This post is part of a series called 30 Days in the Rockaways where Sarah Knapp explores a new outdoorsy side of NYC and lifestyle for herself as an urban outdoor enthusiast. Full series here.

One of the major reasons I wanted to be at Rockaway Beach was to learn a new sport: surfing. Surfing is notoriously difficult to catch on to and I was forewarned of many tiresome hours being pummeled by waves. I decided that this might be a good time to invest in my continuing education so I signed up for a surf class with Skudin Surf School.

It was fantastic - here are a few pointers….

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