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Blue Crush Surf Film Blog

26 May 2021

7 Top Surf Film Classics You Need to Watch!

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – one of the best ways to improve your surfing (apart from getting in the water!) is to watch surfing. And these surf film classics should be top of your watch list!

Women and Waves Social Blog

26 May 2021

Introducing the Women + Waves Surf Social Club Nights!

Have you ever rocked up to a new surf spot, wishing you had some surf sisters to paddle out with? Well, that’s why we started Women + Waves in the first place – to connect water women of all ages and abilities through the joy of surfing.

Women + Waves Weekend in Wales Blog

07 May 2021

5 Reasons Why Surfing In Wales Needs To Be On Your Bucket List This Year!

Women + Waves are here to share why we LOVE surfing in Wales, so much so that we have created a Wales Surf Coaching Weekend so you can come and enjoy it with us. Find out 5 reasons why our Wales Weekend will become a highlight of your year. 1. The Waves In Wales Are […]

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07 May 2021

Longboarder Lucy Small Calls Out The Inequality In Surfing

Women’s surfing made history when the World Surfing League committed to making all prize money equal in 2018 between men and women. The rule came into effect in 2019 and it was a great move, but it was also long overdue! So that is why it was a shock to hear that Australian surfer Lucy […]

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09 March 2021

The Best Breakfast to Keep You Fuelled

Spring is here! The days are getting longer and there is more time to do fun things. It’s important to feel energised and motivated so you can seize the day and maximise it’s potential! Nutritional therapist Grace Kingswell has shared her top breakfast, so you can fill every day with the things you love. Spicy […]

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29 November 2020

Women + Waves x H&M Goes Global 

After the amazing response and success of the Women + Waves X H&M collaboration in June we’re so excited to announce that our sustainable surf and swimwear collection will now be launching in the Southern Hemisphere from the 30th of November 2020. The collection will be available online and in stores in Australia, New Zealand, […]

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10 November 2020

The Lockdown Survival Guide For Surfers

As winter draws in and lockdown number two continues, we know now is not the time to get all doom and gloom! So to help you out, we’ve created the ultimate lockdown survival guide for surfers to keep you entertained all the way up until Christmas! Focusing on all the cool stuff of what we […]

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09 November 2020

How to make your own DIY surfboard bag ✂️⁠

This is the perfect rainy-day activity for any surfer! It’s also a great way to recycle any old material that’s just lying around. Check out our easy-peasy method below to create your own: What it can be used for:  Sun protection for your surfboard whilst it chills in the back of your car Keeping sand […]

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08 November 2020

Boost your Breath Hold

It’s not often we give ourselves the chance to sit down and practice the art of breath-holding. It takes plenty of patience and it’s a delicate skill to master. However, if you can take just 10 minutes out of your day to practice this game-changing method, then you too will instantly see a boost in […]

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27 June 2020

Need a place to stay during our Water Womens Weekend?

Need a place to stay for our upcoming Water Women weekend on the 8th + 9th August? Don’t sweat it, here are some of our favourite local accommodation options, that at time of writing have availability and something suitable for every budget!   Take a look below: Hotels We’ve got a great relationship with the Carnmarth […]

Women + Waves x H&M surf top in green with back zip Blog

06 June 2020

Women + Waves x H&M launch sustainable swimwear collection

Women + Waves have teamed up with H&M on a sustainable swimwear and surfwear collection to celebrate women in surfing. Designed to inspire women on land and on water, the range includes contemporary one-pieces, functional swimwear, rash guards, hoodies and accessories in a subtle 1990’s style, to support an active lifestyle. A 3.2mm wetsuit will […]

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08 May 2020

How To Organise Your Travel Insurance

Buying travel insurance before jetting off for a much-needed break can end up as an expense dismissed in favour of saving money. Understandably, it’s an exciting time. Your mind is focused on sunshine and piña colada’s rather than anything going wrong. But, unfortunately, life doesn’t always go to plan. That could mean anything from losing […]

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06 May 2020

How To Book Flights For A Surf Trip

So you’ve made the awesome decision to have a bit of ‘you’ time. In the sunshine, catching waves in paradise. The countdown to sun-kissed faces and salty hair starts now. There’s just one more important (and hopefully straightforward) thing to do. Book your flights. You may be totally au-fait with independently organising your solo travel, […]

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08 February 2020

Go slow | 10 ways to calm the f down

Sometimes we all need to press pause and then proceed in slow-mo. Here are 10 tips to help you relax your body, calm the mind and reset.

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30 January 2020

Storming 2020 | A note about winter surfing

Has anyone else almost dislocated their fingers trying to prise off a neoprene bootie? Forgotten their hood and braved a brain freeze so intense that you are sure you can feel every hair follicle on the back of your head?   We’re humbled by the little injections of reality and stone-cold sobriety that come with […]

Lady paddling surfboard Blog

31 October 2019

Perfect Your Paddle

5 simple tips to help you perfect your paddle

Lizzie Lawson Blog

24 October 2019

Back on the Board | Those First Post-Baby Surfs

Mum of two, Lizzie Lawson, shares her memories of getting back on the board and paddling out for those first few post-baby surfs

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18 October 2019

Surfboard Fins | The Basic Guide

The right surfboard with the right fins will help help you improve your surfing. Find the perfect fin set-up for your board with the Women + Waves guide.