
132 The Only Way to Get Better at Surfing: Obsess Over It
23/12/2025 | 8 mins.
Are you ready to transform your surfing in 2026 by going all in - completely obsessed, fully immersed, and totally committed? This is the ONLY way to truly improve. If you're feeling stuck in your surf progression or yearning to break through to the next level, this solo episode with host Michael Frampton dives deep into the one mindset shift that separates average surfers from true masters. It's not just about passion, it's about short-term obsession to create long-term transformation. Learn why a temporary period of full-blown surfing obsession could be the key to lasting surf progression. Discover practical ways to build your life around surfing without giving up your responsibilities. Get inspired with a clear roadmap for turning 2026 into the year you finally identify not just as someone who surfs, but as a true surfer. Press play now to find out how to make 2026 your breakthrough year of total surf immersion and mastery. www.surfmastery.com The Surf Mastery Podcast: 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

131 Why You're Missing Waves (and What the Pros See That You Don't)
25/11/2025 | 58 mins.
Are you truly reading the wave, or just watching water move? Discover how paying attention to the ocean's smallest details could completely transform your surfing. If you've ever felt stuck in your surf progression, unsure why better technique isn't getting better results, this episode is your wake-up call. It's not just about turning sharper or paddling harder, it's about changing how you see the ocean. Whether you're an intermediate surfer or decades in, understanding how to focus and read the wave can be the game-changer you've been missing. Learn how world-class surfers like Tom Carroll gain a massive edge by spotting secondary swells, backwashes, and subtle refractions that most surfers miss. Discover why your technique won't matter if you can't focus and how mindfulness and meditation off the board can level up your performance on it. Shift your entire relationship with surfing by embracing a personal surfing philosophy rooted in joy, longevity, and self-defined progression - not surf industry hype. Press play to learn how changing your mindset and mastering wave reading can unlock deeper flow, better waves, and more fulfilling sessions in any surf condition. www.surfmastery.com Michael Frampton and Van Vu (Originallly published on the Surf Basis Podcast) The Surf Mastery Podcast: 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

130 How Details Transform Surfing, Self-Talk & Relationships with Kyle Thiermann
19/11/2025 | 1h 8 mins.
What if the key to mastering any craft - surfing, storytelling, relationships, or even table tennis - lies in simply slowing down and noticing the smallest details? In a fast-paced world that often rewards intensity and output, we easily overlook the quiet power of presence and reflection. Whether you're navigating the chaos of Mavericks or confronting inner narratives, this episode reveals how attention to detail can reshape not just your performance, but your perspective on life itself. Discover why focusing on one small detail - like the placement of your back foot - can dramatically improve your surf sessions and silence self-doubt. Learn how table tennis taught Kyle Thiermann a life-altering lesson about humility, ego, and mastery that spills over into his big wave surfing. Explore how interviewing his parents not only led to his new book but also transformed his relationships and deepened his empathy through the art of asking better questions. Listen now to uncover how Kyle Thiermann's philosophy of detail and reflection can elevate not just your surfing, but your entire approach to growth and connection. Kyles' - Book: https://geni.us/onelastqbeforeyougo Website: https://www.kylethiermann.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/kyle_tman/ Kyle was first on the show in 2018 - episode 27 Kyle Thiermann is a surfer, podcast host, and author of One Last Question Before You Go, a book about why you should interview your parents. www.surfmastery.com Music: Leo Meizoso - Soul Elegance The Surf Mastery Podcast: For the passionate surfer - whether you're a weekend warrior, a surf dad, or an older surfe - 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

129 Lineup Strategy, Surfing Technique and Reading the Ocean with Surf Coach Matt Scorringe
11/11/2025 | 58 mins.
What if the key to unlocking your best surfing isn't how you ride a wave - but how you read the ocean before you even paddle for it? Whether you're a seasoned surfer or just stepping up to steeper waves, too many of us overlook the 99% of surfing that happens off the board. In this eye-opening episode, elite surf coach Matt Scorringe shares why ocean knowledge - not tricks or turns - is the hidden edge that separates good surfers from great ones. If you've ever felt lost in the lineup, struggled with wave selection, or wondered how top surfers always seem to be in the right spot, this conversation is for you. Discover the missing piece in most surf coaching: how reading the ocean gives you faster decision-making, greater confidence, and better waves. Learn how to turn crowded lineups into a game of strategy, not frustration, using Matt's unique "first line of defense" approach. Explore how treating the ocean like a playground—not a proving ground - can unlock more joy, progression, and long-term success in your surfing journey. Hit play now to learn how rethinking your approach to wave reading and lineup dynamics can instantly elevate your surfing experience. https://www.theartofsurfing.com Use Discount Code: "surfmastery25" for 25% discount on Matts Academy and Remote coaching program. Matts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattyscorringe/?hl=en For more visit www.surfmastery.com Music: "Fernweh" by Nachur The Surf Mastery Podcast: 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

128 Surfing Etiquette and the Evolution of Surf Culture with Holly Beck
14/10/2025 | 1h 23 mins.
Is the surfer catching the most waves always the best surfer in the lineup - or just the loudest? Surfing is more crowded than ever, and the line between etiquette and entitlement in the lineup is getting blurry. Whether you're new to surfing or a seasoned local, understanding the evolving ethics of surf culture can make or break your session - and everyone else's. Hear Holly Beck share how her transformation from competitive surfer to retreat leader changed her perspective on surf etiquette. Learn why the unspoken "rules" of the lineup are more complex than just "who's deepest," and how understanding nuance can lead to a better surf experience. Discover how surf culture can shift towards empathy and inclusivity without sacrificing skill, tradition, or respect. Tune in to hear a refreshingly real and nuanced conversation that will challenge how you think about surfing, sharing waves, and what it truly means to be the best surfer in the water. https://surfwithamigas.com www.surfmastery.com The Surf Mastery Podcast: 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



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