ABW June 2016-1

Yippee I did it!!!
Time for some
practical lessons
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They teach people of all ages and backgrounds how
to surf in a safe, controlled environment. Part of
the Tropical Swells program is a series of intensive
surf camps that begin at a wave pool in Subic Bay.
The wave pool is used to teach the basics of surfing,
to learn about balance and to confidently stand
on the board, varying their stance and position as
the waves propel the board forwards. Once that is
achieved, students graduate to the ocean where
the waves and currents are far less predictable than
those in the pool. Trained instructors such as Virgil
Ramos, Santy Jiminez and Mark Anthony who know
pretty much all there is to know about surfing in the
Philippines will be there to guide students each step
of the way.
ABW attended a promotional trial at a Subic Bay resort
that was met with great enthusiasm by wanna-be
surfers. The method of teaching is innovative and
safe and is sure to be another winner in promoting
surfing and water safety. It is also the type of program
that could usefully be incorporated into a school
curriculum to give pupils greater confidence in the
water.
This is what some of the would be surfers had to say
about Tropical Swells:
Ian Delapena aged 32, said it was his first ever
attempt to try surfing and [it] was very challenging
and [an] excellent way to learn to surf, and yes he
will continue.
Melanie Manata aged 33, was very nervous at first
but she soon got her confidence and is now going to
further pursue learning to surf.
Richelle Galvan who accompanied ABW and has
never been near a surfboard before, was asked by
the instructors to try out so she could see first-hand
how effective their training method is, enjoying the
experience. She quickly adapted and said it was not
only a safe and sure way to learn to surf but was a
lot of fun in the process.
This is a new, safe and unique way to learn to surf
and will become very popular. Active Boating and
Watersports wish the organizers every success in
their endeavors.
For further information and to book for your surfing
lessons see page opposite for contact details.