It’s that time of year again, and if you’re shopping for the surfer in your life (or, hey, if you are the surfer and need to drop some hints), I’ve got you covered with this ultimate Christmas gift guide. Whether you're hunting for stocking fillers, practical gear or something a little bigger, this list will make sure Santa’s delivering maximum stoke this Christmas time.

Oh, and before I forget—if you know someone who is serious about taking their surf game to the next level, check out my ‘Get Surf Fit’ gym training PDF program, you can buy a Christmas gift voucher for it here! It’s packed with exercises to improve strength, balance, and endurance, whether you’re already shredding or just starting out in the surf. 🌊💪

Let’s dive in!

1. The practical must-haves

Every surfer appreciates gear that makes their sessions smoother. Here are some of my personal favs:

Surf Wax: Classic but essential. Brands like Sex Wax and Sticky Bumps are tried-and-true.
Leash: A fresh leash (because we all know someone who snaps a leash far too often… me).
Repair Kit: Ding All repair kits or Solarez UV curing resin for quick fixes. It’s like a first aid kit for your board!
Reusable Water Bottle: Those who love & respect the ocean are usually pretty eco-conscious folk. Grab something insulated, like a Hydro Flask, to keep their water cold post-surf (& to cover in surf stickers duh).

2. Kit them out!

Help your surfer pal stay stylish in and out of the water:

Wetsuits: A more pricey gift but one that WILL be treasured! Some fabulous local brands include C-skins, Alder & Figure, check them out!
Surf Poncho/Changing Towel: Changing on the beach can be a tad awkward. A cozy poncho doubles as a towel and privacy shield, I take mine everywhere.
Sustainable Swimwear: There are some gorgeous, eco-friendly, comfy swimwear out there - I personally adore Solpardus.

3. Surf tech gadgets

This is where things get fun! For the surfer who loves gadgets:

Wave Watcher’s Dream: A subscription to Surfline Premium—wave cams, forecasts, and no ads.
Action Camera: GoPro Hero12 or Insta360 for capturing epic waves (and many hilarious wipeouts). Bonus: a floating hand grip to keep it safe.
GPS Surf Watch: Devices like Rip Curl’s Search GPS 2 track waves caught, distance paddled, and time spent in the water. Nifty!

4. Books & inspo

For downtime between sessions, gift some surf inspiration:

"Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life" by William Finnegan: A Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir about a life chasing waves.
"Let My People Go Surfing" by Yvon Chouinard: More than just a surf book—this is the Patagonia founder’s guide to sustainable living.
Ocean-Inspired Journals or Calendars: A place to log surf sessions, goals, or just scribble while daydreaming of waves.

5. Fitness & training

Here’s the thing—surfing isn’t just about paddling out and catching waves. It takes serious fitness, balance, and endurance. If you or your surfer friend wants to keep crushing it in the water, grab my Get Surf Fit training pdf program. It’s packed with workouts designed to boost paddling power, improve pop-up explosiveness, and keep you injury-free.

This program is perfect for:

Flat days when the ocean isn’t cooperating.
Land training.
Anyone who wants to improve their surfing.

It is available to buy as a Christmas gift voucher in my online shop now! Click here to grab one for your loved one for just £45 - PLUS it comes as a bundle with a ‘Program in your Pocket’ pdf full of home-based workouts & mobility sessions. No brainer.

6. Stocking fillers

Keep it small but meaningful:

SPF Lip Balm & Zinc Sunscreen: Protect the skin you’re in!
Surf Stickers: For decorating boards, water bottles, and everything else.
Fin Key & Extra Fins: Handy, simple, and always appreciated.

Christmas is the perfect time to share the love and stoke of surfing. Whether you’re gifting gear, gadgets, or my Get Surf Fit program, these ideas are sure to make any surfer’s Christmas a good’un.

Merry Christmas and happy shredding! 🎅🤙

Love from,
Train with Emilia x

The ultimate Christmas gift guide for surfers!