Beyond Sunset – Emi Erickson
Emi Erickson charges 15 to 20-foot faces, and gets rag-dolled at Jaws. Watch Emi’s fascinating story about how surfing helped her to heal and how she learnt to ride massive waves and thrive.
Surf Trip: Yogi Surfer Hotel, Morocco
A Taghazout boutique hotel you need to visit for a luxury surf trip.
Patagonia: Films & Petition
Watch Patagonia’s thought provoking films on bottom trawling and sign the petition now.
Latest SurfGirl Mag is Out Now
The latest SurfGirl is out now, here’s what’s in the latest issue.
O’Neill’s TRVLR Series & Winter Tips
O’Neill’s new TRVL campaign and we chat to Laura Crane about her winter tips for staying warm.
Yoga for Gratitude and Joy
Have fun with this joyful and feel-good yoga class with Jen .
Soleil is World Longboard Champ
Soleil Errico Wins 2023 WSL Longboard World Title at the Malibu Longboard Championships.
Surfer Flow for Strength
Try this 25 minute yoga flow with Yaiza, designed to improve your strength in the surf.
“I’m Really Happy,” Caroline Marks
21 year old Caroline Marks came back stronger to take the WSL World Title. We had a chat with Caroline to find out what it means to her.
Take Back Control of Your Fears
Fear can hold us back in surfing and in life, so learn to meditate to overcome fears and check out our top tips for surf confidence.
Paddle Fit Workout for Strength Training
Join Tee for workout designed to take your dry land paddle training to the next level with a powerful combination of strength and endurance training.
Let’s Redefine ‘Good Surfer’
So, what makes one? Patagonia redefines what it means to be a ‘good surfer.’
Pop Up Perfection: Explosive Workout
25 MINUTES • DUMBBELLS OPTIONAL Pop Up Perfection: Explosive Workout Here Tee is working on explosive exercises to master pop ups. It’s so important to get your pop ups right and on-land training like this, will 100% help your pop ups when you’re surfing.Pop ups are...
Live as a Digital Nomad
6 Places to Live as a Digital Nomad
Core & Back Pilates for Surfers
Pilates is great for increased muscle strength and tone. As well as making you stronger it also increases your flexibility, improves posture and increases your energy levels.
Bell Jar: A Collection of Epic Moments
This mind-blowing edit features Caity Simmers, Timo Simmers, Zoe McDougall and Stephanie Gilmore.
Short & Intense Surf HIIT
Short on time? Then give this workout a go as Claire takes us through a short but very intense HIIT workout to get you surf fit.
WSL Announces 2024 Championship Tour
The WSL anounce next year’s schedule and the calendar will continue to showcase a combined women’s and men’s schedule featuring nine regular-season events.
Rip Curl Wetsuit Giveaway: Flashbomb Fusion
We’ve teamed up with Rip Curl to offer you the chance to win a Flashbomb Fusion Wetsuit 3:2 Worth £519!
Why Carbs Are Good For Surfers
Carbs may have a bad rep but here’s why they’re good for energy levels.
Madu: Surfing Northern Mentawais
Madu a short film following Hahnee Vail, an underground Tasmanian surfer discovering world class waves in Northern Mentawai islands.
Build Confidence to Surf Out Back
Allanah and Jo guide us through steps to build surf confidence.
Mavi The Surfing Cat
Mavi begs his dad to let him come surfing… and he’s pretty good at it, not bad on a snowboard either.
Girl’s Can’t Surf – The Book
Rediscover the story through a previously unseen photo book with archive photos and new content.
Quick Core Strength for Surf
This workout focuses on targeting our major and minor core muscles which are vital for achieving our optimum surfing performance, regardless of our surfing level.
No Fuss Millet Tabouleh
Serves 4-6
Caroline Marks Is World Champ
Caroline Marks beat Carissa Moore to win 2023 world title at Rip Curl WSL finals.
8 Mobility Tips for Surfers
Here are reasons why mobility matters for your surfing performance.
O’Neill’s Rookie Rippers is Back
Get involved and enter Rookie Rippers for the chance to join Team O’Neill.
Lead Up to the WSL Final with Carissa
Leading up to the World Tour Final, we get the insight into how Carissa Moore is feeling right now.
WALLIEN launches new responsible wetsuits
Women’s Waterwear brand, WALLIEN, launches new responsible wetsuits with renewable materials.
Paddle Faster Workout
How many times have you wished you had a little bit more power in your arms to paddle into waves with more ease and get to your feet faster? Try this workout to get stronger!
Everything You Need to Know About the CT
As we head to the Finals, from the CT to WQS and how the World Tour works.
Save Whipsiderry Cliffs Update
Marine Management Organisation has SUSPENDED the license for the cliff stabilisation works for a period of 5 months pending further investigation
Arm and Core Workouts to Improve Surfing
Arm and core strength is essential to help improve your surfing performance. Here we look at workouts which will help to strengthen your body in order to surf better.
Why Yoga is So Good for Surfing
Yoga helps you to be calm as well as build strength and flexibility for surfing.
