If you want to give your children surfing lessons it’s critical that you know how to surf very well yourself.  You don’t want your child to get hurt whiling learning to surf.  If  you don’t surf and are not a skilled waterman or women leave teaching the sport of surfing to your child to a professional.  If you are an expert on a surfboard then the best way to start is by riding tandem with offspring.  Tandem surfing with a child is super safe and a great way to be able to coach your child in real-time.  Tandem surfing is also a great way to bond with your child.