Blog Journal
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 […]
30 April 2021
How to Master a Cut Back Like a Pro
Women + Waves have teamed up with British professional surfer and surf coach Alan Stokes, to give you the pro tips on how to master a cutback. Don’t know what a cutback is – let me explain. What is a Cutback? For a normal cut back you do a bottom turn and come up the […]
08 April 2021
Waxing Your Surfboard
We’ve all heard the saying ‘Wax on / Wax off’ – It’s a never-ending cycle of waxing your board and taking the wax off to re-wax it. But the good news is, there’s not really a wrong way (unless you put it on the bottom of your board of course!) But here are our top […]
02 April 2021
Mastering Your Backhand Bottom Turn
Surfing on your backhand is when you ride a wave with your back to it. For regular footers, it’s going left, and goofy footers, going right. It is a skill that many new surfers try to avoid as it feels less natural. If you live in a country full of point breaks of your preference […]
17 March 2021
Outdoor Activity Instructor Career · Best Decision You’ll Make
The education system makes you believe that if you take all the right steps in school, you’ll carve a path into your ideal job post-uni. So why, after almost 20 years of education, did I still not know what my dream job was? When I graduated from university, I had earned a business degree along with a stark reminder that becoming a travelling surfer was a pipe dream. Designed only for pro surfers with sponsorship deals or for those that lived paycheck to paycheck. What they didn’t teach me in all these years of studying, and no doubt have failed to mention to you too, was that this IS actually achievable. No, I’m not a pro surfer (I wish!) but I don’t only go abroad when I’ve scraped enough pennies together either.
17 March 2021
The Perfect Frontside Bottom Turn
Turning is a fundamental part of surfing, no matter what level you are. Whether it’s learning your first turns so you can manoeuvre around someone, to mastering your bottom turn and snappy top turn. LOOK WHERE YOU WANT TO GO The most important detail of surfing is ‘look where you want to go’. It’s taught […]
17 March 2021
Surfing With the Pros in the World Surf League (WSL)
These aren’t just surfers, these are athletes! Watching surfing is not only entertaining, but it’s a great way to improve your own surfing skills. Whether that’s watching the pro’s techniques to perfect your own, or simply to inspire you to get out more and practice, practice, practice! But how does it work? There are a […]
11 March 2021
Locating and Managing Rip Currents
A common subject we get asked about. It’s really important to be able to spot and manage rips to stay safe, but also they can become a benefit as you gain experience. In its simplest form, a rip current is a body of water moving away from the beach. They are created when waves push […]
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 […]
23 February 2021
Tops Tips For Looking After Your Wetsuit
Leaving your wetsuit in a sandy pile post-surf isn’t just awful the next time you put it on, it’s also bad for your suit! By taking care of your wetsuit and following these simple tips, your wetsuit will not only dry better it will also keep its flexibility and last longer, win-win. Here are our […]
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, […]
17 November 2020
The Christmas Gift Guide For Surfers
It’s been one helluva year, so what better time to treat the people you love? If you’re stuck for gift ideas for Christmas, we’ve got the perfect ideas for every water-loving woman in your life, no matter what your budget is. Here is the Women + Waves Christmas Gift Guide For Surfers… 1.The DryRobe Probably […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
06 August 2020
Relaxed Surf Weekend with Women + Waves · Coastal Immersion UK
by J. Fisher Few things better relax your mind and body than spending time by the ocean. The coast is a place to admire the varying shades of blue while the sea-breeze breathes new life into your lungs. Wild swimming, cold-water immersion, surfing and SUPing are all part of that famous Cornish charm. Here at […]
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 […]
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 […]
