Surfing is more than a sport, it's a lifestyle
It's not uncommon to hear an experienced surfer say that "surfing is more than a sport, it's a lifestyle" and it didn't really mean anything to me at first, but I admit that now I understand better and I'm going to try to explain the meaning behind this expression.
As with any human activity, there comes a time when we want to connect with other members of our community. We all need to feel seen and understood, and that's what a community can help us achieve. It's also convenient to have friends who share similar interests and values; we can turn to them if we have questions or simply want to spend quality time.
It can be intimidating to start a new sport, but by being open and kind, you quickly realize that other people are too! In fact, the other blog posts can help you improve your knowledge on a variety of surfing-related topics to help you find your way around more easily.
Places where surfers hang out in Montreal
Even though there's no ocean nearby to surf, Montreal's surfing community is alive and well. There are several ways to meet other surfers in the city, the first being to take your board out and head to La Vague à Guy or Habitat67 for a river surfing session. For your first time, it's best to take an introductory lesson with KSF. Then, as you go back and forth, you often run into the same people, and that's the beginning of surfing friendships! After a surf session, to recharge your batteries, head to Après-Soleil. Otherwise, there's always Oasis Surf at Dix-30 with the Turf restaurant-bar to satisfy your surf and tropical cravings.
To stay up to date on events organized by the surfing community, there is the Vague à Guy Facebook group where all the news related to surfing in Quebec is announced, including the Olympics, the Vague à Guy classic, etc.
