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Our online shaping classes are back!Next Shape3D Foundation Course: August 24th
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Ever wanted to design your own surfboard?
Bring your dream board to life using Shape3D — the software used by professional shapers worldwide.
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Shape3D Foundations | Online Course
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5.0 ★ rated · Taught by a professional shaper · 100% online · Mini-board included
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In 3 live online sessions you'll learn to design your board digitally using Shape3D — the software used by professional shapers worldwide.
You'll learn the history and anatomy behind surfboard shaping along with surfboard 3D-printing technology. Then you will explore how to use control points to shape your board's outline, rocker and foil. You will play with rails and bottom deck, exploring concave, bellies, v's and more to get the feel you are looking for. By the end, you'll have a finished design ready to turn into a real board.
Whether you're designing your first board or transitioning into digital shaping, this class gives you the foundation to bring your ideas to life.
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What you'll learn
Class 1
Introduction and Design Basics
Learn the origins and history of surfboard shaping, along with the story and technique behind 3D-printed surfboards. Then dive into the basics of surfboard anatomy before to get your hands on Shape3D's interface and learn about views, tangents and control points.
Class 2
Concaves, rockers and fins
Learn about fin setups (Thruster, Quad, Twin, Single) and how to adjust your board’s size, proportions, and foil by working with control points, slices, and curve handles. Create a single-to-double concave and learn about fin placement.
Class 3
Cleaning, Mistakes & Print Prep
In this final session,we will spot and fix common beginner mistakes, clean up your design, and prepare your board for 3D printing. We'll cover checking foil consistency, simplifying structure, and exporting for a scaled prototype.
Included with your course
3 live sessions with interactive Q&A
20% off Shape3D Design & Design Pro software
A mini 3D-printed surfboard based on your final design
Follow-up design refinement with instructor within two weeks.
When
Next Class:
August 24, 26 and 28,
6 - 7 pm.
Where
Online
(link sent after registration)
Duration
~60 minutes each class (includes Q&A)
Anyone welcome
for whom?
• Surfers who want to design their own board
• Shapers transitioning to digital shaping
• Anyone curious about surfboard design
Your Instructor
Mike Wallace is the shaper of [_Iconoclast Custom Surfboards_](/content/pages/i-con-o-clast "I-Con-O-Clast"/index.html). He's spent 20+ years building boards, from big wave guns for Grant "Twiggy" Baker to first boards for beginners, always running trials with new materials and glassing layups — including Swellcycle's 3D-printing tech — chasing better performance in the most eco-friendly way possible. Not only is Mike a legend, but he's also humble, patient, and a clear communicator — the kind of guy who'll guide you exactly the right direction to turn your ideas into something real.
Spots are limited! Secure your spot and start shaping with us.
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Eric R.
04/23/2026
Pol was, without a doubt, the best part
Pol was able to demonstrate everything very well. He answered questions promptly and had a workaround or an idea of how to accomplish what the student was after. I've surfed over 30 years and was always interested in shaping technology — this class opens the world of shaping to anyone that understands the software and the manufacturing. I see a big opportunity here. Highly recommend.
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Nyjaah D.
04/20/2026
Understanding how to navigate through the software and understanding core principles in designing...
I took this class to use the knowledge and apply it to my surfboard manufacturing business. I came away with a basic understanding of navigation and the core principles in designing a board. One thing to be aware of: I wasn't able to perform some aspects because I needed Design Pro — I wasn't aware how significant the difference was between Design and Design Pro.
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Tim Hurley
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04/14/2026
Really enjoyed this class from SwellCycle. Shape3D is a complex tool, but the class really helps to understand how to use it. Highly recommend!
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Anonymous
03/05/2026
Excellent course! I found Shape3d to be too intimidating on my own, but Pol makes it really approachable. So psyched on my custom shape!
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Sam
03/05/2026
Pol was a great teacher and helped me design a sick personalized board. I quickly learned the basics of the shape 3d software Pol was helpful by explaining how modifications in the shape translate to performance in the water. I can’t wait to get this board printed and in the water!!!
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