Welcome - Retired Surfers Fraternity

Welcome to the Retired Surfers Fraternity

We offer retirees of any age and fellow surfers the opportunity to join a growing fraternity of surfers who have put in the hard yards and want to now kick-back, surf more and live life to the fullest.

The RSF concept is one we hope to spread and to share with everyone who can surf when they want to, where they want to, and without having to deal with the ever-increasing crowds on any given weekend.

RSF hopes you might like to join us on this journey and become a member of our fraternity, or perhaps to start your own chapter.

What we offer is an opportunity to become a part of a community we hope will continue to grow and prosper, and continue to expand here in Australia and ultimately throughout the world, wherever you, fellow surfer, might live.

For a small registration cost of only $55.00, you'll receive an RSF t-shirt made from 100% cotton, our original RSF bumper sticker, an RSF cap and an RSF certificate stating your name and your chapter. That one-time fee will ensure you become a part of an exciting and innovative community of surfers, surfers who share a common love - no, not the missus - it's all about the surfing!

If you love our online products, you can still purchase whatever you like without having to become a member. The real value, however, is in the member package!

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RSF Sticker How Does it Work?
How do I start my own chapter? For an example, if you're a longboarder enjoying retirement in Byron Bay, you could create the Byron Bay chapter, which would be shown on your RSF fraternity certificate. You tell your mates about the RSF, show off your new RSF t-shirt and cap, and hopefully as the idea grows, so does your chapter. There's nothing like word of mouth to get a great idea moving forward!

If there's growing interest in your local chapter, RSF would then supply exclusive website Member Access, where your chapter can promote local longboarding contests, fund-raisers, board sales - basically a free noticeboard for your fraternity to promote your own area, your own friends and local events.

Our aim is to have other surfing retirees join the fraternity as their own chapter (beach) and expand the idea worldwide so when travelling on the endless search for waves and spotting a Retired Surfers Fraternity member an instant association is formed.

As we grow and our numbers increase, there'll be surf contests, barbecues, get-togethers for all RSF members. It's a great concept, and one that we are proud to nurture. Come and join us!

If you are interested then contact us now. Or if you're only after an RSF t-shirt, sticker or a cap, please visit our store.

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Webber Wave Pools promise two-meter high artificial waves

Webber Wave Pools have unveiled proof of concept of the artificial surfing formula that generates continuously breaking waves around a central island. Greg Webber, the visionary behind a project that kicked off in 2002, has shared a few photos of the perfect flawless waves on the official Facebook page. Webber Wave Pools released three common configurations that may be used in the first commercial license of the Australian surf park idea. The first one is a 75-meter wave pool which accommodates six one-meter high waves. The second option is a 100-meter wave pool that may pump either four two-meter high waves, six 1.25-meter rides or ten one-meter wave faces.

British surfing reaches historic agreement

The battle in British surfing is finally over. Surfing Great Britain and the UK Pro Surf Association (UKPSA) reached an historic agreement over future co-operation for the benefit of surfing in the country. The UKPSA has operated independently of the NGB for a number of years, with elite and professional surfers competing in events around the country for the prestigious titles. Contests run by the UKPSA have become recognised as setting the standards for efficient and professional contest management in recent years. Surfing GB has been revitalised over the last few months by committees of dedicated volunteer surfers, led by iconic and inspirational figures, such as former British and European Champion, Nigel Semmens.

The most famous surfers in rock bands

Rock stars enjoy surfing. The sport of riding waves is a great of escaping the pressure of big crowds, media, paparazzi and fans. Surfing and rock and roll has always been a successful alliance. The Beach Boys kicked off an entire generation of music and waves. Although there was only one surfer in the band led by Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys were the ultimate surfing music group. In the last two decades, many rock stars have tried surfing and they've loved it so much that their tight tour schedules may even include special free time moments in the world's best surf spots. So, are there famous surf musicians or surfers who rock? Yes, more than you'd probably imagined. Metallica's Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo are frequent surfers. When they're not playing stadium-sized concerts, you may find them riding waves in Portugal or Morocco. Trujillo has even partnered with a famous Australian surf brand to market a new line of boardshorts.

John John Florence wins the 2012 Billabong Rio Pro

John John Florence has conquered in the 2012 Billabong Rio Pro, after defeating Joel Parkinsonin three-to-four foot (one metre) waves on offer in the overcast skies of Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The talented Hawaiian surfer conquered his first WCT trophy. John John Florence opened his slot of cards with two very good waves, in the first three exchanges, scoring 9.10 and 7.27 point waves in the early minutes. Backside air included. Meanwhile, Parkinson could not lock a decent score that would put in the game, again. Florence's versatile surfing skills paid off and his opponent was frozen in the first half of the final heat. With ten minutes remaining, Parkinson gets a quality set wave to comeback into the final: 8.27 points. But it was too late and John John Florence was handling the priority with cold blood. Watch the final highlights, here.

Liberia joins the international surfing scene

Liberia is the 71st nation to join the International Surfing Association (ISA). After the last civil war, the country has a growing tourism industry, part of which circulates around its 350 miles of pristine, white-sand coastline in Western Africa. Surfing is also getting more popular in Liberia and the ISA is trying to spread the love for the sport of riding waves in the entire African continent. "At the ISA we are aware of all the good that surfing has done as a social, economic and cultural force for a better world. It's a sport and a lifestyle that breeds opportunity and positive energy for practioners and fans alike," said Fernando Aguerre, the President of the ISA.

Retired Surfers Fraternity - Shelly Beach Chapter