The Board Doesn’t Feel Right. How Do I Know If I Need a Different Surfboard?
One of the most common conversations we have during our surf coaching weeks goes something ...
Surf IQ
The Surf IQ Collection is a curated series of articles designed to deepen your understanding of surfing.
Because surfing isn’t just physical — it’s technical, psychological, and environmental. To truly progress, you need more than water time. You need awareness.
Within this series, we explore the mindset behind confidence, the science of skill acquisition, and the mechanics of efficient movement. We break down technique, board control, wave reading, and ocean knowledge — alongside topics like nervous system regulation, fear, flow state, and performance recovery.
Surf IQ is about connecting the dots. The more you understand how surfing works, the more intelligently you can evolve within it.
Longboarding in Lombok: 15 Things That May Surprise You
If you’ve been researching longboarding in Lombok, you’ve probably already read plenty of ...
Surf IQ: Why One Coached Surf Can Be Better Than Three Free Surfs
One of the questions we get asked most often is:
"How many times a day do we surf?"
It's ...
Surf IQ: Surfboard Volume Explained – How to Choose the Right Litres for Your Surfboard?
Ever seen that little number in litres written on a surfboard? 34L? 58L? 70L?
Perhaps ...
Surf Camp vs Surf Coaching Retreat: What’s the Real Difference?
If you’ve been searching for a surf camp in Lombok, you’ve probably come across dozens of ...
The Mindful Surfer: 7 Ways the Ocean Sharpens Your Presence
Surfing isn’t just about speed, graceful logging or blasting your Instagram feed with photos ...
How Do I Surf Better? The Case for Slow Progression Versus Performance
It’s one of the most common questions we hear in the lineup or after a long surf session or ...
Surf Etiquette Guide 2026: What People Secretly Hate in the Line-up (And How Not to Be That Person)
Learn the surf etiquette most surfers forget and avoid being that person in the lineup. Read our guide and level up your surfing at Xanadu.
How Do I Know My Level of Surfing?
Discover your surf level with Xanadu. From first pop ups to advanced maneuvers, we’ll guide your surfing journey. Learn more and book your retreat today.
Surf IQ: The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Surf Conditions
Learn to read surf conditions with Xanadu’s beginner guide. Decode swell, wind and tides to catch better waves. Boost your surf IQ now.
Learning to Surf at 50 and Beyond: Is It Possible?
Think you’re too old to surf? Think again. Discover why 50+ is the perfect time to start surfing, with tips on boards, breaks and building confidence in the lineup.
Surf IQ: 7 Myths and Misconceptions Around Surfboard Dimensions
Ever wondered what those tiny numbers are on the bottom or deck of a surfboard?
Maybe ...
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