I Faced My Fears!! Traveling to Australia to chase my DREAMS! (Snapper Rocks)

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Koa Smith

Koa Smith

2 жыл бұрын

Koa Smith travels to Snapper Rocks on the Gold Coast of Australia, to surf in the first event of the World Surf League Challenger Series - The Gold Coast Pro. Koa shares his experience and his dreams towards competitive surfing, while surfing at the most crowded surf break in the world. #wsl #surf #positivity
Watch the full heat at www.worldsurfleague.com
Filmed and edited by Michael Veltman
Instagram - / shmikesss​​
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@MrAllstar
@MrAllstar 2 жыл бұрын
Koa you’ve got a shot at making it, we are rooting for you, go brother!! 💪💪🤙
@ajaviation646
@ajaviation646 2 жыл бұрын
its already happened lol
@christianformoso1542
@christianformoso1542 2 жыл бұрын
Your vlogs have something special that makes me be so relax just watching and feeling it, good content, good edit and good energy
@pritidineshvlog3598
@pritidineshvlog3598 2 жыл бұрын
Hello 🙏🏽 I am Indian real life vlog 🙏🏽
@nicoleleman4447
@nicoleleman4447 2 жыл бұрын
Koa- your drive, positive outlook, and patience is inspiring! Best of luck in Australia and remember your "why" behind surfing when you are out there!!
@racheljukes5222
@racheljukes5222 2 жыл бұрын
Koa!! You ARE changing lives through your surfing, your positivity and your talent. You have kept this 45 year old soon to be grandma in a positive head space every night through your vlogs. Thank you so very much for being you and sharing yourself with all of us!! Cheering you on from Utah!!
@ianthomson2787
@ianthomson2787 2 жыл бұрын
Very true Rachel.👍
@tom_woodmann8124
@tom_woodmann8124 2 жыл бұрын
Koa’s philosophy to life is why his channel is more than surfing - keep it up brudda 🤙
@jennylombard4259
@jennylombard4259 2 жыл бұрын
Maintain the positive energy Koa. You're awesome! Stay safe🙏
@scottburrow8717
@scottburrow8717 2 жыл бұрын
You will make it Koa. Have all the faith in the world in you. Channel your inner Hawaii my brother. Thanks for the content. Can’t wait to see more!!!
@johnymaloney1190
@johnymaloney1190 Жыл бұрын
Let´s go Koa! Your videos are just superb!!
@rumtum99
@rumtum99 2 жыл бұрын
So awesome that you can have your parents with you while you fulfill your dreams. That’s the ultimate treasure. ❤️🤙🏼😎
@chrisfernandez5566
@chrisfernandez5566 2 жыл бұрын
Don't trip brother your surfing great its they first contest write this one off and come back on fire for the next one. Mind, Body and soul its all happening
@danielpaolini8527
@danielpaolini8527 2 жыл бұрын
You’re totally 💯 shredding it…! Keep focusing on what you control…And always remember The waves you ride are chosen just for you 🏄🏼‍♂️🌊🤙🏼
@kristenbollettiero3197
@kristenbollettiero3197 Жыл бұрын
your amazing Koa, blessed with great family.
@marissascrafts2417
@marissascrafts2417 2 жыл бұрын
Love you’re mindset Koa! I look up to you so much you’re doing amazing!!
@kyletrytsman3008
@kyletrytsman3008 Жыл бұрын
You are an absolute legend man! What a genuine and inspiring person. 🤙🤙
@arsenaul1
@arsenaul1 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome work buddy. My wife just had our first baby girl 6 months ago, and we are on our first surf trip since. We watch you and your bros every day to get stoked and keep the positive energy going so she can get her legs back under her. One of my favourite channels. Please keep er coming!
@jrb_jr_13
@jrb_jr_13 2 жыл бұрын
Koa man so happy for you man!!! Wow keep up all the good work and stay safe! 🤙🏿🤙🏿
@Beachwise
@Beachwise Жыл бұрын
this was awesome to see. Honestly Koa, if you didn't surf a contest again and settled down and had a family, we would be just as proud of you! keep enjoying being a free surfer and living in the freedom and joy that you do. (keep at it!)
@Sam-hf8nq
@Sam-hf8nq 2 жыл бұрын
Soundtrack is off the hook! Love the story, surfing and editing, too. Whole package.
@JasperSmith
@JasperSmith 2 жыл бұрын
