Whether you’re a natural footer or a goofy footer, your back arm (right arm for naturals, left arm for goofies) plays a crucial role. Imagine trying to run while throwing one arm backward—it would throw off your balance, right? The same goes for surfing. Beginners and intermediates often struggle with this, but simply reaching your back arm forward can align your entire stance and direct you where you need to go. Understanding this simple tip can transform your surfing experience! #SurfingLife #

Goofy is one of the oldest terms in board sports and we have Goofy himself to thank for the term of “Goofy Stance”. In board sports, if you are riding your board Right foot forward, you are riding “Goofy” stance. On the opposite, if you are riding your board Left foot forward, you are riding “Regular” stance. Back in 1937 Disney put out a cartoon called “Hawaiian Holiday” where you will watch Goofy surfing a wave with his right foot forward. At that time there wasn’t a term for riding right foot