l have two questions as a beginner. First is where is the best spot on the south shore in Oahu to learn with sandy bottoms or few reefs. The other is building my stamina mainly holding my breath. For some reason l seem to find reefs that jet out of the water and pin my leash downwhich keeps me down. l surf a an 8'6'' Spoiler by Oceanside.

the world renown Waikiki beach is the classic place to learn.
to build ur stamina requires accumulation of time on your
surfboard. practicing paddling techniques prone & quick
stabs used for getting into the wave with a flutter kick like
movement with ur legs. hello reefs dont stick out l recall
looking for a surfer who didnt listen & he died definitely wasnt a pretty sight.and holding ur breath comes again with practice duck diving beneath a wave.so good luck.2bz.

Yep, Waikiki. Small waves, sandy bottom and fairly
safe. Like brudda said, you gotta practice all dat stuff
to get good. And do not think you going be surfing pipeline
anytime soon either. It takes a long time to get good.
And try not to drown. Aloha!