Women learn to surf

A Multicultural Learn to Surf Camp will be held at Umina on the weekend of March 19 and 20, hosted by WowGirls Wave of Wisdom.

The aim of the weekend is to break down social, cultural and religious barriers as women learn to ride the waves and have fun.

Last year the day saw 20 different countries represented, according to founder Ms Yvonne Lamont.

"It was a joyous occasion where women from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds and nationalities came together to experience the joys of surfing," she said.

Participants included women from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Lebanon who were members of the Olive Tree Women's Network in Sydney and also Central Coast WowGirls from France, Germany, China and Argentina.

The program this year has been extended to a full weekend celebration, including International Women's Day and Harmony Day on Sunday, March 20.

With inquiries, phone Yvonne on 0403 910 948.

Media Release, 1 Mar 2011 Nitasha Thompson, WowGirls