As a tool, wave pools could realize spectacular results in a shortened time frame for those motivated surfers willing to do the work. But like any tool, the technicians who will be advising the surfers must also be up to the job. I have seen no evidence one way or the other whether quality coaching is in place to get the most out of the wave pool environment. But this is a critical factor to a wave pool’s effectiveness for real surfer development.  How can wave pools sharpen the learning curve? Wave pools will allow surfers to train their surfing, or particular aspects of their performance, in a systematic and controlled fashion. Continual refinement of performance will be possible because surfers will be able to set-up and execute the same skill repeatedly for a session, or for multiple sessions. Importantly, if working with a coach, surfers could receive instant … Continue reading Veteran surf coach Martin Dunn on the best approach to wave pool training