Surfing Etiquette is imperative whether you are surfing the lakes or in the ocean. Etiquette needs to be followed by every surfer from beginner to advanced. Be an educated surfer; learn these rules as described by a local Hawaiian surfer for a safe, enjoyable surf session.

• Surfer closest to the peak has the right of way

• Don’t drop in on someone, look right and left before you takeoff

• Pull out of the wave if you takeoff in front of someone

• Paddle out around the shoulder of the wave, not through the middle

• Don’t go out in surf bigger than you can handle

• When an accident occurs, ask the other surfer if they’re okay

• Be courteous and respectful of others in the water

• Teach the keiki, respect the kupuna

Malama Ke Kai, cherish da sea