hey im 5ft10 and weight 95kgs(209lbs) l have been surfing for about 6 months, ive been learning on a 7ft 6 long board but l have out grown it, im looking for advice on the next board l should purchase, the waves at my beach are average around 4 to 5 foot constantly, l heard that a fish board would be good, and also im self taught and would like to know if it was worth getting lessons now or is it to late l pretty much have the basics down pact any suggestions?

hybrid fish/shortboard 6'4'' swallow tail, soft rails, medium rocker, 19.5'' wide, 2.5'' thick

A fish would work great in the waves u have. About a lesson. l suggest u take an advanced lesson. Do not know about ur area but there r a number of schools around that offer advanced lessons. The advanced lessons at my school cover primarily competitive techniques, techniques for creating a fluid style, & also trick surfing. Advanced lessons r private & taught in the lineup. The main problem u have is that most schools have instructors who have not judged contests & probably can not show u how to do what they teach. Ask the school if they offer advanced lessons, ask about the instructors experience & skills, & then watch the instructor surf. Also, go watch a local contest so u know what advanced skills might look like.