The polite surfer of O'ahu: Shantal's story

The surfer girl stories are back—and today we're headed to Hawai'i to meet Shantal, a Canadian transplant turned longboard devotee living on O'ahu. She shares how surfing helped her build confidence, make deep friendships, and discover her love of mellow waves, cross-stepping, and the gentle art of cheering for your friends. From lineup jitters to dream boards and an upcoming surf retreat in Mexico, Shantal is the reminder we all need that kindness belongs in the lineup—and that surf joy multiplies when you share it.