👋 hey i’m Silvia I’m 37, originally from Brazil—not the stereotypical sunny beaches most people imagine, but a cold, mountainous city. I went to the beach during summers as a
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Meet the real beginner surfers embracing the journey, building community, and finding joy in every wipeout.
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You can listen to The Wipeout Weekly episode with Surfer Cass below or where you get your pods. This Wipeout Weekly podcast episode transcript was abbreviated to a blog post format
👋 hey I’m Cindy Learning to surf was always on my bucket list. I grew up in the Santa Cruz area, with ample opportunity to try it—but I never quite
Hey, I’m Laurane My first name is Laurane but as it’s difficult to pronounce, people call me Love—written like “love,” like the love. I’m 33. I’ve been living in Siargao,
Hey, I’m Bonnie. I’m 75, and I live in Oakland, California. I tried surfing for the very first time on a solo trip to Costa Rica, where I went to
Growing up, I spent much of my childhood in and around the water; swimming, fishing, clamming and boating. I had a very scary experience in the ocean when I was
Hey, I am Natasha If you ever walk along the Scheveningen beach at sunrise, you might spot me—surfboard or kite in hand, hair wild from the wind, grinning at the
Hey, I’m Katherine. I’m a 37-year-old mum from rural Somerset in the UK. I do not live by the beach, but seem to have been seized with a kind of
This is Abby’s story. But before we start, I just want to say: thank you, Abby, for being part of Girls Who Can’t Surf Good. The girls make it—I’m just
Hey, I’m Becca. I never had a Waikiki surfer girl on my bingo card growing up in central Wisconsin. I spent a summer living in California when I was 19
You can listen to The Wipeout Weekly episode with Brittany Jones, surf-obssessed beginner and founder of Coconut Smuggler below or on your fav pod platform. This Wipeout Weekly podcast episode
Hey! I’m Melissa And between you and me…I am a mermaid. Just sayin’! I grew up near the ocean and always loved it. I’ve dabbled in surfing for many years,
hey, i’m sandi I am 53 years old. I live in northern NJ and have had a summer bungalow at the Jersey shore for most of my life. I work
You can listen to The Wipeout Weekly episode with Crystal Dombrow, the beginner shortboarder extraordinaire below or on your fav pod platform. This Wipeout Weekly podcast episode transcript was abbreviated
Before surfing was a global obsession—before it had pro contests, COVID surfers, and surfing influencers—there was Duke. I honestly do not want to imagine a world where Duke Kahanamoku was
You can listen to The Wipeout Weekly episode with Jade Darmawangsa, the ultimate beginner surfluencer on your fav pod platform or below. This Wipeout Weekly podcast episode transcript was abbreviated
You can listen to The Wipeout Weekly episode with Inessa Love, creator of Sassy Silver Surfers on your preferred pod platform or below. This Wipeout Weekly podcast episode transcript was
Hey, I’m Shantal I’m 25 years old and currently live on Oahu, Hawaii. I was born and raised in Canada and moved here when I was 23 years old for
Hey! I’m Tina. This is my conversation with Zuz about finding the right surf buddy and surfing in Maine. Home break: Maine, USAQuiver: 8’6″ squash tail (Jim), 9’2″ noserider (Goose),
This Wipeout Weekly podcast episode transcript was abbreviated to a blog post format by my good friend Chad (ChatGPT). He takes liberties, you know. You will find the full transcript
Hey, I’m Vivian. I’m a 36-year-old wannabe surfer girl who recently moved back to Melbourne after living in London for 7.5 years (a city famously known for its incredible surf
A tribute to Clyde Aikau—Hawaiian waterman, big wave surfer, and cultural ambassador—who carried on his brother Eddie’s legacy and helped shape the soul of modern surfing through aloha, courage, and community.
A wild, jellyfish-filled surf session at Dairy Queen in Nicaragua leaves Di rattled, soaked, and hungry for ceviche—with a reminder that sometimes, you've gotta get crushed to crush it.
At 43, Lauren took up surfing—nervous, out of shape, and undeterred. This is her moving, funny, and fearless story of love, waves, and finding her tribe.
From burnout to Bali and back again, Nikki shares how surfing, spirituality, and self-inquiry helped her reconnect with herself, find community, and become both a better surfer and a better human.
