Rip Curl Grom Search

Created in Australia, the Rip Curl GromSearch is a competition exclusively for young surfers, boys and girls. The Rip Curl Europe competition returns this year with events at the best surf spots in Europe, including Portugal, France, Spain and of course, Watergate Bay. 

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Many of the International Grom Search winners are on the World Surf Tour… who will be next one? 

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Get active with Wavehunters: Meet Andy

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Wallien's guide to ocean wellness anywhere

We asked our friends at Wallien what techniques and practices might energise or relax us in the same way as a swim in the deep blue.

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Open waters | The Wave Project

Ian Bennet, adaptive surf lead at surf-therapy charity The Wave Project tells us about the growing demand for adaptive surfing, and why The Wave Project is set on opening up the water for everyone.

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HOW TO: Pop-up

A step-by-step guide to getting to your feet on a surfboard - in or out of the water...

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Perspectives: Owen Tozer | Watergate Bay Hotel

Watch the film: Owen Tozer shares Watergate wavescapes and reflections, shot in black and white film.

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Perspectives of Watergate Bay

Discover a filmmaker's, writer's and artist's perspective as we delve into each experience at Watergate Bay.

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