BEST How to bodyboard hack: rookie turned pro in 15 minutes with these easy tips!

[@toma9355]

This is by far the best tutorial! We moved to Hawaii, and struggled. After watching, my kiddo and I consistently catch waves in, minutes after watching

[@MidAgedDad]

That makes me so happy to hear! Thank you!!! 🙌🙏🤩🌊🏄‍♀️🏄‍♂️🏄

[@DeeSeaAreEss]

You turned me from a drowning baldy, into a Dad Bod Body Boarding super star

[@MidAgedDad]

Awesome!!! Thanks for the feedback! I’m glad it helped! 🙌🌊🏄‍♂️

[@laxmigreen2274]

Loved this. Thankyou. I’m a Grannie and I’m going to start boogie boarding. Wish me luck.

[@thatgirl3960]

Thank you so much for this video! It’s hard watching the pro videos when you just buildin* up the courage to get into the water! You made it feel doable! Much appreciated.

[@morgankoler2171]

I love this video so much. All the other vids are like here's how to be a pro in 5 seconds and I'm like dude how do I just stay on haha. This is the exact tutorial we all need. Legend

[@MidAgedDad]

Thank you! That really means a lot and that is exactly why I made this video! ❤️👍🙌

[@ttwinsandmomwithlove]

Exactly how do I just stay on lol. Great video, showed me and my boys exactly what we needed to know.

[@tristan3947]

Great video for beginners. I learned to bodyboard by accidentally riding my first wave from super far out! After feeling that super fun thrill, I just taught myself to do it over and over again. This video will help lots of people.

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@timothyvanjaarsveld9202]

You felt the stoke😌👌

[@larissasingleton4807]

This is the same with me. I accidentally discovered what was taking me further. Trying not to get in anyone's way in a small area where life guards are watching is the difficult part.

[@timothyvanjaarsveld9202]

This video has the best humblest vibe ever thanks for the tutorial my guy🤙

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@krisl9238]

Nice video - you're totally right. I was learning my front down but it felt weird, but it worked. Now I know it was right, and a better place to position my MUCH bigger 45" board! Mahalo

[@MidAgedDad]

Awesome! I’m glad it works for you too! Thanks for the feedback!!!!

[@johnmillstead8396]

Thanks for posting. I just unpacked my 1st board and I’m 55. Can’t wait to hit the beach.

[@MidAgedDad]

Awesome! Have fun!

[@JewelKFrost]

YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!! Welcome to the club

[@rcppop3090]

Hell yeah bud!

[@bw8691]

👍 When I hear waves at our summer lake cottage I can’t wait to body board. Middle +age mom.

[@gabrielfonseca3247]

Si yo también 55, hace 10 que juego así en la orilla, no me importa, es muy divertido , excelente video.

[@rcppop3090]

I’m 245 catch waves on a 42.5 Science and I’m a Dadbod 44 year old 😂 love this video! My kids and I have great times on the water together and that’s what it’s really all about! Great video bud!

[@MidAgedDad]

Thank you! 🙌👍

[@sharonbell2041]

Thanks for all the starting to body board hints. Will let you know how I do

[@MidAgedDad]

Great! I’m looking forward to hearing how you do!

[@jesusochoa6198]

You right this is the best KZbin video of boarding so far

[@MidAgedDad]

Thank you!!! ✌️🙌👍

[@Philtec]

Really helped me too, great video. People forget to wax the front and side of your board for better grip! Thanks for the info - Phil south coast UK.

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@DrRaiyoon]

Thank you so much, and I took it well on the beach thanks to you. My son praises me for being cool.

[@MidAgedDad]

That is awesome!

[@homemademusic7]

Just body boarded with my daughter for the first time today, and I was doing everything wrong….everything lol. Great tips and great video! Gonna try it out tomorrow. God bless

[@MidAgedDad]

Awesome! I hope it goes well. Good luck! 👍

[@lynib5684]

Going to tomorrow with my new board! 41 years with a 41 inch!!!! BRB

[@MidAgedDad]

Alright! I’m 41 too and finally learned how to do it. I hope my tips help you!

