Welcome to the Kiribati Surfing Association!

 

Our mission: To bring the sport of surfing to the people of the Republic of Kiribati.

 

The nation of Kiribati covers 3.5 million square kilometres of the Central Pacific Ocean. Amongst this there are 33 tiny islands spread out across 3 main groups. These islands are open to swells from both the North and South Pacific and many of them have rideable surf.

Whilst the i-Kiribati are naturals in the ocean and fearless amongst the waves, very few people have access to surfing equipment, safety training or even basic lessons. Surfing is now a healthy pursuit practiced by millions world wide, yet it is not common here. With some support Kiribati can become a great surfing nation.

 

The flag of Kiribati: The 3 lines below the sun represent the 3 main island groups: The Gilbert, Phoenix & Line Islands. Each sunbeam below the Frigate Bird represents one of the 21 inhabited islands.

Kiribati Surfing Dictionary

 

Karibaba: The Gilbertese word for riding waves lying down usually on a piece of wood or whatever the kids can find!

 

Te nao uea: Big swell.

 

Te ski: Surfboard.