2010 Girls Go Surfing Day News Articles and Image Galleries

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  Over 4,000 females participate in Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day over the weekend

  The Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day presented by Virgin Blue took place last weekend (Saturday & Sunday, November 27-28) at over 60 beaches around Australia. Although final numbers are still being confirmed, the 2010 Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day is estimated to have attracted over 4,000 females over the weekend. Under the guidance of qualified Surfing Australia instructors, participants either got their first taste at surfing or gained…

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  Girls Go Surfing Day has a practice run in Torquay

  The Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day, presented by VIRGIN BLUE had a practice day today at Torquay Beach for over 100 surf retailers from around the State. Fine weather made for an ideal introduction to surfing and the girls took to the conditions with enthusiasm, spending a few hours down at one of the Surf Coast’s most recognizable beaches. The record 100 plus girls converged on the beach where…

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  Rip Curl staff trade their desks for Girls Go Surfing Day

  In the lead-up to this weekend’s Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day (November 27-28), the company’s female employees last week traded their desks for surfboards and hit the waves at Torquay beach. The “Go Ride A Wave” surf school instructors gave the girls either their first taste at surfing or a few tips to brush up on their current skills. Rip Curl has implemented a surf day for its own…

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  Tyler Wright tells us how and why you should get surfing!

  With Rip Curl’s Girls Go Surfing Day just around the corner, Tyler Wright tells us a little more about what you need to get started and why it’s a great opportunity to start learning how to surf! Rip Curl surfer Tyler Wright lives in Lennox Head with her surfing family including current ASP World Tour competitor Owen Wright. Having grown up in such a family, it’s little wonder the young…

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  Check out the latest issue of Dolly Magazine!

  Rip Curl’s Girls Go Surfing Day features in the latest issue of DOLLY magazine, including an interview with three-time ASP World Champion Stephanie Gilmore. When she’s not catching the ultimate wave, the world champion surfer stays fit and healthy with a ball, a paddle and hiking shoes. As Australia’s first lady of the surfing world – she’s scored three world-title trophies – Steph’s cool factor is so high she can…

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  Girls Go Surfing Day is coming to a beach near you!

  It’s time to get your entries sorted! The national surfing initiative runs this November 27-28 at beaches around Australia – full list of participating surf schools below. If you want to get down to the beach and start surfing this summer (or if you’re just after a good excuse to get out in the water for a laugh with your friends) follow the instructions below to lock in your spot…

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  Girls Go Surfing Day Video Clip!

  We've just got our hands on the latest video from the 2010 Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day! Come join us for a surf this November 27-28th at one of the 60 participating beaches around Australia. For a more information and a list of surf schools please visit www.ripcurl.com.au/ggsd

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  A word with 3 X ASP World Champion Stephanie Gilmore

  Stephanie Gilmore is a great ambassador for women’s surfing. Her beauty, style and healthy, positive outlook on life are exactly what make her the sport’s leading lady. We chat with her about her inspirations and the healthy message behind the Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day initiative.

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  Dates announced for the 2010 Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day

  The 2010 Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day presented by Virgin Blue will run at over 60 beaches around Australia this November 27-28 to allow girls from right around the country to hit the waves in the lead-up to summer. The Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day is the world’s leading all female learn-to-surf program that encourages non-surfers and beginners of all ages to get out in the water with…