How Long Does It Really Take To Learn To Surf?

"How long does it take to learn to surf?"

It's one of the most common questions we hear:

The honest answer depends on what you mean by "learn."

For some people, learning to surf means standing up and riding a wave for the first time. For others, it means paddling out on their own, catching waves independently, or eventually riding a shortboard.

The good news is that most people are capable of making much more progress than they think.