You’re Not Too Old to Surf Better – You’re Just Too Comfortable
Most people think surfing progression stops at a certain age.
That once you can stand and go down the line, that’s it.
But that’s wrong.
Progress doesn’t depend on youth – it depends on mindset.
Here’s what surfers in their 50s, 60s, and beyond are proving every day.
1. You’re Never Too Old to Start – or Level Up
One surfer didn’t start until 50.
By their late 60s, they were trimming on a 6’8 and feeling the wave like never before.
Why?
Because they kept showing up.
They were willing to be uncomfortable.
They traded fear of failure for the chance to grow.
2. Most Surfers Plateau Because They Stop Feeling the Wave
You can ride foam boards for 20 years and still never feel what the wave is really doing.
That changes the moment you:
– Ride smaller boards
– Engage your rail
– Stay in the pocket
– Learn how to compress and release with the wave
Suddenly, it’s not just about standing – it’s about connection.
3. The Best Coaches Don’t Coddle
Real coaching means honest feedback.
It means pushing through habits, not settling into them.
It means being told, “You can do more – you just haven’t tried it yet.”
If you’re only being encouraged, not challenged, you’re not progressing.
4. The Best Wave of Your Life Might Still Be Ahead
One surfer said after a breakthrough turn:
“I didn’t even need to see the footage. I knew how it felt.”
You don’t have to be young to surf well.
You just have to chase the feeling – and leave your comfort zone behind.
How TRAX Helps You Progress at Any Age
TRAX helps track the technique behind the feeling – even when you’re not sure what’s changing.
It shows:
– How your weight shifts through turns
– Whether your movement is balanced or back-footed
– When your pop-up is early, late, or just right
– What’s improving – and what still needs work
Progress doesn’t stop. But it gets harder to see.
TRAX helps make it visible – and achievable.
Related Reading:
→ Frustrated with your surfing? That’s where progress starts — Growth begins where comfort ends
→ Fix your surf stance — Posture and pressure matter more than strength
→ 5 Turning Mistakes that keep you stuck — Get your flow dialled in.
