BIG WAVE ALLIANCE
OVERVIEW
The BIG WAVE ALLIANCE is a collaboration of surf competitions uniting to qualify the top performing surfers for a final BIG WAVE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP event. The goal of the Alliance is to crown the elite men’s and women’s world champions in a live big wave contest, garnering exposure and prestigious to the sport.
KEY COMPENENTS
1. Centralized Information Hub:
A dedicated website that aggregates detailed information about each participating big wave
event, including dates, locations, formats, and criteria.
A platform for surfers, fans, and sponsors to stay informed and engaged with the big wave surfing scene globally.
EVENT AUTONOMY
Each big wave event will retain its distinctive format and criteria for selecting winners, preserving the unique formats and respecting local traditions of competition.
GLOBAL FINALE
Winners from each event (both male and female) will earn a spot at the Big Wave World Championship final event to crown the world champions.
The finals will feature men’s semi-finals and finals, and a women’s final, bringing together the best big wave surfers in the world.
The ultimate winners of the finals will be crowned the Big Wave World Champions, earning the most prestigious title in competitive big wave surfing.
ROTATING VENUES
The location for the finals will rotate annually, allowing different regions to showcase their big wave surfing spots and share the hosting honors.
This rotation will promote global inclusivity and provide a fresh and exciting challenge for competitors each year.
BENEFITS
For Surfers:
An opportunity to compete on a global stage and gain international recognition. – A clear pathway to becoming a world champion in big wave surfing.
For Fans:
A one-stop destination for all things related to big wave surfing.
Exciting, high-stakes competition that culminates in the crowning of world champions.
For Sponsors:
Enhanced visibility and engagement with a global audience. – Association with the pinnacle of the big wave surfing elite.
CONCLUSION
The Big Wave World Championship is designed to unite the inherently global community of elite surfers and celebrate the highest level of the sport by crowning the world champions. The event is adaptable, ensuring it can evolve with the sport and meet the needs of the global surfing community. By uniting existing events and creating a thrilling annual finale, we can elevate the sport and fanbase of big wave surfing by crowning elite world champions.
