Surfski Summer Vibes August 14-16 in Struer, Denmark
Meet World Champion Kira Bester, U23 World Champion Rosie Edwards and paddlers from across Denmark and beyond for a weekend of coaching, downwinds, community and serious time on the water.
Whether you're chasing your first downwind — or simply want to be part of the atmosphere on and off the water — you're welcome.
✓ Downwinds
✓ Social camp
✓ On-water coaching
Here, experienced paddlers, newer surf addicts, recreational paddlers and elite athletes share the same water, the same laughs and the same experiences.
A place where world champions, experienced paddlers and newer paddlers share the same beach, the same surf and the same stories afterwards.
You can join for one day — or the full weekend.
Kira Bester and Rosie Edwards are a big part of Summer Vibes 2026.
But the weekend is powered by a bigger team.
Our Danish coaches and safety crew bring real experience from ocean racing, downwinds and Danish conditions — and help turn that into great experiences on the water.
That means:
• small groups
• strong safety focus
• plenty of time on the water
• room for both coaching and free paddling
When conditions line up, we go for the good runs.
When they don’t, we find other great ways to get on the water.
Many come alone, others bring their club friends. You'll quickly become part of the community on water and on land.
All participants will have a small group session with World Champion Kira Bester or U23 World Champion Rosie Edwards.
Choose from sessions with Danish coaches focused on technique, surf skills, speed and confidence on the water.
When wind and waves play, we organize downwinds and Freak Runs in the Limfjord.
Meet other participants, row your own trips and spend time on the water between planned activities.
Hang out at the clubhouse, eat together and meet paddlers from all over the country, and don't forget the Summer Vibes Party
Tent at the club, nearby camping or your own solution — choose what suits you best.
Breakfast, lunch and communal meals are optional, so you can focus on your time on the water.
Tracking, check-in and clear safety systems give you the freedom to make the most of your weekend.
The schedule may change based on wind, waves and safety conditions. This gives us the flexibility to choose the best possible conditions — instead of following a rigid schedule.
15:00 Camp opens
Check-in and arrival
18:00 Joint welcome meeting
18:30-20:30 First session / evening paddle
07:30 Breakfast
08:30-12:00 Morning water session
12:00-15:00 Midday water session
15:00-18:00 Afternoon water session
19:00 Surfski Summer Vibes Party
BBQ, groovy music and vibes
07:30 Breakfast
08:30-11:30 Morning water session
11:30-14:30 Final water session and closing
On Saturday and Sunday our food truck is open directly at the beach.
Here you can buy snacks, coffee and cold drinks between your sessions - and pick up the lunch included in your ticket.
It will also be a natural gathering point where you can relax, chat with other paddlers and follow the day's activities close to the water.
You choose your comfort level. Sleep in a tent outside the clubhouse, claim a simple indoor floor spot — or book a hotel in town. Either way, you're close to the water and the rest of camp.
Tent by the clubhouse
Pitch your tent right in front of the clubhouse and wake up 20 meters from the water. It's the most social option and you're in the middle of the camp from morning to night.
Sleep in the club
Indoor floor accommodation
We open common rooms and fitness rooms for single sleeping. Bring your own sleeping mat and sleeping bag.
Places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Camping & Hostel
If you want a little more comfort than a tent at the clubhouse, Bremdal Camping & Hostel is close to the club.
You must call and make an appointment directly:
Per: 20 32 34 07
Vergie: 20 27 34 07
Use phone - not email
Click here for the site's website
What you get:
- sessions with Danish coaches
- session with Kira Bester or Rosie Edwards
- surfski transport for downwinds
- tracking app
Tent on the lawn at the clubhouse
Floor space inside the clubhouse (limited availability
Hotels and Airbnb options are also available in Struer.
Separate food registration will follow later
Expected prices:
Drinks can be purchased in the clubhouse.
We can help move surfskis — but participants are responsible for their own transport.
If you have a car, we appreciate help with shuttle logistics between launch and finish locations.
Want to share Summer Vibes with your club or your paddling buddies?
