Senegalese youth learn to surf through community coastal project

A Dakar surf school is empowering local children to embrace ocean sports.

Local children on the shores of Dakar are learning to surf through a community initiative. Founder Ibra Samb launched the school to help young West Africans experience ocean sports despite limited gear. The effort highlights the historical ties between indigenous populations and wave riding.

• The inspirationFounder Ibra Samb originally taught himself to ride waves using handmade wooden boards.
• The historyHistorical records from the 17th century note children riding waves along the coast of modern-day Ghana.