We never need a reason to surf at Las Olas, but if you ask they’re countless. We sorted through the list and picked 11 favorites.

Being in the moment teaches you to pay attention and course correct to get to the most out of your ride. You’ll learn to relax and share while waiting in the line up. In a culture of instant gratitude, watching the swell with your fellow surfers gives you a chance to savor the thrill of anticipation.

After learning the basics, everyone develops their unique surfing style. For example, from the beach you can spot a surf buddy just by the way they move. You’ll soon develop your own style, too.

Yes, kids and boyfriends may think you’re cool because you surf. What they don’t know is that the real reason you’re larger than life is because surfing can improve your self-image. Now that’s always attractive!

Surfer girls wear great clothes. All the gear, from bathing suits to surfboards, come in happy colors, not just black, white, and grey. Add a natural tan, let your hair go, and you’re officially hot!

Attitude plays a big part in how you look and feel. The thrill of surfing keeps you young at heart and shines through everything you do.

Surfing connects you to a tribe, and surf buddies last forever. It also connects you to something greater– the ocean and nature. It’s out on the water that you realize we’re all interconnected and that planet Earth is a really, really incredible place to be.

As women, we are instinctive caretakers, and if empowered, the whole world benefits. We each have the potential to make positive, lasting impressions around us, no matter how uncertain things may be.

Remember the little girl who loved to play all day in the sunshine? She’s out there in the lineup waiting for you to join her!