, shares how his emotional songwriting and connection to the ocean fuel each other—and how vulnerability, self-work, and rhythm tie it all together.

• Discover the deeply personal story behind Joel’s standout track “Say It To My Face” and the emotional reconciliation that followed.

• Learn how Joel’s journey from coastal South Carolina to Nashville—and back again—influenced the sound and soul of his new album.

• Find out why both music and surfing are lifelong pursuits of flow, mastery, and humble progression—whether you're in the studio or in the lineup.

Tap play now to hear Joel’s heartfelt journey through music, surf, recovery, and rediscovery—and why he’d pick a surfboard over a guitar if he had to choose.

Joel's Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/40Gd49hHE75WtRiqYGGhGj?si=_WNyIrmQQLG7n77zxft70A

https://www.joeltimmons.com

https://www.instagram.com/joeltimmonsmusic/

Episode music: "Say it to my face" - Joel Timmons

Kids Music Movie: Soul (Pixar)

www.surfmastery.com

The Surf Mastery Podcast

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

What happens when a lifelong connection to the ocean turns into a mission to surf every single day through winter?

Whether you're a surfer, an ocean lover, or someone chasing consistency in your passions, this episode dives deep into the transformative power of daily dedication and the personal growth that comes from truly connecting with the ocean. If you've ever wondered how doing something every day could reshape your mindset, this is for you.

• Hear how DJ Morris turned his childhood love of the ocean into a thriving surf school and daily surfing ritual.

• Discover the surprising challenges and benefits of surfing every day through a New Zealand winter.

• Learn the biggest beginner mistakes in surfing—and how to actually pick the right board for your skill level and local waves.

Tune in now to get inspired by DJ’s story of ocean connection, consistency, and the joy of sharing surfing with others—this episode might just change the way you approach your own passions.

Follow Dee Jay on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/deejaymorris/

Hawkes Bay Surf School:

https://www.facebook.com/HawkesBaySurfSchool/

www.surfmastery.com

Song - Fernweh By Nachur

The Surf Mastery Podcast

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

Are you raising boys and wondering how to guide them through risk, resilience, and real conversations—without losing your mind or your connection with them?

Navigating the journey from boyhood to manhood can feel like walking a tightrope—especially in today’s digital, high-pressure world. This episode offers a refreshing, deeply insightful look into parenting boys with empathy, science, and solid boundaries—while still letting them crash, climb, and surf their way to growth.

• Learn the three foundational rules every parent should use to help kids make better choices and build integrity.

• Discover how movement, like a simple walk or shooting hoops, can open powerful pathways to communication with your son.

• Hear real-life stories of parenting wins (and fails) that show how warmth and structure build trust and resilience for life.

• How surfing helps to shape good men.

Hit play now to discover how you can be the calm, connected parent your son turns to—no matter what. Great parenting advice, tips and stories with Maggie Dent.

https://www.maggiedent.com

The Surf Mastery Podcast

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

Have you ever been snaked, dropped in on, or steamrolled by an aggressive surfer who seems to think they own the ocean? Find it hard to deal with localism? 

Navigating the lineup isn't just about catching waves—it's about dealing with egos, entitlement, and sometimes flat-out intimidation. If you’ve ever felt powerless or frustrated by alpha surfers who constantly push the boundaries of etiquette, this episode offers a crucial shift in mindset and approach.

• Learn how to gain respect in the lineup—even from surf legends like Laird Hamilton.

• Discover the psychological principles behind why some surfers bully and how to respond effectively.

• Get practical tips for standing your ground calmly and confidently without escalating conflict.

Hit play now to learn how to hold your own in the lineup and start catching the waves you deserve.

www.surfmastery.com

The Surf Mastery Podcast

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