When paddling out to surf, you have a few different choices to make. There are certain terms that might confuse a beginner, and picking out your first board might seem a bit overwhelming.
Test the water first, you might be able to get away with board shorts, but I would recommend a rash vest also. It's much safer and much more rewarding. Easier to carry and manage out in the water but with all the surfing ease of a longboard.
As soon as you break the surface, get back on your surfboard and paddle like crazy. Also, wetsuits are often provided with your sessions, but you can always have your own. The advantage of shortboards is that they are short enough and light enough to maneuver the expert surfing tricks.
Although Mavericks was named in 1961 and surfed by only a few brave surfers for many years, today it has become a popular destination for surfers who want to catch a big wave in California. Sharing waves keeps everyone happy.