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Sat, Apr 2, 1 – 4 PM
The mission of BSA of Rockaway is to “make a positive impact on the surrounding community by bringing everyone together as one and by empowering the youth in a positive way whilst being active.” The lessons, which are free, are open to any child ages 4 to 16.
In addition to teaching kids how to surf, the kids also learn the way of the ocean. Some of these kids are scared of the water, so we’ll carry them in or let them get comfortable in the whitewash and show them that it’s fun. We also show them what rip tides look like so they know how to avoid them. During lessons, kids also learn surf etiquette. We talk about the do's and don’ts of letting loose, like always look to your right as that person has the right of way. We also show them how to paddle with their hands cupped and how to pop up on the board. We get them used to the movement before taking them out into the water.
“What it feels like to be in the ocean,” shares Lou Harris, CEO of the NYC chapter of the Black Surfing Association, “is you are extremely free. It’s therapeutic. It makes you forget for a little bit.”
Learn more at our website: http://bsarockaway.org/
Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-surfing-lessons-for-kids-teens-in-rockaway-beach-queens-registration-293363136037
