The 23rd Annual Folly Beach Wahine Clasic

Jump on board for the 23rd Annual Folly Beach Wahine Classic! “Wahine” is a Hawaiian word often used to refer to a woman and/or girl surfer. The Folly Beach Wahine Classic, drawing 250 surfers and their families, friends, and supporters from across the country, is the longest-running all-girl surf competition on the East Coast. The non-profit event is more than just a surf competition; it celebrates girl power, camaraderie, and the shared strength of women of all ages and abilities.

The Wahine Classic proudly supports several causes that fight against female poverty, social exclusion, discrimination, and violence. The event also emphasizes environmental support and strives to be plastic-free and low-waste with the support of its sponsors. When you support the Folly Beach Wahine Classic, you are also supporting a network of local non-profits dedicated to caring for the ocean, sharing women’s strength, and supporting the community.

This year, the Folly Beach Wahine Classic celebrates 23 years of inspiring girls to ride the waves of womanhood toward a life of purpose. The event will take place from Saturday, July 26 to Sunday, July 27, at the Washout area of Folly Beach, located on E Ashley Ave. (When you see all the cars on the right and no houses, you’re there.) Spectators are encouraged to come down and cheer on the Wahines!

If you are interested in attending, registering to compete, or becoming a sponsor, we encourage you to click here to visit the Wahine Classic website. You can also stay up to date on Facebook at Folly Beach Wahine Classic and on Instagram @FollyBeachWahine.