Sunday, September 24, 2023

Surf Challenge for Kids, ages 4-14

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San Fernando Place, Mission Beach, CA

Please arrive one hour before your assigned heat time.

The Ken Whalen Surf Challenge is in memory of Ken’s love for family, surf and the beach. The goal for the event is to encourage kids (14 and under) and challenged athletes to strengthen their connection with surfing by competing and having a fun day at the beach with their friends and family. This event is geared towards beginner and intermediate surfers as a way in which to deepen their love for surfing. We focus more on having fun than the actual competition.

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