With expert coaching and daily video analysis, Thomas found the fast track to better waves
When Thomas signed up for our Costa Rica and El Salvador camps, he had a hunch it might help him level up. What he didn’t expect was just how fast and how far his riding would progress.
We caught up with him during the final days of the Costa Rica trip to hear how coaching, video analysis and back-to-back sessions had revolutionised his approach to bodyboarding.
A Learning Curve that Delivers Fast Results
Thomas came into the camp with experience. As a mogul skier, he knew what it felt like to figure things out on your own, but also how transformative proper coaching can be.
“Doing a mogul clinic transformed my skiing. I thought maybe a bodyboarding clinic would do the same... and it did. Totally transformed and revolutionised my bodyboarding.”
From day one, Thomas committed to the feedback process, especially the daily video analysis that is a key part of our coaching. Seeing his own positioning and wave selection on screen brought a whole new level of self-awareness.
“They can tell you to get more forward on the board, but when you actually see yourself lagging behind, it’s like — no, I don’t want to be that guy. I want to look like I know what I’m doing.”
The Power of Video Coaching
Our daily video breakdowns gave Thomas the tools to make real progress every single session. From learning where to hold speed on the wave to recognising small adjustments that make a big difference, the visual feedback became a game changer. Check out the video to get a feeling of the video coaching experience.
“You think you’re doing something right, but then you see the footage and realise where you could’ve stayed higher or been earlier. That’s where the breakthroughs happen.”
A Complete Transformation
Thomas in El Salvador during week one, practicing his trimming.
Getting his bottom turn locked in on El Salvadors perfect conditions.
Moving to Costa Rica and mastering the scoop, the fundamental move to setting up for a barrel.
Mission accomplished! At the end of week two in Thomas was pulling in to barrels like this!
Having joined us in both Costa Rica and El Salvador, Thomas finished the trip a different rider from when he started. His commitment to the process and openness to feedback paid off in style.
“To have a professional say my riding has really improved - that means a lot. I’ve been getting big cutbacks, arching my back more - improvements across the board.”
We couldn’t be more stoked to see Thomas’s progress and passion for the sport. It’s been a pleasure having him on the trip and we can’t wait to welcome him on another adventure soon.
Ready to level up your riding just like Thomas?
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