[@jinsingjenny3080]

Thank you so much. In Hawaii right now & needed help figuring this body board out🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@MidAgedDad]

Awesome! I’m jealous but I really hope you have a great time and enjoy the water! 👍🙌❤️

[@MJ-sx7jn]

I’ve watch a lot of “how to boogie board” videos & THIS is the best instructional video I’ve seen!!!!! 👍👍👍👍

[@MidAgedDad]

Thank you! That means a lot!

[@stickshiftt9127]

This video was great for normal folk!!! Nice job

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback! 🙌

[@spurious5557]

This is great advice for if you just want to catch white water waves casual. I think that you will find the vids you were watching were actually about riding in a more advanced way and on clear water waves.

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks! I appreciate the feedback!

[@herculeslianos3828]

Middle aged dad visiting Maui with wife and 8yr old daughter. Cheers for this!

[@MidAgedDad]

Great! Let me know how it goes! Good luck!👍

[@jesussalcedo2010]

Great video... Also add some surf wax. You can get it at a surf shop or ask another surfer.

[@TheDewynter18]

Loved the tutorial! You kept it simple and easy to understand. I loved the humor too! I got the second joke right🤣 thank you so much for sharing! I was wondering at about how deep into the water one should go to get good waves? Thanks again!

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback! Good luck!

[@douggrey6253]

Thank you very much, best video I’ve seen on boogie boarding, although our vacation is about over and as an older Dad first timer I did okay, this was good to know for next time...had a blast in Maui! Thanks!

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@bearzakes4459]

Thanks a lot man 👏… your video helped me a lot..from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@MidAgedDad]

Great! Thanks for the feedback! I’m glad it helped! 👍👍👍🙌

[@ThomMahan]

Thanks for the cool dad mojo brother!! Heading to Oceanside, CA in a couple weeks with my 9 year old daughter. Cheers mate....

[@MidAgedDad]

Thank YOU for the feedback! I hope it goes well! Good luck to you and your daughter! 🌊🏄‍♂️🏄‍♀️🙌

[@yorkshirecoastadventures1657]

Best beginner vid on the subject I've seen.Thanks. Now for practice fun.

[@MidAgedDad]

Thank you! I hope it helps!

[@Anonym9x]

Thanx for this uncomplicated and short video with helpful tricks

[@rnmarlin]

Very informative, fellow Dad-bro! Your video was not only more enjoyable to watch, but also easier for the extreme novice (my wife). You are much better at explaining how to boogie board than I am. Thanks brother! Gnarly 🤙🏽

[@MidAgedDad]

Great! Thanks for the feedback, man!

[@hannahw111]

LMAO this is one of the more entertaining body boarding videos on YT (: good job man! I ride Myrtle beach waves on days off and after work as much as I can. Body boarding is extremely fun and it’s a great workout!

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@teetosmusic]

Sure is! my arms and mid were sore after, and i was like “dang, felt like a work out”

[@NFLeditShi]

I’m going to the beach in a min and ima try theses steps!

[@mal38dimi]

Best bodyboarding video for beginners

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the great feedback!!!

[@evepio3427]

Thank you so much! My daughter and I are gonna try it for the first time on Labor day weekend!

[@MidAgedDad]

Fantastic! Let me know how it goes! 🌊🏄‍♂️🙌

[@seanh5763]

Just got done with a Myrtle Beach getaway with my family of four (two sons) and made the mistake of not getting boards ahead of time, but found decent ones at a nearby Dicks Sporting Goods.. I wish I would have looked into it sooner, but was able to scope out a few guys who knew what they were doing (just like you showed) and finally got the hang of it! I thought it was self-explanatory (I’ve done plenty of skiing/wakeboarding/kneeboarding) but I was WRONG! lol.. I’m 41, but looking forward to next year when I can get out there with my boys and shred some waves! (AKA just ride waves is good enough)

[@MidAgedDad]

Glad you had a great time!

