The First first official surf contest Pacific Coast Surfriding Championship, 1928

When Corona del Mar triumphed as Southern California surf center, a recorded history there with the creation Championship surfriding Pacific Coast. It all started on July 16, 1928 when a Long Beach Press-Telegram announced:
“SURFBOARD CLUB WILL HOLD TITLE MEET AT HARBOR.”
The article reads: "The Corona Del Mar surfboard Club, which claims to be the type of organization in the world, will hold championship tournament riding a surfboard on the beach Corona Del Mar at the entrance to Newport Harbor on Sunday, August 5th

News Paper Ad for The first PCSRC

The first PCSRC involved both paddling and wave-riding. Entrants lined up with their boards on the beach, and at the sound of a firing pistol ran into the water, paddled 500 yards out to a buoy, turned for shore, and rode a wave to a finish marker on the beach. Surfers were eliminated over the course of a few rounds. The contest had been well-promoted, and several hundred spectators were on hand, along with the local press corps, including a newsreel team.

Start of The first PCSRC

Blake later recalled that the surf was about head-high. Along with Kahanamoku, Blake had been touted as the man to watch, and at the start of the race he ran to the water's edge with a 15-foot, 115-pound semihollow paddleboard, then surprised everyone by turning back to get his 9'6" wave-riding board. He then placed the smaller board atop the deck of his paddleboard and set out after the other contestants, already 50 yards distant. Paddling his sandwiched boards past the entire field, Blake discarded the paddleboard after rounding the buoy, and moved into the surf zone on his 9'6" to wait for a wave. Some of the other surfers caught up—Gerald Vultee, soon to become one of the nation's top aircraft designers, in fact rode a wave before Blake, but angled to the left and lost momentum—but Blake was first to the beach. Later that day he also won the 440-yard paddleboard race. Other attractions in the 1928 event included canoe tilting and an ocean lifesaving demonstration.

Medal from the 1932 PCSRC

The results of the contest were as follows: 

Quarter-mile surfboard race, 

1. won by Tom Blake, L.A.A.C.; 
2. Gerard Vultee, Corona Del Mar; 
3. Dennie Williams, Corona Del Mar. 

Paddling race was won by 

1. Tom Blake; 
2.  second, Dennie Williams.”

10 facts about Surfing

Ten fun facts about Surfing
Perhaps you have never or only got to know some of the 10 fun facts about surfing that we present below

Surfing Fact 1:
The first official surf contest took place at Corona Del Mar, California in 1928.

Surfing Fact 2:
George Freeth is the person who brought surfing to California.

Surfing Fact 3:
Surfing was originated by the oceanic culture island of Polynesia and was first discovered by Captain Cook in 1778.

Surfing Fact 4:
There are two types of surfing; short boarding and long boarding.

Surfing Fact 5:
Short boarding is considered harder than long boarding because it requires more effort.

Surfing Fact 6:
Kelly Slater is the highest paid surfer. He brought in three million dollar as the ninth time world champion surfer in 2009.

Surfing Fact 7:
The first university to offer a degree in surfing is the University of Plymouth.

Surfing Fact 8:
When the waves get over the surfer, it's called "getting barreled" because you can't go neither left nor right; just straight.

Surfing Fact 9:
The biggest wave recorded was 530 meters in Lituya bay, southern coast of Alaska.

Surfing Fact 10:
The longest ride ever done on a wave was 37 minutes in Pororoca.

The No.1 Surf Schools in Bali

Great Bali Surf Schools

Bali is an ideal place to learn how to surf, ride the waves, regardless of your skill level. Check out the newbies guide to search Great Bali Surf Schools

The No.1 Surf Schools in Bali

Canggu Surf School (Echo Beach)

Situated in the North of Kuta and Seminyak, the village of Canguu is a uniquely blended paradise positioned between a beautiful temple and a sprawling metropolis. Alongside an array of high-end shops, cafe culture, day spas and dreamy surf breaks you will find Canguu Surf School. The school is fantastic for beginners and teaches you step by step from the base. The beaches in the area are also suitable conditions for novices. The ISA certified surf instructors teach you the right technique from day one, whilst correcting you when necessary. Canguu also guarantees one professional coach for every two participants, so you’re sure to be catching your first real wave in no time!

