Big wave surfing is not for everyone. But for those looking to progress to it, there’s a few ways to go about breaking into the big wave realm. Some just throw themselves at it and hope for the best. Others take a more calculated approach, and a lot of training in the off season. In reality, if you’ve already decided to pursue moving into chunkier surf, you already know what you need to do. For anyone considering it, here are a few tips to help you along the way. Start Smaller If you’re just getting started in big wave surfing, your first session isn’t going to be at XXL Jaws, triple-black diamond Maverick’s or tee-peeing Nazare. Start smaller – maybe your local, a beach that you know well, when the surf goes into overdrive. This will be a good place to start and to test your mindset around big waves. An overhead day on a step-up can feel like victory at sea, especially if your local is a series of beachbreaks.…