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The stoke of riding a wave is hard to describe, one that even a man-made wave pool could achieve. Add the power, life and wonders of the ocean into the mix and surfing becomes an experience that is almost hard to describe. It’s why we feel different after an encounter...

The ocean has a magical way of bringing joy and calm, and we believe its healing powers should be accessible to everyone, regardless of physical or mental ability. That’s why Stoked Surf, in partnership with African Blue Tours Accessible Division, sponsors beach...

As two surfers, we had always dreamed of raising a little surfer girl. We imagined family surf sessions from the moment she could stand on a board, epic adventures in search of waves, and maybe one day, seeing her become a surf coach in our business.Grace enjoying a...

Looking for the ultimate surf experience in Cape Town? Here are five great reasons to choose Stoked Surf’s mobile surf school for your next adventure:   Reason 1: Meet Like-Minded Surfers When you share the ride with others to the beach, you’ll have the chance to...

Kelly Slater, one of the greatest surfers of all time is often quoted as saying, “The best surfer out there is the one having the most fun.” This couldn’t be more true, and we know that one of the main reasons why our rookie surfers are having the time of their lives...

For some, surfing is just a fun water sport to take part in now and again, for others, it’s a lifestyle. It’s more than simply getting in the water and riding the first wave. It’s like therapy. With surfing, you can take your time clearing your mind and body of any...

If you are looking to keep yourself busy after you enjoyed your stoked surfing lessons, Blouberg is truly the place to explore, filled with exciting and exhilarating activities. Whether you’re a tourist or a local from Cape Town and want to continue having fun in the...

As you’re already pumped to get started with your first (or maybe 10th surf lesson), you can easily forget to do some warm up exercises to ensure your body is primed and ready for the action to come.  Warming up before you get on your surfboard is crucial for...

So you’ve just finished your surf lesson with Stoked School of Surf, now what? What is there to do after learning how to surf?  Muizenberg aka ‘Berg, is one of Cape Town’s most popular beaches because of its friendly waves and great swimming spots. The beach is also a...

Finding that perfect surfboard is easier said than done as the generic factory-made boards most likely won’t meet your unique surfing needs. Just as some teenagers need their prom dress to be tailored to suit their unique body shape or some car fanatics want their car...

So you’ve decided you’re going ahead with surfing lessons, that’s awesome! Whether you’ve decided to buy your first surfboard or you’re renting one from the surf school, you’re probably wondering which is better for a beginner surfer such as yourself, a soft- or hard...

The Mother City has much more to offer than just beautiful landscapes, lekker people, and lively places to have a jol with friends. Cape Town has an abundance of popular beaches with perfect waves to get your surf stoke on. When you are visiting Cape Town, you’ll have...

I just had the most epic Thursday afternoon filled with surfing and great people but let me start from the beginning.  I was picked up at the McDonald's pickup point in Observatory by one of Stoked School of Surf's vans and one of the coolest drivers I've ever met,...

So you’ve done a few lessons or consider yourself an intermediate surfer and think you have the backline sussed. Now you find yourself in Cape Town without surf equipment and the waves are pumping…there are several options available to you. Find the description below...

The Right Fit So you've completed the 4-surf lesson package, know where the best surfing spots are, and now you're ready to buy your very own surfboard.   But before you do, it is important to consider a surfboard that is a good fit for you and your body type. Your...

I have always been hesitant to write a blog post about sharks and surfing in South Africa due to how controversial the issue has become of late. However, in light of the recent shark attack in Muizenberg (the first attack there in 11 years), which took place on Friday...

On our recent learn to surf trip along the Southern Cape, we had fun using our mobile phone to capture some of the special moments of this trip. The images below show that these surf trips are more than just learning to surf...they are about embracing the spirit of...

Welcome to Surfer Slang 101 I am sure a lot of you have seen that video of the surfer, tyring to explain his wave in what seems to be; a bunch of incoherent sounds.  Well now, you too can learn just what he was ‘talking’ about! Let us start off with the simple ones,...

May is great time of year to surfari around South Africa, especially if you're headed north. The land and sea temperatures get warmer as you venture further away from the Cape. The winter storms start to roll in fanning swell up the East Coast producing beautiful line...

So you’ve done the surf lessons bought the surfboard, know where to surf and now it’s time to get out there. Before setting foot into the ocean outside of the controlled surf lesson environment, there are a few golden rules that we encourage you to abide by to ensure...

Living in Cape Town one knows that experiencing all four seasons in one day is very likely due to the geography of the Cape Peninsula. When I left the Stoked Headquarters, the sun was shining between patches of light rain. Despite the dismal weather report, I headed...