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Surfing is not a sport to be taken lightly. Dominating harsh waves is a prerequisite for surfing. For that, one needs courage and strength. Some adults might not be able to conquer the gigantic waves of the never-ending sea. In such a situation where experienced athletes might hesitate, this tiny little girl is shining like a nebula.

There are many child prodigies and wonders who surpass even their adult counterparts in a particular sport. Case in point, Bento Assis, a golfer who has been playing since he was 2 years old. Another example is Sofia Bogdanova, the Russian skating prodigy. She started practicing when she was four and has won World Championships as well. This little surfer, is also one of these outstanding kid athletes.

Baby’s day out on the waves

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Recently, an Instagram account by the name of surfing_dailys posted a video of a very young girl surfing expertly. The girl is merely 4 years old. Despite being so young, she was able to break through roiling waves and destroy the swells on her cool surfboard. The video was posted with the appropriate caption, “The determination and confidence of this girl- blows me away daily 🙌🏼😍”

 

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Even though she struggles to properly get placed on her board initially, the girl managed to get on it and finished beautifully. Many surfing fans showed their astonishment and appreciation at the fact that she was surfing so well at such a nascent stage in her life. Someone encouraged the little princess saying, “Congratulations princess!”. Another fan was amazed at what she could do, “Wow and Amazing…you go girl!” Someone else added that she was “Rocking it 👏👏👏😍🔥❤️”. Indeed, the little lady is nothing short of an absolute rockstar on the waves.

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Upon some research, it was found that she is an adorable half of a pair of twins who are both avid surfers. Their Instagram account is managed by their mother, and even though they are young, they are allowed to surf. However, under the supervision of someone and with all necessary safety equipment in place.

How early is too early for a kid to start surfing?

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These twins are 4 years old, and they are already ripping through waves almost like they were meant to surf. However, some might bring up the question: is it too early for them to be surfing? There is no doubt that surfing can be dangerous to the point that it is life-threatening. However, there are precautions that can be taken for the same. Certain factors need to be taken into account, such as their comfort level in the water, their physical abilities, and the safety precautions that need to be followed.

It’s imperative to ensure that small children are accompanied by an adult and wearing appropriate safety gear such as a life jacket. In the video, it can be seen that the girl is wearing a proper surfboard leash so that she does not get separated from her board. Additionally, kids should be introduced to the ocean gradually and in a controlled environment such as a shallow area with small waves. In addition to this, proper surfing lessons with qualified instructors could ensure that the child’s safety is a top priority.

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With proper guidance and safety precautions, small children can enjoy the fun and excitement of surfing while developing their skills and confidence in the water.