SRI LANKA: The pearl of the Indian Ocean
Sri Lanka is a great travel destination for a surf adventure, here’s our guide to Ahangama, Weligama and Mirissa.
Siska: Mentawais Surf Pioneer
This is the story of Siska Tasiripoula, the Mentawais first female surfer.
The ROXY Vahine Cup 2023
The ROXY Vahine Cup is an all-female surf event that will welcome over 60 surfers.
6 Very Cool Après Surf Bars
Enjoy a post-surf bevvy at one these global beach bars
10 Minute Dynamic Surf Workout
For when you’re short on time, here’s a fast paced 10 minute workout with Tee to get you surf fit.
Super Stuffed Omelette
1 Serving I 10 min prep I 10 min cook time
Caroline Marks Wins SHISEIDO Tahiti Pro
Caitlin Simmers Finishes Runner-Up
How To Get More Energy for Surfing
Lacking energy in the surf? Here’s 10 tips to help you get more energised for surfing.
Quick Surf Stretch
It’s important to stretch before and after surfing or a workout to avoid injury. Stretching also makes you more flexible, keeps your back in good shape and gives your muscles more tone.
Food is Fuel: Eating to Boost Workouts
Here fitness instructor Heather Lewis explains how to boost your workouts and exercise through food.
Boardmasters 2023 Round Up
Over five days, hundreds of artists and surfers arrived on the Cornish coast for Boardmasters Surf and Music Festival.
Homemade Vegan Ricotta
10 mins plus soaking time
Finn’s Food-Processor-Free Smoothie
MAKES 2 | 10 MIN
Fluid Flow Yoga
This fluid flow with Issey Knight gets the heart pumping using controlled breath work.
Boardmasters Open Kicks Off the Euro QS
The 2023/24 European Qualifying Series (QS) and Longboard Qualifying Series (LQS) seasons are set to get underway today at Boardmasters Open.
Meet Emily Currie, Euro Longboard Champ
We catch up with Emily Currie at Boardmasters after her recent European Longboard win
Sun Safety To Prevent Sun Damage
We love the sun’s mood-boosting benefits, so here’s how to prevent sun damage.
Top Tips on Navigating the Line Up
Everyone wants the best waves for themselves, so here’s some tips on navigating the line up especially during busy times.
Express Abs
Try this Equipment-free 15 minute express workout to strengthen your core and tone those stubborn areas.
Salted Caramel Post Surf Smoothie
A post surf smoothie should be made to help aid muscle recovery. You will also want to rehydrate and replenish your glycogen (carb) storage to provide energy and a faster recovery.
‘New Beginnings’ Yoga: Part One
Welcome to the ’New Beginning’s series of yoga flows with Issey. Part One is a soft and steady yoga flow to ease your way into the programme.
Padang Padang Women Invitees
24 invitees announced at Rip Curl Cup Opening Ceremony, potential contest swell Friday
Full Body Surf Fit Workout
Join Tee as she puts us through our paces with a 25 minute full body workout, focussing on endurance, balance, strength and mobility.
5 Moves For Advanced Surfers
Feeling confident? Then embrace the challenge and try these moves to boost your surfing.
Boardmasters Festival: Newquay Guide
Boardmasters bound? Here’s your guide for enjoying the best of what Newquay has to offer.
From Barrels to Biomechanics
Meet Basque Surfer and PhD student, Ainara Aymat and watch her latest film.
Which Board To Ride, Long or Short?
Hayley Shaw McGuinness reveals a common dilemma amongst surfers, which board to ride?
Surf: Call of the Tide
Not for profit On the Edge launches ‘Surf’, a film and photography series depicting human relationships to nature in the water.
Surf Inspired Sculpt Yoga
This is a 60-minute, surf-inspired Sculpt Yoga class that can serve as a nice cross-training practice to support you in keeping your body and mind supple and strong in between your surf sessions.
Dirty Dozen: Top 12 Plastic Polluters
Coca-Cola retains plastic polluter crown for fourth year running
Peterson Wins Corona Open J-Bay
Lakey Peterson takes the win at the Corona Open J-Bay.
Walnut and Sundried Tomato Pâté
15 mins plus pickling time
Summer Wardrobe Top-Up
Summer surf essentials to see you through to autumn
Plant Protein Power for Surfers
Plant-based protein that’s great fuel for vegetarians and vegans.
Sunset Relax Yoga
Slow down and unwind with this deeply relaxing yoga practice with Jen, perfect to do at the end of the day.
10 Surf Strength Exercises
This workout consists of 10 surf strength exercises which are perfect for strengthening your pop up, as well as your legs and core so you can perform better on your board.
Raw Days with Victoria Vergara
Check out the new film and join the backstage to win a Rip Curl x Victoria Vergara Collab.
Rip Curl Cup Padang Padang
Celebrates 20 years, launches inaugural women’s event.
10 Tips For Surfing Success
Here’s our top 10 tips to enable you to surf better.
Top 10 Tips for Surfing Success
Surfing is a journey, so here’s our Top 10 tips for shredding the waves.
Warm with Laura Enever in Hawaii
Laura Enever shows off her skills from two foot fun waves to 20 foot bombs.
