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Skimboarding History and Basics

Lead Instructor:  Paulo Prietto
 Access:  Public   Status:  Active   Lesson:  Free (Registration Required)
Skimboarding has a storied past beginning on the beaches of Laguna and spreading to all parts of the world. Learn the origins of skim, how to get started in the sport, and the first basic moves to master.

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Lesson Chapters

  1. Introduction
  2. History of Skimboarding
  3. Evolution of the Skimboard
  4. Getting Started
  5. Where to Go
  6. Basics of Riding
  7. Conclusion

Lead Instructor

Paulo Prietto

Paulo started skimboarding in 1989 and now competes in numerous contests in the U.S. and Mexico at the professional level. He was ranked as the top skimboarder in 2005 and 2006 and has always enjoyed teaching skimboarding. He started the Solag Skim School in 2004 to pass on his knowledge and love of the sport to the next generation.

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Other Lessons in This Course

Free (Registration Required)

Skimboarding History and Basics

Learn skimboarding tips, tricks and techniques from Paulo Prietto.

Intermediate Skimboarding

Learn skimboarding tips, tricks and techniques from Paulo Prietto.

Competitive Skimboarding

Learn how to be a competitive skimboarder from Paulo Prietto.