If you have plenty of room to spare in your SUV then you can pack all the necessary surfing gears -- from surfboards to apparels so you won't have to buy additional gears when you reach your destination. For starters, the main equipment you need to bring is your surf board and a board repair or cleaning kit. Getting a Board The first step to learn surfing is to first get your own board that you will be using for the sport. Surfing classes will provide you with basic boards to practice but having your own develops a familiarity with your equipment that is quite convenient for you later on. If it's your first time to buy a board then you might want to ask an expert to give you some tips on how to pick the right one. It is best to do your research in advance before signing them up for the course. Ask for their flyers that highlight that cost of the course and the type of training they will be put under. Also, check the venue of the surfing camp to see if it is favorable for your kids -- ensuring that they are 100% safe while you're not there keeping a close eye on them while they're learning the basics. You can mark the board as reference in the future -- but you need to make sure that you are well balanced before you attempt the swells to avoid getting wiped out. Tip 3: Know the Best Locations to Surf If you want to be an expert surfer then you need to try out other locations than the local surfspot to really get into the spirit of the sport. Novice surfers are so excited with the idea of cruising the waves that they tend to forget to arm themselves with the basic skills and preparations to avoid getting into trouble when out in the water. The best way to avoid accidents due to your inexperience is to enroll in surfing lessons first before heading out into the swells. Survey the Location No surfer should surf in a beach without knowing what they're up against. It is an important preparation to scour the surfspot for hidden risks, like shallow areas with coral or sharp rocks, sand bars, or any physical obstacles that can put your life at risk when you surf the waves.