5 RULES FOR SAFE SURFING

1 / Surf at your level

ARE YOU A BEGINNER?

  • Stay in the foam or small waves
  • Use a foam board
  • Don't surf the edge rollers
  • Protect your head in the event of a fall

2/ Don't panic if you get caught in the current

  • Don't try to get back to the beach
  • Stay on your board
  • Waves arms to alert emergency services

3/ Smart surfing

  • Choose waves suited to your level
  • Choose uncrowded spots
  • Never surf in stormy weather
  • Protect yourself from the sun
  • Use sunscreen

4/ Respect bathing areas

5/ Respect the rules of priority and conviviality

  • Basic rule: 1 wave, 1 surfer
  • The surfer furthest inside the breaker has priority
  • Don't ride a wave if there's someone ahead
  • Don't let go of your board by making "ducks"!
  • Avoid collisions, get around the breakers and out to sea.

Published by the French Surfing Federation