09 Martin Dunn - Surf Coach

What separates an average surfer from one who truly rips? Discover how mastering fundamentals like bottom turns, wave positioning, and speed creation can transform your surfing.

In this episode, legendary surf coach Martin Dunn shares his decades of experience coaching everyone from beginners to WSL pros. Whether you're struggling with consistency or want to elevate your performance, Martin reveals actionable tips to improve your technique, make better decisions in the water, and maximize every session.

• Learn why the bottom turn is the cornerstone of powerful, fluid surfing and how to perfect it.

• Discover techniques for generating speed and maintaining flow, even in less-than-ideal conditions.

• Get insights into surf-specific training, decision-making strategies, and how to harness your potential both in and out of the water.

Play this episode now to gain practical, expert advice that will enhance your surfing experience, no matter your skill level!

Key Points

• Martin Dunn started surf coaching in 1986 after completing an Associate Diploma in Sports Science.

• Surfers should spend time observing the waves before paddling out to identify the best waves and positioning.

• The boTom Carroll turn is the most important maneuver in surfing, and proper technique is crucial for generating speed and power.

• Generating horizontal speed after popping up is a crucial skill that opens up more surfing opportunities.

• Wave selection and depth of takeoff are common mistakes in tube riding.

• Consistency in surfing comes from focusing on fundamentals like boTom Carroll turns and speed generation before progressing to advanced maneuvers.

• Simulations and land drills help ingrain proper body positioning and movement patterns for surfing.

• A surfer's desire to improve is the main factor in their ability to progress and become a better surfer.

• Martin Dunn provides online coaching services by analyzing video footage and providing personalized training videos.

• Martin Dunn has mentored and educated other surf coaches through programs and consultancy work.

Martin's website: http://www.martindunn.com.au/

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.