Surfing is often described as one of the most rewarding sports—but it’s also one of the most challenging. Progress can feel slow, and it’s easy to get frustrated when you…
Our Story backYARD started as a group of local surfers and coaches who grew up in Ericeira. We’ve spent our lives in these waves—they were our backyard. That’s where the…
Winter in Portugal brings powerful swells, fewer crowds, and some of the best waves of the year—but it also comes with colder water, strong winds, and unpredictable conditions. If you…
Let’s start with this: what you might call a "warm-up" is just one part of a broader system we call Preparation for Movement. Before stepping into the water, how you…
The Relational Surfing Approach Beyond Performance At backyard Surf Club, we’ve create the backYARD Method, a unique and innovative coaching strategy that redefines what it means to excel in surfing.…
The 2025 WSL season is about to kick off, and we’re stoked to invite you to our official backYARD Surf Club Fantasy League. Test your knowledge, strategy, and luck against…
We’re rolling out a new content to keep things real and useful. No filler, no forced marketing—just solid content for people who actually want to surf.
Surf skating can work wonders for your surf technique—it allows you to isolate and replicate movements repeatedly until they become automatic. To master a skill, you must practice it many…
The term "surf coaching" is often misused and confused with surf training. Many assume it’s only for advanced surfers, focusing on perfecting maneuvers or tackling bigger waves. But coaching is…
As a surf coach, I believe it's essential to look at the topic with care and balance. This article aims to present a fair view of surf skating.