How do I maintain and transport my board?

Maintenance — 3 simple rules: Rinse with fresh water after each session (or wipe with a damp cloth if no water is available) Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, especially on the hull — it's your board's number one enemy Store in the shade, in a dry place, ideally on a vertical rack Transportation: By car: never leave your board in a trunk or on a roof in direct sunlight in hot weather (+30°C) Use a board bag to protect against bumps and scratches Straps on roof racks or bike racks: make sure they are not too tight to avoid deformation A well-maintained Zeus will last you for years.

Progress 5'6 Kid

Name: Progress 5'6 Kid
Brand: Zeus
SKU: SB-PRG-56
Price: 299.0 EUR
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.8 (4 reviews)

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Description

ZEUS PROGRESS 5'6" - THE PERFECT FIRST SURFBOARD FOR CHILDREN

The ideal board for beginning surfing between 4 and 10 years old

At Zeus, we created the Progress 5'6" as the perfect first surfboard for children. With its adapted size and ultra-safe design, it represents the ideal introduction to the world of surfing for young beginners.

THE IDEAL STARTER BOARD

The Progress 5'6" is specifically designed to be your child's first board:

Gentle learning curve allowing for quick and rewarding progress
Optimal balance between stability and maneuverability for children's body types
Central carrying handle making transport to the water easier
Attractive design that makes kids want to try surfing

EASY TRANSPORT FOR CHILDREN'S AUTONOMY

The Progress 5'6" is equipped with an ergonomic carrying handle specially sized for small hands. This essential feature allows your child to:

Carry their board to the water by themselves
Develop their autonomy and confidence
Easily handle their board in and out of the water
Transport their equipment without assistance

MAXIMUM SAFETY FOR A POSITIVE FIRST EXPERIENCE

Our 100% Soft construction offers incomparable safety for a first board:

Fully padded, non-abrasive surface
Rounded edges eliminating any risk of cuts
Soft, perfectly secured fins
Shock-absorbing materials reducing the impact of inevitable learning falls

DURABILITY ADAPTED TO BEGINNERS' USE

A child's first surfboard must withstand sometimes tumultuous learning:

Reinforced structure supporting clumsy handling
Scratch and abrasion-resistant coating
Multi-layer construction preventing any foam detachment
Materials selected for their resistance to marine conditions

PERFECT FEATURES FOR BEGINNERS

Ultra-stable to facilitate first stand-ups
Lightweight (less than 3kg) with its central carrying handle
Safe with its 100% soft construction
Durable to accompany the entire learning phase
Progressive allowing for constant improvement

Zeus - The first board that transforms every child into a real surfer.

How does delivery work?

We have chosen Geodis' On Demand service to offer more flexibility.

Once the board has been shipped, you will receive a link by email and SMS to choose your delivery day. You decide the time slot, not the delivery person.

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Range

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Size

What size should I choose?

"Foam board", "softboard", "soft top" — it's all the same. The term comes from the EPS (expanded polystyrene) core covered with a soft coating.

But beware: a Zeus is nothing like a beach toy. Reinforced construction, wooden or composite stringer, high-density slick — this is pro equipment designed to last 3 to 5 years in a surf school (intensive use).

It depends on the deck.

EVA Deck (Dolce, Cabianca, Classic, Burger) — no wax needed, grip is integrated. This is the choice of 90% of surfers in France.

IXPE Deck — wax recommended. Smoother surface, feel similar to epoxy. Ideal for hot countries when you surf in boardshorts.

In Brittany — and especially here — it's quite rare to surf without a wetsuit. Check your board's specs or contact us if you have any doubts.

Waxing your foam board

A beginner board costs less to buy, but let's do the real math. Basic construction, generic shapes, limited lifespan: you'll buy another in 12-18 months. Resale value? Almost zero.

A €350 Zeus lasts 3 to 5 years. When you resell it, you can easily get €150-€200 back – shops will take it, the second-hand market is active. Real cost: ~€50/year versus ~€100/year for a beginner board.

The 300+ partner surf schools have done the math. They invest once, they're set. You can be too.

Choosing your first board

Hardboards (epoxy, polyester) and softboards use different technologies.

Hardboard: PU or EPS foam core covered with fiberglass and resin. Hard surface, lighter, very reactive. Requires an advanced level (3.1+). Sensitive to impact.

Softboard: EPS core with a soft coating (EVA or IXPE). More forgiving, more stable, absorbs shocks. Ideal for progressing from beginner to advanced intermediate.

Our Dolce and Cabianca ranges rival the sensations of a rigid board — responsiveness, glide, radicality — without losing the softboard's durability.

Maintenance — 3 simple rules:

Rinse with fresh water after each session (or wipe with a damp cloth if no water is available)
Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, especially on the hull — it's your board's number one enemy
Store in the shade, in a dry place, ideally on a vertical rack

Transportation:

By car: never leave your board in a trunk or on a roof in direct sunlight in hot weather (+30°C)
Use a board bag to protect against bumps and scratches
Straps on roof racks or bike racks: make sure they are not too tight to avoid deformation

A well-maintained Zeus will last you for years.

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