[@Accumulator1]

I wanted a body board if I am ever able to go back to the beach. Funny you mentioned Dicks. I bought one from there. Then got studying at it. Even tho I am fairly light I found a 42" board at Academy Surplus somewhat pricey. So now I have two ready. Just want to make it happen one time.

[@KennyFishbone]

Learned more in 5 minutes than 30 or 40 minutes of other so called "beginner" video. Thanks

[@MidAgedDad]

Awesome! Thanks for the feedback! 👍🙌

[@MrAdamEvans]

An video for actual newbies - great, thanks dude.

[@MidAgedDad]

You’re welcome! I hope it helps! 👍

[@MidwayO_O]

The only video I found that actually helped

[@saivitewilson141]

Perfect! Best vid I have watched so far!

[@MidAgedDad]

Great! Thanks for the feedback! Good luck! 🌊🏄✌️

[@Squats200]

Really related to you advice meht as you talk about the mistakes youve made and how to overcome them 👍🏻

[@MidAgedDad]

Glad to hear! Thanks for the feedback! 👍

[@TravelFunMusic]

Great vibe. Loved the dad jokes. Great tips. Thanks! I'm about to start body boarding again in middle age after a looooong break. 😆

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@JewelKFrost]

Thanks for the valuable instruction. Going to continue to work on the technique. You make this so easy.

[@MidAgedDad]

Please let me know how it goes! I had tried and tried and always failed until my daughter showed me the techniques I share here. I shot the footage in this video ten minutes later. It really worked for me.

[@JewelKFrost]

@@MidAgedDad it DOES work. About 4 weeks ago, I caught a beautiful wave at Cowell's, I saw her coming, I rode that baby into shore then all of a sudden, I was like air-bound, hey, where's my wave and BAM I dropped and hit the shore. It was success as far as I was concerned. Just hit Doran's weekend before last...had calm to work on my paddling, balance, etc. Caught a few nice waves coming in. I suggest watching these videos before you go out until they become second nature.

[@MidAgedDad]

I’m so happy to hear about your success! That made my day! Thank you -!: keep having fun!!! ❤️👍🌊🏄‍♂️

[@foxnowArchive]

So lovely this video!! It's mostly easy way to surfing for body board😊

[@MidAgedDad]

Thank you!

[@Daniel-fp6dl]

Thanks mate. That's useful and easy to understand.

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback! I’m glad it was helpful! 👍👍👍

[@paulmateiputinica9629]

Cool video m8. Jokes at the end killed me. Thx for the tips

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks! You made my day!

[@emily2564]

Thanks! This was the video I was looking for!!

[@MidAgedDad]

Great! Thanks for the heads up and good luck! 👍 🙌

[@CalvinlovesLucy]

Thanks for this, there's so much pressure to be right first time, it's great to have someone giving realistic advice 👍

[@MidAgedDad]

That’s right. Don’t be afraid to look like an idiot until you get the hang of it. I know I did but now I have a blast. Good luck!

[@michaellrakes5521]

Yeah, pretty much covered all the key basics to get out there and ride a wave! Unfortunately, I had to learn the hardest way ( getting showed up by a bunch of 9-12 year old kids while I'm a middle aged dad lmao) but, I payed attention to what it was they were doing and figured it out. The best advice and you gave it here is: get in FRONT of the wave. I sat out there for 2 trips to the beach, getting waves smacking me and just kinda lumbering off going nowhere but behind the waves. Seeing the kids around me dart off like a bullet, I noticed they would get out to where the waves crested and time their launch just BEFORE the wave would impact. So I tried it and sure enough, was able to ride at least 100ft or better into shore lol These days I've gotten a whole lot better and can actually even do a FEW tricks but it was a long, embarrassing process

