🏄‍♀️ Groom Life

What’s in My Surf Bag? All the Essentials I Bring to Every Session

Hey there, wave chasers! It’s Intan here – your grom surfer from Batukaras, and today I’m stoked to share something super fun and helpful: What’s in My Surf Bag? Yep, I get this question a lot from friends, other surfers, and even curious travelers who spot me on the beach. So here it is – […]

Intan and Friends Surfing at the Batukaras Point

🏄‍♀️ Best Surf Spots in Batukaras for Groms (Beginner-Friendly Guide from a Local!)

Your Guide to Learning, Leveling Up, and Loving the Lineup Hey hey! It’s Intan, your favorite Batukaras grom 🌈If you’re a young surfer just getting started—or a family looking for the best beginner-friendly surf beach in Indonesia—this post is for you! I grew up surfing in Batukaras, West Java, and it’s where I ride almost […]

Weekend Surf Trip with My Crew

There’s just something about a weekend surf trip that hits different—even when you’re surfing your home break. This time, I didn’t travel far. Nope, I stayed right here in Batukaras. But I had my full crew with me: my dad (aka my manager), my surf coach, and my cameraman. That alone made it feel like […]

School & Surf: How I Balance Both

🌞 From Sunrise Swells to School Bells What’s it like being a surfer and a student? Well, let me tell you—it’s a full-on adventure every single day! While some kids wake up and go straight to class, my day usually starts with salty hair, sandy feet, and riding waves. Yep, I go from surf to […]

Why Surfing Is for Everyone

When I was 7, I caught my very first wave on a long board in Batukaras. I remember wobbling as I popped up, arms flapping, and falling straight into the whitewash. The wave didn’t care that I was tiny. Or nervous. Or that I barely knew what I was doing. It just picked me up […]