There are times when a surfer can get closer to another surfer and collide. Try to remain as far away from swimmers as possible and keep a clear 180-degree view as much as possible to avoid dangerous situations. Know exactly how far you are from beach at all times. There are times when surfing is at its premium right before a storm or when currents are at their strongest. During this peak time, it is good to exercise caution for your own personal safety. Depending on how warm water may be you may have to be concerned with sharks. Although a shark attack is considered rare, there is always a possibility in some regions.

Surfing has become so popular that there are various spin-offs of this sport including windsurfing and kitesurfing, which allows user to reach heights of 20’ above ocean. Depending on location wave swells can grow upwards of 15-20’ high; so more experience you amass more challenges you will seek. All beginning surfers should take at least one or two lessons to get basics down. In no time at all you will be hunting monster waves and hanging ten with best of them.

Surfs up!

The answer to this question lies in ability, confidence and experience of player.

#4 Speed of feet

Here we are talking about basic running / sprinting motor skills.

Initial explosion and acceleration are vital to covering ground quickly. Speed of feet is without ball, and since it is without ball it is rarely in a straight line.

Therefore, as a players progress is often inhibited by other players they must adjust and change direction in relation to their team mates actions and those of opponents.

Explosive speed is generated from leg muscles stretching and contracting to achieve maximum power, but good running technique, driving through arms and co-ordination are also vital.

#5 Skill speed

Watching a player run at pace and carry ball is a truly awesome sight.

Sprinting full out while keeping possession and holding off any challenges from opponents to dribble and create an opportunity to shoot at goal is a tremendous ability.

This key skill though is still built on last point which is speed of feet.

However, while a player may be very quick is only advantageous if their ball manipulation and technical skills are as up to speed as their pace (pardon pun).

So, what can you do to help coach 5 key speed principles?

#1 Speed of thought - enable players to make their own decisions, that means give them lots of opportunites to make choices. Condition games so that it forces them to think.

Play soccer games with them, don't just do drill work. By playing games they will also gain experience which help them build their database from which to draw on.

Keep them motivated, players will not think unless they are motivated and stimulated to do so. Finally, let them be free of any fear and stress of making wrong decisions.

#2 Speed of anticipation - play more soccer, coach them through game.

Ask plenty of questions on how they are reading game development.

Offer your insights into positions they have taken up in relation to opponents advances, both strengths and weaknesses.

#3 Speed of reaction - use reaction balls, have goal keeper starting positions with their back to play and react to shots, play rebounds off walls.

Try not to use your whistle or command as key for reaction as this wouldn't happen in a real game so don't practice this way.

#4 Speed of feet - always, always warm muscles up before doing any speed work!

Do some sprints, keep it high intensity with short sharp bursts. Develop good running technique with use of speed ladders and hurdles.

Try using some different starting positions to like standing, from a jump and land, on their back, on their stomach, incorporate turns, feints and directional changes.

#5 Skill speed - make your training as game related as possible, focusing on speed with ball, movement, game related distances and challenge.

Hopefully this has given you some good food for thought, enjoy your training!

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