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THE RIP CURL GIRLS GO SURFING DAY
Is an all female learn-to-surf program that actively encourages non-surfers and beginners of all ages to experience the waves with customised introductory learn to surf lessons. It is the world’s leading all-girl surf program and runs at over 60 registered Surf Schools right around the Australian Coastline.
The event occurs this weekend December 9 and 10 and 2006 will mark the 16th year of operation. Last year saw a 15% participant increase, introducing 6,705 girls to the sport of surfing.
QUICK FACTS
WHAT: The 2006 Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day is a National all female learn-to-surf program for both non-surfers and beginners of all ages.
WHEN: On the weekend of the 9th and 10th of December.
WHERE: At roughly 65 beaches around the country.
FURTHER INFO: Visit www.ripcurl.com and www.surfingaustralia.com
HOW TO ENTER: The official GGSD ENTRY FORM is available on the above web address or by calling Surfing Australia on: (02) 6674 9888
OBJECTIVES
Key Objectives of the event have always focused on fun and participation in a supportive and professional environment.
- Provide a non-threatening and healthy way for girls of all ages, background and ability to be introduced to surfing and the surfing lifestyle.
- Hold the event on a single weekend, at the start of summer, to ensure maximum impact and concentrate exposure.
- Present a cool program where participants can surf in a group, with friends, and feel part of a special event.
-To be easily accessible for all participants.
Surfing Australia Surf Schools
Lessons are held exclusively at Surfing Australia affiliated surf schools to ensure safety and professionalism as a proven means of quality assurance.
A customised lesson plan is designed specifically for all-girl classes with an emphasis on fun, quality and safety. Classes cover everything from putting on a wetsuit to standing up and ripping the waves.
Charity Association
In 2006 the GGSDay will partner with the National Breast Cancer Foundation to help raise awareness and donate funds for research of prevention and cure.
SPOKESWOMEN
Each year we invite high profile women to participate in the program and act as Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day spokespeople encouraging and supporting other girls to have a go.
In addition Rip Curl team riders are encouraged to get down to their local beach and support the program. Jessi Miley-Dyer (women’s WCT surfer) and Stephanie Gilmore (youngest ever women’s WCT event winner) are two examples of young successful girls who have made a name in the women’s surfing industry after starting through similar surf coaching programs.
Free Participant SHOWBAG:
All participants receive a gift show bag including:
An exclusive ‘Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day’ racer back singlet
An event poster
Sample and promotional material from event co-sponsor
EQUIPMENT: Surfboards and equipment will all be provided on the day. All you need to bring is your towel and swimmers.
