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Intan, an 8-year-old surfer girl from Batukaras, standing on the beach in the morning

🌊 From Batukaras to Big Dreams: My Surfing Journey Begins 🏄‍♀️

Hi! My name is Intan, and I'm an 8-year-old girl from Batukaras, West Java, Indonesia—a small surf town with a big heart. I'm on a mission that might sound wild for someone my age: I want to become a World Surf League (WSL) Champion someday. 🌟 But let’s rewind for a second—because every big dream […]

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 – […]

My First Surfboard: How It All Started in Batukaras

Every surfer remembers their very first board—the one that taught them how to chase waves, wipe out, laugh, and dream big. For me, that board came into my life at the very beginning of my surfing journey, in a little corner of Indonesia called Batukaras. I still remember how it all happened, just a few […]

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 […]

How I Stay Fit for Surfing

🏄‍♀️ Staying Surf Strong at 8 Years Old Surfing isn’t just about catching waves—it's about feeling strong, healthy, and happy in your body 🌈 Hi, I’m Intan—a grom surfer from Batukaras. Even though I’m only 8 years old, I take my surf training seriously (and have a lot of fun with it too)! I want […]

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 […]