Be inspired by the remarkable women who defy stereotypes and raise the bar for other women to live a life with courage.

Here we take a look at a selection of surf films which captures the essence of International Women’s Day. 

 

Laura Crane

“You don’t just wake up with the confidence to do this – you build it,” says Laura. Told she was valuable for her looks, not her strength she moved away from her former life to become one of Europe’s best big wave riders. This is Laura’s account of confronting your fears and winning.

Maud le Car

This film follows the journey of French pro surfer Maud le Car who after years of intense competition learnt to enjoy the waves and give back. Through her non-profit Save La Mermaid, Maud raises awareness amongst younger generations about protecting marine eco systems.

Moana Jones-Wong and Maluha Kinimaka

Pipeline is one of the world’s most iconic and dangerous waves. So many things can go wrong, it humbles most surfers. Hawaiian surfers Moana Jones-Wong and Maluha Kinmaka take on this fearsome wave looking for connection but not conquest.

Tatiana Weston Webb

Brazilian surfer Tatiana Weston Webb a veteran on the World Tour and an icon to surfers around the world. She’s taken time out from the world tour to focus on her mental health and raise her baby. This film is Tatiana’s account of what it takes to be a professional surfer on the CT.

The Over 55’s Surfers

With more and more older women discovering surfing it was refreshing to see this film from Australia, ‘Taking Off”. Six Gold Coasters over the age of 55 years old, find their place in crowded surfing lineups while they also find themselves, be inspired!

Yama and the Drive For Change

Gender equality activist Lucy Small, has produced a groundbreaking film with film maker Marie Meddings called Yama. It’s a cinematic short surf documentary that follows Lucy to Ghana to meet with a pioneering group of female surfers and skateboarders. An inspiring watch.