Bodyboarding requires the rider to "catch" a wave and then "ride" it towards the shore.
Eppo helped develop two new moves in the bodyboarding world which ushered in whole new gymnastic approach to riding a bodyboard.
It is known for its excellent bodyboarding and bodysurfing opportunities due to shore break that breaks very close to the shore.
Australians had been bodyboarding on wooden boards, and bodysurfing, but not standing up.
A strong surf break on the shore can be dangerous, but makes it a favorite for bodyboarding by experienced locals, even under moderate surf conditions.
There is some surf, but gentle enough for beginning surfers and bodyboarding.