Make A Wave Challenge
SurfAid launches third annual Make A Wave challenge: Join the global surf movement.
Fifth Tide – The Film
Two women facing adventure and adversity during Portuguese winter swells.
Meet Bevo and Coastlines Giveaway
Win a premium Coastlines wetsuit and meet legendary Claire Bevilacqua.
Yoga Flow for Surfing ✌🏼
This dynamic and heat-building vinyasa flow yoga practice will help you to build so much strength, balance and flexibility for surfing.
Post Surf Stretch and Mobility
Stretching and flexibility can be the key to improving your surfing. Plus performing a post surf stretch helps to reduce soreness and aid recover. So give this short stretch routine a go after you’ve surfed, it will help with the aches and pains of surfing!
Surf Girls Hawai’i New Docu-series
Hollywood is coming to Hawaii in new docu-series following surfing’s most exciting surfers including Moana Jones Wong.
How to Backhand Top Turn
How to do a back hand top turn to open up your surfing repertoire.
Asian Noodles with Crispy Tofu
2 portions I 35 minutes
Top 10 Cornish Surf Spots
Cornwall provides the goods when it comes to a buzzing surf scene, plenty of swell and rugged coastlines.
SurfGirl Premium Survey 2023
SurfGirl Premium is your community.Help us shape it for the future with the 2023 Survey. SurfGirl Premium wouldn't be possible without you guys, whether you've been with us from the beginning or have just joined us, so thank you for being a part of it. We've always...
Essential Move: The Bottom Turn
The foundation for good surfing comes from a good bottom turn.
Caitlin Simmers Wins Vivo Rio Pro
Rookie Caity Simmers wins in Brazil, as runner up Tyler Wright clinches spot in WSL Final 5.
O’Neill and Save The Waves Coalition
O’Neill partners up with the international nonprofit organisation Save The Waves Coalition.
Simple Chickpea Dahl with Quinoa
2-3 portions I 35 minutes
The Lisa Andersen Interview
We chat with multi world champ, the icon of surfing Lisa Andersen.
Reef’s The Beach Loves All Collection
Reef have partnered with two beach-loving artists to design an exclusive set of sandals.
10 Minute Surf Stamina
Join in this short surf fitness workout with Emilia, there’s a combination of four exercises to help work on your stamina and strength.
Sammy the Seal Loves to Surf
Adorable baby seal shows off it’s surfing skills and hang out with the surfers of SoCal.
Surfing A New Break
Here’s a few things to consider before you surf a new break.
Self Love Restorative Yoga
Try out this gently restorative, self love sequence with yoga instructor Issey, it will help to reduce stress, anxiety and physical tension.
Black Roots and Sister Surfers
Danielle Lyons co-founded Textured Waves, a community created to encourage diversity in surfing.
3 Summer Salad Bowls
Seasonal salads for a quick and cool refreshing bite
Booty Burner
This Booty Burner exercise routine helps build stronger legs and glutes which is essential for a strong stance whilst surfing. Having strong, well balanced legs are a key component of having a healthy, high functioning body, not to mention a peachy beach bum!
Breakfast
Mains
Anything Goes Frittata
50 MINS | SERVES 4
Rainbow Buddha Bowl
SERVES 1 | 40 MIN
Detox Green Rice Salad
5 MIN | SERVES 2
Roasted Veg & Gnocchi Bake
55 MIN | SERVES 6
Edamame Falafel Bowl
35 MIN | SERVES 4
Sweet
Snacks
20 Minutes and under
Smokey Butter Beans
10 MINS | SERVES 2
Quick Fix Lunchtime Wrap
SERVES 2 | 20 MIN
Detox Green Rice Salad
5 MIN | SERVES 2
Meat Free
No Trees, No Seas Campaign
Plant One has launched ‘No Trees, No Seas’ — with a simple message: to save our oceans, we need more trees.
Day 27 – Full Body HIIT
DAY 27Full Body HIITAboutThis workout is designed to challenge your body with a range of high paced exercise blocks incorporating strength, endurance, balance, plyometrics and mobility. Just as with surfing, our body is constantly changing direction and positions...
Day 26 – Core & Back Pilates for Surfers
DAY 26Core & Back Pilates for SurfersAboutPilates is great for increased muscle strength and tone. As well as making you stronger it also increases your flexibility, improves posture and increases your energy levels. Here we join Mav as she focusses on...
Day 25 – Sunset Relax Yoga
DAY 25Sunset Relax YogaAboutSlow down and unwind with this deeply relaxing yoga practice with Jen from Shine Yoga, that’s perfect to do at the end of the day. Start the practice with a powerful breathing technique then add on gentle, feel-good movement before slowing...
Day 24 – Resistance Pilates Power Workout
In this Pilates Workout, we’re using a booty band to fire up the glutes with moves like clams and lateral kicks. This targeted resistance builds hip strength, core stability, and balanced control throughout the lower body. These skills directly support your surfing by improving your pop-up power, board stability, and the smooth, controlled transitions you need on every wave.
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Thank you for the amazing support as always and everything you do to promote and encourage women’s surfing
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