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback! From one middle-aged dad to another 🙌👍

[@switchi4742]

thanks for tips. I always hit the sand and it hurts

[@nicolecato634]

Thank you good sir for all us goofy kids at heart

[@MidAgedDad]

😂👍

[@danielvaldez158]

Dude!! Great video. Thanks for sharing all your mistakes and how you fixed them to get better waves. People want to get insane waves when your run of the mill wave timed right can give you incredible rides. Keep up the great work. 🤙

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks, man! I really appreciate it! 🙌

[@theadventuresoffife]

Thanks for the tips, got mine in the post

[@charlieb5487]

Loved the humour my dude, and the tips too.

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks! I hope the tips help!

[@elimarseli]

That was a very fun video to watch. Made me want to go ride the waves 🌊 ASAP!

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@pollypetal87]

Thanks ......Im 59 and im going to try soon.......

[@MidAgedDad]

That’s great to hear! Let me know how it goes! 👍

[@mystikmeg]

Good tips. Thanks 🙏

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks!

[@laurabenigno5720]

Fun video! Thx for posting

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks!

[@mickc3287]

Great tips for beginners

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@tanfastictrancer-bowserapp8350]

Great video dude ⬅️ (see I’ve got the lingo right 😀 I hope) 58 yrs young and started last year, love it. Going Monday to North Cornwall for the day with new wet suit and equally enthusiastic granddaughters for a fun beach day on our boards. Last year I would also hit the wave to late so great tips mate (sorry - dude) and I’ll put them into practice on Monday 😃🏄‍♂️🏖

[@MidAgedDad]

Awesome! Have fun and let me know how it goes!

[@janeparker9698]

We just got back from Cornwall and tried body boarding for the first time loved it and can't wait to go back next year and try again x

[@tanfastictrancer-bowserapp8350]

@@janeparker9698 yep 👍 my day was awesome too. It’s very addictive and I lost count of how many times I said yeh coming out just one more wave 🌊 😄

[@janeparker9698]

@@tanfastictrancer-bowserapp8350 ha same half hour later oh just one more wave then 🤣

[@lohr9714]

Best learning video out there thanks 🤙🏼

[@MidAgedDad]

Thank you! I really appreciate the feedback!!!

[@thestrenghtedge]

in hawaii right now trying to figure out on to catch waves and this is by far the best video i’ve seen. exactly what i needed ! thank you 🫡

[@joelbrennecke2222]

#2 to help with YOUR TIMING if you are standing sideways, like a karate stance, you will feel the undertow on your legs, the strength will tell you if it’s a meh, good or great wave and also timing. It’s only a few seconds after you feel the pull and all the points you made on #2 is spot on.

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the tips!

[@obxsurfandsoundfishing4085]

Finally a real vid for real guys!!!!!

[@MidAgedDad]

Thank you!

[@jaysoncolbert6187]

Nice video, I think you're ready for a bit deeper water. Like chest high and when the wave comes the level will drop. Then u can really ride it for a while and have the time to see how different angles give u different results

[@MidAgedDad]

I’ll definitely try it next time! Thanks for the feedback! 😃👍

[@StephanieDass]

Hahaha this brought me so much joy!! 😂 Btw you’re totally speaking my language so thank you 🙌🏽 I watched a few of those pro ones and I was like what? But I could totally relate to all the things you were saying. I can’t wait to get back out there and try again now 😆

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback! Good luck! 👍👍👍

[@PBHitman1973]

Excellent video, the last 20 seconds bomded though. 🤣 🤙🏻

[@MidAgedDad]

Don’t like the jokes, huh? 😆 thanks for the feedback!

[@MidAgedDad]

@chief rocka: knock knock.

[@jesusmarquez6671]

Great ! Thank You.

[@MidAgedDad]

You’re welcome! 👍🙌

[@Travelwoman76]

Love this video 🌊

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback! 🙌🏄‍♂️🌊

[@Mohamed-yp9fv]

Thank you!