Location: Jalan Pantai Sentosa, Echo Beach, Canggu
Tel: +62 (0)361 800 428 4
For more info hit up: www.canggusurfschool.com
Contact: surf@canggusurfschool.com

Canggu Surf School (Echo Beach)

Rip Curl School of Surf

With calmer, crystal blue waters, Jimbaran Bay is one of Bali’s best and safest beaches with spectacular sunset spots to boot.

Jimbaran’s waves are great for the newbie surfers, too, and is fast becoming a must-see part of the island to explore.

The crystal blue waters beckon virgin surfers, with an array of surf schools on offer such as the Rip Curl School of Surf and Balangan Wave Surf School, to assist in conquering that first mighty wave.

Rip Curl School of Surf offers surf schools in Legian, Sanur, Kuta and Jimbaran. They cater for kiddies, absolute beginners, as well as the advanced rider.

For more info on their classes and packages hit up: www.ripcurlschoolofsurf.com

Balangan Wave Surf School

For more info on their classes and offers hit up: www.balanganwavesurfschool.com

To view one of the best surf spots in action check out our crew hanging out in Balangan paradise.

Surf school requirements as instructed by ISA

The International Surfing Association (ISA) is the world governing body for surfing. The official ISA certified surf schools must renew their registrations every year. Read the full list of Obligations for a Registered Surf School.

It’s important to review the core guidelines of what surf schools must provide at their facilities:

• Soft-cored surfboards for beginners
• Wetsuits
• Safety helmets (on request)
• Water resistant sunscreen
• Comprehensive first aid kit
• Uniformly coloured rash vests for participants
• Area flags or markers (unless prohibited by local authorities)
• Whistle
• Rescue board
• Mobile phone
• Surfboard hire and price guide in local currency (IDR)

Best Surf Spot in Bali for Newbies

Bali have Several Spot for newbies to try, and there are many famed places to surf around the island, but some are often dominated by pro-territorial, riding and fighting for the best waves. The following beaches within reach of major surf school and sit comfortably in the main tourist center.

Kuta Beach 
This sandy beach stretch has fun and easy waves for the virgin surfer and novice to intermediate rider, with small swells and a variety of surf schools lining the beach. The waves are consistent, measuring at an average of one to three feet. However, the currents are sure to increase in the late afternoon.

Best Surf Spot in Bali for Newbies

Legian Beach 
Known as the sister resort to Kuta Beach. The waves come in a steady variety (similar to Kuta) with a sandy break averaging one to three feet waves, with swells increasing in the late afternoon. There are also notable surf schools found in Legian, such as the Rip Curl School of Surf and the Surf Academy at the Legian Beach Hotel, accredited by the Australian Academy of Surfing Instructors. The academy also offers fantastic wave-riding courses in the front of its garden pool.

Legian Beach Bali Surf Spot

Seminyak Beach 
Seminyak Beach Just north of Legian Beach, Seminyak offers a great deal of swell often double the size of Kuta Beach. The ideal rideable waves offer plenty of lefts and rights as well as short lengths, great for surf virgins and kiddie riders. Right on the borders of Legian, Dhyana Pura has some decent waves level to Kuta, and is way less crowded with an array of surf schools and camps running across the coast.

Seminyak Beach Bali Surf Spot

Batu Bolong Beach (Echo Beach) and Canguu Pantai Batu Bolong,
 as named by the locals, is a beautiful sandy beach stretch from Seminyak boasting amazing views of the Indian Ocean. The panoramic view of the sunset is simply breathtaking and a fave site for sunset surfs. Nicknamed ‘Echo Beach‘ by the expat surfers, the waves cater to all types, from learners to the pros. There’s a consistent break and flat rock bed with waves under six feet, but learners should take caution when heading out as there are no lifeguards patrolling the coast. Even if you’re still learning the art of surfing…take it up notch. Go ahead and impress your surf instructor for the next surf sesh and get your extra dose of the chillest BIGGER wave spots in Bali, but remember to always stay safe and know your limits!

Batu Bolong Beach  Bali Surf Spot