Having the right size and shape surfboard is very important when learning how to surf. This can make all the difference. A surfboard that is sinking and is too small can leave you frustrated and ready to give up. When starting out for safety purposes, we use and recommend using a soft-top surfboard. Soft boards are…
Thompson Surf School students just wrapped up competing in the Eastern Surfing Association (ESA), Southeast Regional Championships over the weekend, April 21st-23rd. Several Thompson Surf School students were crowned champions of their divisions including (U18 Women Champion) Sophie Falzone, (U12 Boys Champion)Carl Burger, and (U14 Boys Champion) Ben McCarthy. This great results puts these guys…
Thompson Surf School head instructor Evan Thompson and brothers Cody, and Tristan lead team Sunrise Surf Shop to victory in the 2017 Regional Surf Shop Challenge event. Sunrise Surf Shops team consisted of three Thompson brothers and Sunrise Shop employee, shredder Garret Carmichael. The event is put on by Oakley and Surfer Magazine and brings…
Evan Thompson took out this years Redbull Night Riders Tow event held at Jacksonville Beach Pier. Evans brother and current surf instructor Tristan Thompson finished runner up, along with Balaram Stack. The event was jam packed with spectators from all over Jacksonville who came down to watch the high flying action. Other surfers in the…