WADE IN THE WATER:
A JOURNEY INTO BLACK
SURFING AND AQUATIC CULTURE

Wade in the Water: A Journey into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture reclaims the 1,000-year-old tradition of Black surfing. Braiding historical accounts with modern-day testimonials, the film dismantles the racial barriers of conventional surf culture, delves into the overlooked history of Black surfing's legacy, and honors its current movement—inspiring the next generation of Black surfers.

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“By uplifting the history of surfing originating in Africa, this film provides a powerful education and message of belonging.”
— Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell

“A must-see for anyone interested in the intersection of sports, culture, and history.”
— WithItGirl

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WADE IN THE WATER: A JOURNEY INTO BLACK SURFING AND AQUATIC CULTURE

STREAMING PARTNERS

“By uplifting the history of surfing originating in Africa, this film provides a powerful education and message of belonging.”— Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell

“A must-see for anyone interested in the intersection of sports, culture, and history.”— WithItGirl

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WADE IN THE WATER:
A JOURNEY INTO BLACK
SURFING AND AQUATIC CULTURE

“By uplifting the history of surfing originating in Africa, this film provides a powerful education and message of belonging.”
— Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell

“A must-see for anyone interested in the intersection of sports, culture, and history.”
— WithItGirl