ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Surfing Tasmania invites you to the Women in Waves event day in Clifton Beach on 22nd November 2025. It is a unique event designed to empower, inspire, and connect women and girls of all skill levels through the joy of surfing. Whether you’re a seasoned surfer or a beginner looking to catch your first wave, this event allows women and girls to come together, build confidence in the ocean, and learn new skills in a supportive environment.
The day will combine practical surf sessions with a special focus on ocean literacy, and an empowering panel session including Avalon Starick, Lizzie Stokley, Emily Versulys and Dara Penfold
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Saturday, 22nd November 2025.
Location:
Clifton Beach, Tasmania – Set against the beautiful coastline, Clifton Beach provides optimal surf visibility for all skill levels. With its stunning scenery and consistent breaks, this location offers the perfect backdrop for a memorable day in the waves.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Ocean Literacy Session
Presented by the Resilience Lab and Bicheno Surf Life Saving Club, this session will focus on understanding the ocean’s dynamics, safety tips, and how to build confidence in the water.
Surf Session
Partnering with Australia’s number one surf school, Coastrider Surf Academy, the surf session will cater to all skill levels and will include professional instruction, providing all the tools necessary to catch your first wave or improve your technique.
Panel Session
Join us for an inspiring panel celebrating the voices and journeys of female surfers in Tasmania. Our key speakers will share how surfing has shaped their lives—from career pathways and creative projects to unique experiences catching waves at home and across the globe.
This session will explore the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in surfing, highlight the power of community, and showcase the diverse ways surfing can influence personal and professional growth.
Designed to inspire female surfers of all levels, the conversation will also introduce opportunities for deeper involvement in the sport, including upskilling initiatives offered by Surfing Australia’s RISE programme.
Come along to celebrate women in waves, connect with community, and leave energized to carve your own path in and out of the water
WHY ATTEND
Whether you’re looking to learn, improve, or just enjoy a day out in the ocean with like-minded women and girls, Women in Waves is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the Tasmanian surfing community. Don’t miss out on this chance to connect, challenge yourself, and become part of an empowering wave of women surfers!
TICKETS
The Women in Waves day is funded by the Healthy Tasmania Fund through the Tasmanian Government.
Surfing Tasmania is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all people to participate, including those with diverse sexualities and genders.
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