by Dylan Park | Sep 8, 2015 | Surfing 101
In May 1946, a baby was born and given the name Eddie Aikau. Even at birth he was already a unique character, being the descendant of a high priest of King Kamehameha I. But he was also born with a powerful love and respect of the ocean, and eventually he developed an...
by Dylan Park | Sep 1, 2015 | Surfing 101
Three thousand years ago in the warm, clear waters of Western Polynesia, with soft breezes that carried the sweet smell of delicate flowers and the refreshing tang of salty air, one of the most loved sports in the world was born. The Polynesian fishermen discovered...
by Dylan Park | Jun 14, 2015 | Surfing 101
I got a phone call late in the afternoon from a client who wanted a surf lesson for himself and his family however he mentioned he was an amputee from his knee down. I was actually excited to have the opportunity to help a wounded vet to learn how to surf. We give a...
by Dylan Park | Dec 21, 2013 | Surfing 101
I have been coming to Dominical beach here in Costa Rica for over 13 years now and this is the first year I have ever seen scarlet macaws in town. Everyone in town is excited to have our colorful friends feeding from the abundant almond trees that line our beaches....
by Dylan Park | Dec 12, 2013 | Surfing 101
There was a strong English accent on the other end of the phone saying , “so you think you can get an old bloke like myself up on a surf board?” “Of course, ill see you this afternoon!” Chris was excited to have his very first surf lesson. He rented a board and...
by Dylan Park | Oct 23, 2013 | Surfing 101
With my black tea and home made banana bread in hand, I gave my wife and son a quite kiss goodbye before heading out the door before sunrise looking forward to my much anticipated surf lesson. Driving down to the beach with the sunlight peeping over the jungle...