Download our leaflet or poster below and help us spread the stoke to more people on the water.
World champion in U23 ocean racing 2025 - and first ever British world champion in the discipline.
Rosie grew up on the Cornish coast and started surf lifesaving at age 11. As a teenager, she was introduced to surf skiing through her coach - and has since developed into one of the sport's most exciting young profiles.
She now spends much of the year in South Africa to train in stronger ocean conditions and develop in some of the world's best environments.
At the 2025 World Championships in Durban, she won U23 gold and was third fastest woman overall.
But perhaps more importantly:
Rosie herself talks about the joy of the sport, the ocean and the desire to get more women into surf skiing.
This fits Summer Vibes quite well.
You don't just meet a world champion.
You meet an athlete who still loves the sport - and wants to share it further.
Reigning world surf ski ocean racing champion and one of the world's most dominant downwind paddlers right now.
Kira hails from Cape Town and was introduced to the sport through the legendary Cape Point Challenge and the environment that has made places like Fish Hoek and Miller's Run known throughout the surf ski world.
She started relatively late in the sport at the age of 19 - but developed extremely quickly and became part of the strong Orca community in South Africa.
Aside from surf skiing, she also competes in lifesaving and surfing - something she points to as a key reason for her ability to read the ocean and make quick decisions in complex conditions.
She is also part of the unique culture around Fish Hoek and Miller's Run, where world-class athletes, local athletes and new paddlers often share the same water. That culture is a big part of why South Africa has set the standard in international surf skiing - and something we want to pass on in Struer.
She is also building her own coaching business and working hard to make a living from the sport.
In Struer, you won't just meet a world champion; you'll meet an athlete from the environment many surf skiers dream of experiencing.
Summer Vibes is not built by one organizer or team.
It is created by coaches, safety people, volunteers, clubs and paddlers from all over the country who help make the weekend work on the water and on land.
Multiple World Champion
Security and tracking
Coach
Food and camp
U23 World Champion
Event and Logistics
Coach
Coach
Coach
"The surf zone game was both fun and educational. Joachim was super good at explaining and instructing at the workshop - and it was great to test theory in practice in the burning."
- Mikael Lassen, participant 2025
"It provides far more social fellowship and learning than a traditional surf ski race - and we have fun together with our sport."
- Henning Sørensen, Fredericia Kajakklub
"It was super cozy all the way around. There was energy for both each other and the community - and a lot just came naturally. That's what made the weekend strong."
- Mads, participant 2025 ☀️
Summer Vibes is created by volunteers - and supported by partners who help us keep the cost of attendance down and get more people on the water.
You sign up by contacting Lars via the contact form or directly by email/phone. We open for official registrations on an ongoing basis and places are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Yes - as a starting point you should bring your own surf skis.
We have a limited number of loan skis and test boats, but we cannot guarantee that there is a ski available for everyone.
If you need a ski, please contact us well in advance and we will see what is possible.
Our events are open to anyone over 18. If you are under 18, it must be agreed in advance.
Minimum is surf skis or borrowed skis, an approved PFD vest, leash, appropriate rowing gear for downwinds and a cell phone in a waterproof bag. You will receive a complete packing list before the camp.
No. Summer Vibes is made for both new and experienced surf skiers. We work with different levels and activities throughout the weekend
The program adapts to wind, waves and safety. It's part of the sport - and part of Summer Vibes.
You can choose a tent at the clubhouse, simple accommodation at the club or Bremdal Camping & Hostel
When you get confirmation of your place at Summer Vibes, the participation fee must be paid within 14 days of registration to reserve your place.
Food is ordered and paid separately later when we send out the practical details.
If payment is not received by the deadline, the place may be passed on to others.
Yes. All participants get at least one session with either Kira Bester or Rosie Edwards in small groups.
Your session can be on Saturday or Sunday depending on wind, program and rotation schedule.
If you only attend one day, we cannot guarantee a session with Kira or Rosie.
We will send more information about groups and times closer to the camp.
