Hyundai She’s Electric competition is now open for female surfers

Hyundai She’s Electric competition is now open for female surfers

Hyundai She’s Electric is back for its third season, offering female surfers aged 16 and over the chance to showcase their skills in an exciting online competition. In partnership with Surfing Australia, Hyundai continues its mission to elevate grassroots female surfers on a national platform. With a share of $58,500 in prizes up for grabs, this is the perfect opportunity for surfers of all abilities to make their mark.

How It Works: To enter, simply record a video of yourself surfing your best wave and submit it online for a chance to win weekly prizes and join the prestigious Hyundai Team Electric. Top performers will receive expert coaching, media exposure, and national recognition. The highest-scoring athlete will walk away with $1,000 cash, a 12-month loan of a Hyundai vehicle, and a VIP experience at the Hyundai Australian Boardriders Battle Grand Final in March 2025 with surfing icon Laura Enever. They will also be named a Hyundai ambassador for a year.

Key Dates and Prizes:

• The competition runs until 22 November 2024.
• The Top 5 finalists will be announced later in the year as Hyundai Team Electric, gaining access to a range of opportunities, including a three-day intensive surf camp at the Hyundai Surfing Australia High Performance Centre (HPC).
• The camp includes surf analysis, workshops with top Australian coaches, and sessions led by pioneers of women’s surfing.

Hyundai Team Electric Benefits: At the end of Season 3, the Top 5 athletes will compete in a knockout surf-off at the HPC.

The overall winner will receive:

• $1,000 in cash
• A 12-month loan of a Hyundai vehicle
• A one-year Hyundai ambassadorship
• A VIP experience at the Hyundai Australian Boardriders Battle Grand Final alongside Laura Enever

Athletes placing 2nd through 5th will also each receive $1,000 in prize money, giving them a boost toward advancing in the sport.

Hyundai Bright Spark Award: The Hyundai Bright Spark Award returns this season, recognising a surfer each week who demonstrates passion, courage, and dedication, regardless of the length of their ride. Each winner will receive a custom MF x Laura Enever Collection Palm Springs surfboard, valued at over $700. This award encourages surfers of all skill levels to enjoy the process, embrace wipeouts, and have fun along the way.

Submit a video of your best wave for a chance to win. Credit: Andy Morris / Surfing Australia

Elevating Women’s Surfing in Australia: Hyundai She’s Electric continues to celebrate and empower female surfers, providing them with the exposure, tools, and support needed to reach their full potential. The initiative is designed to highlight the incredible diversity and talent within Australia’s female surfing community.

Last year’s winner, Rosie Smart, praised the competition for its unique online format. “It allowed us girls to experiment and push each other without the pressure of a 20-minute heat. The HPC camp was amazing, especially the breath work training, which taught me how to stay calm during wipeouts. Winning She’s Electric opened new doors for me, including commentating the Australian Boardriders Battle and funding my 2024 Challenger Series campaign.”

Industry Support: Glen Elliott, Surfing Australia’s Manager of Boardrider Clubs and Judging, said, “This initiative continues to highlight the extraordinary talent in women’s surfing. The online format allows surfers from all corners of Australia to participate and be discovered, and we can’t wait to see what Season 3 brings.”

Hyundai Australia CEO, Ted Lee, echoed this sentiment, stating, “Hyundai She’s Electric will continue to unearth the brightest female surfing stars in Australia. We’re excited to see the incredible talent that will emerge this season.”

Get Involved: Athlete profiles, wave submissions, and competition updates will be featured throughout the event on Surfing Australia’s Instagram page. For full details on how to enter, visit the Surfing Australia website.

Ready to join the action? Submit your best wave now and you could become part of Hyundai Team Electric, win fantastic prizes, and gain national recognition. Whether you’re an experienced surfer or just love the thrill of riding waves, Hyundai She’s Electric is for you!

Competition Details:

• Promotional Period: 12:01 AM AEST 16/09/24 – 11:59 PM AEDT 11/12/24
• Entry Period: 12:01 AM AEST 16/09/24 – 11:59 PM AEDT 22/11/24
• Open to female Australian residents aged 16+, with a valid driver’s license (learner, provisional, or full).
• Max 1 entry per person per week.

For full Terms and Conditions, visit surfingaustralia.com/sheselectric.