
The Victorian Indigenous Surfing Program is the key initiative of Surfing Victoria’s Indigenous Strategic Pillar and is one of the longest running Indigenous engagement programs in the country.
Founded in 1998, the program uses Surfing as a way to connect Indigenous Victorians with the ocean whilst learning new skills, water safety knowledge and healthy habits. Strong Aboriginal community leadership and engagement in culturally safe and engaging environments that are inclusive, respectful and flexible are they core values of the program to ensure its success.
Upcoming Schedule:
2023
January
Wednesday 4th January – Angelsea – SUP
Friday 6th January – Bancoora Beach – SURF
Tuesday 10th January – Cape Bridgewater – SURF
Wednesday 11th January – Warrnambool – SURF
Tuesday 17th January – Inverloch – SURF
Wednesday 18th January – Lakes Entrance – SUP
Friday 20th January – Cape Conran – SURF
February
11th & 12th February – Urquharts Bluff – Woorangalook Victorian Koori Surfing Titles
Wednesday 15th February – Shepparton – SUP
Tuesday 21st February – Geelong – SUP
Thursday 23rd February – Ballarat – SUP
March
Wednesday 1st March – Shepparton – SUP
Tuesday 7th March – Geelong – SUP
Thursday 9th March – Ballarat – SUP
Wednesday 15th March – Shepparton – SUP
Tuesday 21st March – Geelong – SUP
Thursday 23rd March – Ballarat – SUP
Wednesday 29th March – Shepparton – SUP
Meet the Mentors
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Jordie Campbell
- Surfing Victorian’s Indigenous Aquatics manager
- 12x Victorian Indigenous Champion
- Was first introduced to the program in 2006
Corrina Eccles
- Wadawurrung Traditional Owner
- Former Surfing Victoria Board Member
- Was first involved in the program 15 plus years ago
Cormach Evans
- Founder and CEO of Strong Brother Strong Sister
- Started as a participant of the Indigenous Surfing Program in the early 2000’s
Deegan Searle
- Program Mentor
- Started as a participant in 2014
Anthony Hume
- Program Catalyst in 1998
- Former Indigenous Aquatics Officer





