WSL One Ocean

We’re excited to share our 2024 Annual Impact Report! Protecting our ocean is a shared effort, and in 2024, we’re proud to stand alongside our incredible partners and grantees to make an impact. 🌊 Through our #WSLOneOcean initiative, together, we’re working to ensure that future generations can experience the beauty and power of our ocean and of surfing. 👉 Learn more bit.ly/WSLImpactRepor… 🗒️ Read the report bit.ly/WSLAnnualRepor… 🎥 Watch the story unfold bit.ly/WSLImpactVideo… #WSLOneOcean @wsl

We’re excited to highlight El Salvador’s own Bryan Pérez as our latest WSL One Ocean Spotlight! 🇸🇻 🌊 Bryan joined us in March for our Local Impact Project in El Salvador and continues to be an incredible advocate for protecting his home coastline. Over the past three years, he’s supported WSL One Ocean’s mission and consistently uplifted the work of local grantees like @pasopacifico and Oriente Salvaje—helping drive real, community-led conservation and restoration on the ground. Bryan’s commitment to both surfing and sustainability inspires us all. 🌱🏄‍♂️ 👉 Learn more about Bryan in this “Inside Pro Surfing” video: youtu.be/KpdWOIdngx0 #WSLOneOcean

Happy Earth Month! 🌍✨ This month, we're celebrating restoration, conservation, and the power of community action! At the @surfcity #ElSalvadorPro, we turned creativity into impact—transforming barrels into vibrant trash bins and showcasing stunning upcycled jewelry that connects art, sustainability, and surfing. 🎨♻️🌊 Building on past initiatives, we also planted trees near the event site, reinforcing local restoration efforts and strengthening coastal resilience. 🌿💙♻️ This work will continue throughout the year with support from WSL PURE, ensuring long-term impact for the local community and coastline. A huge thank you to everyone who participated—your creativity and commitment to protecting our ocean leave a lasting impact! 🌊💪 Learn more here: worldsurfleague.com/posts/540984/p… This local impact project is endorsed by @UNOceanDecade 🌊 @pasopacifico, Oriente Salvaje, @ErinBrooksSurf, Vahine Fierro, Bryan Perez, @YETICoolers, @wsl, #WSLOneOcean

Congratulations to our WSL Impact Award winners, Bettylou Sakura Johnson and Liam O'Brien! 🏆 The WSL Impact Award honors surfers who go beyond the waves to inspire, educate, and empower their communities—championing sustainability, equality, and inclusion. This year’s winners have actively supported WSL One Ocean, Rising Tides, and cultural initiatives that strengthen connections with local communities. Rooted in the Hawaiian concept of Po‘okela—striving for excellence—these athletes lead by example, fostering a culture of aloha and ocean stewardship. This year’s award trophies are handcrafted Alaia surfboards, created by Leleo Kinimaka of Royal Hawaiian Woodwork. Learn more at wsloneocean.org. #WSLOneOcean #PipePro @Lexus #WSLAwards @wsl

Support Los Angeles Fire Relief Efforts ⬇️ We are heartbroken for all our friends and family affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. As first responders still work to contain the fires, we have witnessed an outpouring of support for the impacted cities across the region. There is a critical need for help across Los Angeles as individuals, businesses, and entire communities cope with these horrific fires. Please consider directly supporting the three organizations below. 👉 Pasadena Community Foundation | pasadenacf.org 👉 Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation (@LAFDFoundation) | supportlafd.org 👉 Boys & Girls Club of Malibu (@BGCMalibu) | bgcmalibu.org The rebuilding process will be a long one, and our LA community appreciates the support. 💙 Photo Credit: Associated Press (AP Photo/Ethan Swope)

João Macedo, Co-Founder of the Hope Zones Foundation, a 2023 WSL PURE grant recipient, and a key individual behind the creation of the World Surfing Reserves movement of Save the Save The Waves, has announced his retirement from competitive surfing to focus on his environmental work with Hope Zones Foundation. worldsurfleague.com/posts/537527/h…

On this #WorldMentalHealthDay, we're highlighting the deep connection between mental well-being and the Ocean, with our Science & Knowledge Holder, @Easkeysurf - surfer & marine scientist. Film Credits: @WSLOneOcean Crossing the Line Productions, Chris Mcclean

Huge congrats to @acebuchan for being named Evergreen Athlete of the Year at the @BBC Green Sport Awards! 🏆 More than a surfing legend, Ace is a true ocean advocate. From leading the Surfers for Climate program, to being an ambassador for @wsl's impact efforts, his commitment to climate action, coastal conservation, and reducing plastic pollution inspires us all. 🌱 Join us in celebrating Ace’s achievements as he continues to make waves for both surfing and the planet! 🌏 💙 Learn more about all the BBC Award honors here: bbc.com/sport/articles… #GreenSportsAwards #AceBuchan #OceanAdvocacy #ClimateAction #WSLOneOcean

Last week at the @lexususa #WSLFinals, we teamed up with Sea + Soil Collective, @CAStateParks the Acjachemen and Payómkawichum Nations, and local volunteers to remove invasive plants and weave tule, preserving the coastal ecosystem and cultural traditions. #WSLOneOcean @wsl @wsloneocean 🌊

Ahead of the @Lexus #WSLFinals, we're thrilled to highlight our friends and WSL PURE grantee @Surfrider, who recently celebrated 40 Years! 🙌🌊 Since 1984, the Surfrider Foundation has seen and weathered it all – from their humble beginnings protecting the waves in Malibu, to testing water quality coast to coast, to the landmark victory saving Trestles from a destructive toll road – Surfrider has grown into a coastal protection powerhouse. Not just respected, but effective. Learn more, get involved, and become a Surfrider Member today to help preserve our pristine beaches, clean water, and treasured waves for the next 40 years and beyond- because the ocean needs more friends. surfrider.org/40th-anniversa… #MakingWavesSince1984 #40thAnniversary #Surfrider40 #WSLOneOcean

A great turn out yesterday for our local impact project with #MamanucaEnvironmentSociety ahead of the #FijiPro! 🇫🇯 In collaboration with community members, we united for a day of mangrove, coastal, and fruit tree planting, along with a coastal cleanup. The Mamanuca Environment Society team continues to drive meaningful impact throughout the year, supported by a WSL PURE grant focused on coral restoration, coastal protection, and waste management initiatives. A big vinaka vakalevu to everyone involved! @YETICoolers @SHISEIDO_USA @TavaruaIsland @wsl @tourismfiji

Today, and everyday, we honor and acknowledge Indigenous and First Nations communities worldwide. This year, @wsl has had the privilege of working with Indigenous and First Nations communities across the globe. From California to Australia, Hawai'i to Tahiti, we are committed to deepening these relationships globally and uplifting Indigenous and First Nations voices. Happy International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples!

The Olympic surfing semi finalists had a WHALE stop by. #ParisOlympics 🐋

This moment from Olympic Men's Surfing. 🤯 #GabrielMedina #OlympicSurfing 📸 Getty Images/Jerome Brouillet

#OlympicSurfing had an off-the-charts sort of day and we're over here just relishing in it. For your viewing pleasure, enjoy. 📸 Slide 1 | Getty Images Slides 2-9 | @isasurfing

Officially a WEEK away from the @Lexus @usopenofsurf presented by @pacificobeer! Throwback to our coastal restoration efforts last year 🌊

Round 3 is set with the quest for gold underway in Tahiti. 📸 @isasurfing collection from Men's Round 2. #OlympicSurfing

The quest for gold continues in Tahiti! ✨ 📸 @ISAsurfing collection from Women’s Round 2. #OlympicSurfing