[@MidAgedDad]

👍

[@neoflix59]

Just brilliant 🤙

[@MidAgedDad]

Thank you! 👍

[@fartymcparty]

2:26 you use that position if you have flippers. because your foot and flipper is under the water so hat you can gain more speed. (if your pushing off the sandbsank, they put he board around your thighs)

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the tip!

[@gregcolbourne8808]

What type of body board are you using in this s video?

[@MidAgedDad]

Greg, it is a board made by the surfing clothing brand quiet storm. They don’t sell it online but I linked to an almost identical one in the description of the video that you can order through Amazon. I hope this helps!

[@MJ88866]

Whats the song used?

[@MidAgedDad]

Surf Monster by Farrant and Rawson. Soundtrack file in iMovie.

[@MJ88866]

@@MidAgedDad thanks

[@teetosmusic]

This past weekend i was out there on the kiddie board wondering the same thing(why tf am i sinking?!) then i put two and two together when i saw kids with the same size board as mine.. and a surfer guy looking at me weird. Went and got a big one🤣. I rode it a little, but didn’t know the mechanics of body boarding. I cant wait to try these tips!

[@MidAgedDad]

Haha. That’s how I started. Let me know how it goes!

[@htt9816]

Thanks so much

[@MidAgedDad]

✌️🙌🏄‍♂️🌊

[@Tracie.....]

The waves aren't much as I'm in east England but I'm planning on going out for the first time tomorrow. This is the best video I've found. Thanks. I got a joke for you. Totally unrelated to yours but it made me laugh and groan. What do you call a cavemans fart? A blast from the past. I'm leaving now....👣

[@MidAgedDad]

🤣 I love it! Good to hear from the UK 🇬🇧! I spent two weeks there last summer and loved it! I hope to be back soon!

[@Tracie.....]

@MidAgedDad hope you visit soon. You should come to my seaside town and show me some tips with bodyboarding.

[@rebeccalarason306]

Thanks

[@MidAgedDad]

You’re welcome! 👍

[@ianclover7655]

Great video. Need to try these tips. Subscribed. 🤘

[@MidAgedDad]

Awesome. Let me know how it goes!

[@kingofallwhites]

Where is that beach?

[@MidAgedDad]

This was Coligny Beach at Hilton Head.

[@kingofallwhites]

@@MidAgedDad Do you ever worry about bull sharks in there? The water looks a little murky.

[@MidAgedDad]

@@kingofallwhites I try to not think about sharks when I’m at the beach. 😁 of course I keep an eye out for them but the percentages of people attacked are so low that I really don’t think about it. And I stay in pretty shallow water.

[@mbyte84]

Incoming tide = low or high tide?

[@MidAgedDad]

Good question. It could be either. The tide could be low but the energy has shifted and it is starting to come back in, or it could be pretty high but still rising a bit.

[@juniorngatuakana9803]

Bloody I'm holidaying at the beach and I've had it wrong all this time. Can't wait to get back in the water now. I've been boarding wrong all this time.

[@MidAgedDad]

Let me know how it goes when you try it again!

[@juniorngatuakana9803]

Mate. It took some attempts. But you are right. You have to get the timing right jumping just before the wave and the angle you have the board. But when you get it. I was buzzing! When you get the right angle and you take off at the right time. You see the wave actually taking the board underneath it. It's crazy. Thanks man. I'm gonna try some more tomorrow. Waves weren't big. But I when done right. It's a BUZZ! Thanks man.

[@juniorngatuakana9803]

Also I noticed when I really leave forward. Have my hands positioned up high. I had little control of the board. So I just had my hands closer to the middle.

[@MidAgedDad]

@@juniorngatuakana9803 awesome! Im so glad you’re getting the hang of it and having fun!!! 🏄‍♂️🌊🙌

[@juniorngatuakana9803]

Lean forward that is*

[@robertweber8936]

Helped me thanks bro

[@MidAgedDad]

Great! Thanks for the feedback!

