First surfing experience

As soon as you have got used to the position, you can try surfing in some small waves near to the shore (white water).
Let yourself glide to the shore, keeping your balance and not losing speed (without trying to pop up for the moment).
The hands should be laid flat in front of you. In order to feel the balance and the way the board moves, you can stick your arms out like a plane.
To gain speed at the start, ask someone to help by giving you a push in the wave.