Choosing the right board for beginners

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…

ESA Southeast Regionals

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…

2017 Surf Shop Challenge

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…