Surf programme for girls

A Walking on Water surf school student enjoys the waves at Makorori. Picture supplied

GISBORNE surf school Walking on Water has teamed up with Mind Lab to bring girls aged 8-12 a new surf programme.

“The focus is on creating a supportive learning environment for girls to thrive in,” said director Liz Alder.

“We want to celebrate what is unique and special about our girls in a non competitive fun environment.”

The surf programme combines surf and technology, two key areas where girls are under represented she said.

“The kids will get to develop their surfing skills, use cross training tools and learn how to create little films from the surf footage we gather.

“We want to bring girls together in the sport of surfing and create a sense of community, belonging and caring for one another.”

Walking on Water provides surfboards, wetsuits, cameras, skateboard and cross training tools.

There will also be four sessions in the Mind Lab to apply lessons from surfing into valuable life skills through the use of media creation, video editing and learning new technical skills.

The programme begins next weekend February 24 and the Mind Lab element starts on May 2 but they can take bookings for a few weeks after that if necessary.

For more information go to www.walkingonwatersurf.com/girls or email: liz@wowsurfschool.com