How to Get Sponsored as a Pro or Amateur Surfer

"The Green Room in Newport Beach got me started - I sent them a video and a scrapbook with pictures of me surfing. There's nothing like getting paid to surf." - Timmy Reyes, O'Neill Surf Team rider

Things You'll Need

  • Women's Athletic Swimsuits
  • Video Cameras
  • Scrapbooks
  • Sunscreen
  • Adhesive Traction Pads
  • Camera Tripod
  • Cameras
  • Board Shorts
  • Surf Leashes
  • Surf Waxes
  • Surfboard Bags
  • Surfboard Ding Repair Kits
  • Surfboards
  • Surfing Wet Suits
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Instructions

    • 1

      Surf often and at different breaks to get exposure and experience in different waves.

    • 2

      Enter local contests and perform well for the judges.

    • 3

      Befriend a photographer who can shoot stills and ask your mom, boyfriend or girlfriend to videotape you surfing.

    • 4

      Compile videotape and photos, along with a surfing résumé, and present them to surf shops and surf company team managers.

    • 5

      Be friendly and have a positive attitude when talking to potential sponsors.