Sunday, August 2, 2009

Bodyboarding in the Reuion Island

13th of July 2009

CAS element: Action
Time: 2 hours

Beach of Roches Noirs

17th of July 2009

CAS element: Action
Time: 2 hours


Beach of Roches Noirs

19th of July 2009

CAS element: Action
Time: 2 hours

Beach of Boucan Canot


22th of July 2009

CAS element: Action
Time: 3 hours


Beach of Etang Sale

23th of July 2009

CAS element: Action
Time: 2 hours


Beach of Roches Noirs

24th of July 2009

CAS element: Action
Time: 2 hours

Beach of Boucan Canot


30th of July 2009

CAS element: Action
Time: 3 hours

Beach of
Roches Noirs

31th of July 2009

CAS element: Action
Time: 2 hours


Beach of
Etang Sale

The Reunion Island is well known for its many surfing spots, however since I don't know how to surf I decided to bodyboard instead. It is simpler to learn and you can really enjoy it faster. At the beginning it was not easy; I even got myself injured because if you don't be careful there are some big waves that can throw you against rocks at the bottom of the sea. Nevertheless I learned quickly from my mistakes and I also observed a lot how the others manage to surf the wave. I did not give up and I actually was more motivated more than ever because I am not scared of waves and I love the sensation you feel and you manage to surf the wave for few seconds before the water closes down on you and rolls you down at the bottom of the sea. I often change beach as to try out all the different spots available around the place I stayed. Each spot is unique and has its own characteristics . This enabled be to quickly make improvement and to my surprised to discover the endless possibilities a simple board can offer on a wave with a bit of skills and determination.


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