115 Handling Aggressive Surfers: Surf Coaching Tactics for Confidence, Respect & More Waves

Have you ever been snaked, dropped in on, or steamrolled by an aggressive surfer who seems to think they own the ocean? Find it hard to deal with localism?  Navigating the lineup isn't just about catching waves—it's about dealing with egos, entitlement, and sometimes flat-out intimidation. If you’ve ever felt powerless or frustrated by alpha surfers who constantly push the boundaries of etiquette, this episode offers a crucial shift in mindset and approach.   Learn how to gain respect in the lineup—even from surf legends like Laird Hamilton. Discover the psychological principles behind why some surfers bully and how to respond effectively. Get practical tips for standing your ground calmly and confidently without escalating conflict. Hit play now to learn how to hold your own in the lineup and start catching the waves you deserve. www.surfmastery.com The Surf Mastery Podcast For the passionate surfer—whether you're a weekend warrior, a surf dad, or an older surfer—this podcast is all about better surfing and deeper stoke. With expert surf coaching, surf training, and surfing tips, we’ll help you catch more waves, refine your paddling technique, and perfect your pop up on a surfboard. From surf workouts to handling wipeouts, chasing bigger waves, and mastering surf technique, we’re here to make sure you not only improve but truly enjoy surfing more—so you can get more out of every session and become a wiser surfer. Go from Beginner or intermediate Surfer to advanced