I want to learn to surf! does anyone know where the best place is for a total beginner?! I'll probably go in September and don't want anything too expensive! <BR> <BR>Charlotte

Charlotte, I'll give you the only help I can. I live in southern California and the only surf school I know of is Corky Carroll's school (past surfing champion). I looked in the phone book and couldn't find a number though. There are lots of surf shops all over the beach cities. If you are really determined, E mail me and I'll send you some phone numbers. They should be able to refer you.

Charlotte, <BR>Post on the Australian forum....you will get plenty of advise/suggestions there.

Where do you want to go, posters don't always realize that there specific post (Hawaii?) shows up under the general heading as well. <BR> <BR>You probaby don't need lessons, just a place to rent a good board and then practice (guys on the beach will be willing to give you all the advice/help you need). <BR> <BR>Good luck, and remember -- catch a wave and you're sittin' on top of the world. <BR> <BR>

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