The text describes a list of essential surfing skills, including balance, lower body and upper body strength, patience, breath holding, determination, ocean-reading ability, flexibility, and technical analysis. It also mentions different surfing levels, such as beginner level, intermediate level, and advanced level, and the skills that are expected to be mastered at each level. Furthermore, there is a reference to surf coaching and courses aimed at helping surfers improve their skills and become more proficient in the sport.