One of the biggest milestones in surfing is moving from whitewater to green waves.

It's also one of the stages where many surfers become frustrated.

Some people attempt it too early, leading to missed waves, wipeouts and damaged confidence. Others stay in the whitewater far longer than necessary because they're unsure whether they're ready.

So how do you know when it's time?

If you're planning a surf trip to Morocco, you've probably come across two terms that sound similar:

Surf Coaching and Surf Guiding.

At first glance, they might seem interchangeable. After all, both involve surfing great waves with local experts.

But in reality, they offer two very different experiences.