[@BrandNewMe]

Are there boards for people over 185 lbs?

[@MidAgedDad]

Yes! Try this one: amzn.to/3NFDZo2 or this one: amzn.to/3Dqm2W1

[@onefixitman]

Good to hear because I am fat. I bought a morey big kahuana 44 inch board for my big butt to have some fun. Thanks for the great video.

[@MidAgedDad]

Thanks for the feedback! Have fun!

[@dimascustoms9067]

Great tips, thanks!

[@MidAgedDad]

Let me know how they work for you. Once you get the hang of it, it’s a blast!!! Have fun!

[@dimascustoms9067]

@@MidAgedDad Your tips helped me ride some waves. Wow! What a blast. I felt like a kid running back into the ocean every time. Thanks again! 🤙

[@MidAgedDad]

Awesome! I’m so glad to hear it! Thanks for the feedback!

[@n.b.1267]

Great, thanks. that's exactly what I was looking for.

[@MidAgedDad]

Awesome! Thanks for the feedback! Good luck! 🌊🏄‍♂️

[@234-o9d]

You are the best

[@MidAgedDad]

Haha. You are too kind.

[@XHello.KittyX]

My dad sent me this so I can watch this, because we’re going to outer banks in a couple days!

[@MidAgedDad]

Great! I hope you have an awesome time! Let me know how it goes! 🙌🌊🏄‍♀️

[@jaquecousteau2976]

Don’t forget fins are essential! And don’t go straight like a kook, after you kick into the wave and it lifts you turn left or right depending which way is the better ride.

[@carmenmarryshow3164]

God bless 🙏 you Wing 🌊 Surfing Stanley Stillwater

[@MidAgedDad]

Thank you!

[@sandeepbharaj2661]

Option C. I get we want the history of OT but it’s going to cost so much for the other 2 options and be a project nightmare

[@henrygafailee]

Watch to the end... Love the "reward" LOL

[@MidAgedDad]

You’re a glutton for punishment, aren’t you? 😂

[@daqiancheng4336]

0:23 Yeah Baby WOOO!

[@MidAgedDad]

🌊🏄‍♂️🙌👍

[@danalim9670]

Stoked🏄👍

[@danalim9670]

Lol just realized I've been using the same boog since 1994. I recommend waxing your boog, wear a rash guard, and try out some fins, it'll really help you catch even the tiniest waves and you'll be able to spend more time living the dream. Hth, keep on keepin' on🇺🇸

[@LIQUIDE]

Do bodyboard!

[@MidAgedDad]

👍🙌

[@nopity983]

Just remember, don't go out on bigger waves doing this. I see a lot of tourists here at Hawaii watching the locos ripping the waves, thinking it's that easy. There's been times me and the locos would have to help them get back in, which is both dangerous and not fun. So reminder, stay safe, and have fun.

[@MidAgedDad]

Great reminder! Thanks! 🤙

[@nopity983]

@@MidAgedDad Np!

[@ObsessiveCyclist]

In my mind, I’m Bodhi. A real searcher. In reality, I’m not even Johnny Utah at the beginning of Point Break. 😂 However, I now might, just might, stand a chance of staying on a bodyboard. Here’s hoping……(another middle-aged dad).

[@MidAgedDad]

Let me know how it goes!

[@danalim9670]

Ain't nuthin 2 it but 2 do it🤙🤙🤙

[@abrasive59]

Lol the jokes at the end im going to have to write those down

[@MidAgedDad]

😁

[@theovanstaden5766]

ok now just stand on it, lol just joking, Great video, hi from the east coast of south africa!

[@MidAgedDad]

Standing? Maybe next years video. 😉 thanks for the feedback!

[@travissadino7534]

I mean this is really bad but keep doing what your doing 🤙🏽

[@codywood8137]

Radical!