Ashlee Jade grew up hooked on the cartoon Stoked, taught herself to surf through trial and reef cuts, and now lives steps away from her dream front yard break on the Gold Coast. A story of grit, growth, and surf-obsession.
From Ohio to offshore, Kristy found confidence, community, and a love of surfing after her first lesson at 42. Discover how surfing transformed her body, mind, and world—one wave at a time.
From England to Fiji, Rachel shares how surfing transformed her life—from late beginnings to running surf retreats and chasing longboard dreams.
Meet KC, a 58-year-old "Ballsy Charger" whose surfing journey began during the pandemic in Santa Cruz. From wipeouts to wildlife encounters, this is a story of resilience, community, and discovering stoke later in life.
Discover how a 14-year-old’s first surf session in Japan—complete with a sandwich-snatching eagle—sparked a lifelong love for arctic surfing and led to a powerful documentary on women in boardsports.
Inessa started surfing just one month before her 50th birthday—mostly out of COVID boredom, despite a lifelong fear of waves. It wasn’t love at first sight; for two years, she constantly pearled and struggled with countless wipeouts. But slowly, surfing became her therapy, meditation, and greatest personal challenge, opening a whole new world she never imagined possible at midlife. Today, at 54, Inessa surfs nearly every day, has helped build a global community for women surfers over 50, and is proving it’s never too late to find your wave.
What started as a struggle to pop up on a board turned into a global community for beginner surfers. Girls Who Can’t Surf Good has grown from a local meetup to 74,000+ women worldwide, proving that surfing is for everyone—no matter how long it takes to stand up.
Surfing has been part of Kyla Peterson’s life since before she could walk. As the co-owner of Surfin Fire Surf School in Oceanside, CA, she’s passionate about helping female surfers gain confidence, progress faster, and find their flow in the lineup. From collaborating with top shapers to pushing her own limits in bigger surf, Kyla shares her journey, coaching philosophy, and upcoming surf retreats. Join her mission to build a stronger women’s surf community—one wave at a time.
Growing up as one of the few Asian kids in her Santa Barbara neighborhood, Toyo took an unexpected path—from flight attendant to surfer at 46. Her journey led to the creation of the Salt Water Divas, a community for women embracing the joy of surfing, friendship, and new beginnings.
Nicola’s first surf experience in Portugal sparked a love for the ocean, helping her navigate personal challenges and rediscover herself. Though city life in Belgium makes surfing difficult, she dreams of future adventures, creative expression, and building a community connected by waves and art.
Anne-Sophie started surfing in 2009 and never looked back, even after a car accident forced her to adapt her approach. Now living in Brittany, she continues to embrace the joy of surfing, creativity, and the lifelong friendships it brings.
Posh’s surf journey began as a way to reclaim her life after a health scare, leading her to a remote island paradise in Catanduanes. Now, she shares her love for surfing by running a surf camp, building a vibrant community, and supporting local surfers.
Nancy took up surfing later in life and never looked back. Now, at 64, she’s riding waves, traveling the world, and proving that passion has no age limit.
👋 hey, i’m emma I’m the one in the orange wetsuit at my first official Ripcurl surf weekend in 2018. It’s a group taster surfing lesson on Fistral Beach in
Angela’s surf journey started with a Malibu lesson and a Groupon deal—but it was finding community in the lineup that truly changed everything. Through Girls Who Can’t Surf Good, she’s embraced progress over perfection and the joy of surfing with others.
Camilla fell in love with surfing after moving to the UK, and her journey has taken her to waves around the world. Now, she captures the essence of surfing through photography and videography, blending her love for the ocean with creative storytelling.
Surfing isn’t just a sport—it’s a way to connect with the ocean, nature, and yourself. Riley shares how learning to surf at 27 taught them to embrace discomfort, let go of expectations, and find joy in the waves.
Cynthia went from teaching herself to swim at 15 to becoming a lifeguard at 18—now, at 45, she’s diving into surfing. Six months in, she’s found a new passion, lifelong friendships, and the joy of sharing the waves with her daughter.
Karla’s first surf session at 19 came with beginner’s luck—but fear kept her from fully embracing the ocean. Now, 15 years later, she’s back in the waves, rekindling her surf stoke and looking for surf buddies to share the ride.