so good to see you ripping over here in Australia! love you and you're energy Koa, huge inspiration
@thesamimartin
@thesamimartin 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see videos popping back ip!! Missed it man! Keep pushing! You got this!
@karterthorne9802
@karterthorne9802 2 жыл бұрын
Your my idol Koa your attitude and mindset are amazing and I strive to be like you. great job!!
@jasminehodges5907
@jasminehodges5907 2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos and your honesty!
@Beachwise
@Beachwise Жыл бұрын
it's refreshing!
@alvaroop6307
@alvaroop6307 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos transmit so much serenity and positivity. Even with so much at stake... Keep up the good energy brother!
@trevorleggo1777
@trevorleggo1777 2 жыл бұрын
This is an old Aussie watching on Koa...I hope you enjoyed Australia...love to see how you have risen above all that you have been through..stay strong, appreciating your luck gives me hope that the world is going to be ok...enjoy the journey, just like the end result...even if you don't end up on tour.
@Helix31231
@Helix31231 Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait for more regular uploads again!
@peterkovic2241
@peterkovic2241 Жыл бұрын
Love these travel style surf videos. Something about watching someone riding waves is so soothing to me at my boring office job.
@jordiolsson
@jordiolsson 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love Koa's positive energy!
@nicholaswoodman7709
@nicholaswoodman7709 2 жыл бұрын
Love what person you are and how you just embrace everything koa you are the goat my man keep shredding ❤️❤️
@gregoryallenn
@gregoryallenn Жыл бұрын
We’re rooting for you Koa! Yewwww
@mikemcfadden910
@mikemcfadden910 Жыл бұрын
Keep pumping out the videos it always so awesome to watch! Was stoked for this new one…keep ripping you’ll get in the grove and be wearing that yellow in no time. 🤙
@matisanchez
@matisanchez Жыл бұрын
Koaaa I miss ur vlogggsssss. You guys actually like changed the way I look at my everyday life like you guys are actually insane. Congrats on the video btw looked sick
@josegarcialopez4162
@josegarcialopez4162 2 жыл бұрын
Love your positivity. The best to you.
@nielsvandestolpe1911
@nielsvandestolpe1911 2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that you are being real and vulnerable about the struggles that you have in this contest. Now I do see the entire iceberg and not just the tip of it. Good luck!
@rocksareyummy670
@rocksareyummy670 2 жыл бұрын
Koa is my favorite surfer he has a super cool style and apart from surfing seems like a really fun and cool dude
@endlessummermaui8995
@endlessummermaui8995 2 жыл бұрын
Koa just keep showing us your awesome energy. You are making me smile and be in lineups that I wouldn't get a chance to surf. Mahalo
@janmichaels8550
@janmichaels8550 2 жыл бұрын
Koa you’re such an incredible guy I live vicariously through you your spirit your soul your human being is remarkable God bless you stay true to who you are do the right thing and I’m so proud to be able to leave this message to you and that maybe you might read it…. Aloha from Jan Michaels so proud of you….. PS: I love your parents your family and of course the shack…😉🏄‍♂️🍺👍
@MandyDietel
@MandyDietel Жыл бұрын
Thank you for creating this awesome content. I love watching and getting inspired! 🎉
@cbgnet
@cbgnet 2 жыл бұрын
Your one of the most humble and chilled out pro surfers I wish nothing but the best for you 🔨
@user-dm1gt7rb8n
@user-dm1gt7rb8n 2 жыл бұрын
Koa, you are like an Angel...floating through the magical surf. You put an inspirational fire straight to my heart and soul. The honesty of pain and motivational healing is now my life changing moment. And your beautiful, big as any ocean smile, warms my grateful heart. Thank you, Koa!
@sunsensational
@sunsensational 2 жыл бұрын
You’ve got the best attitude!! Just have fun and forget about the results. Your surfing is great.
@tasya1850
@tasya1850 2 жыл бұрын
i am glad that your back with the video, feels like forever to watch the content. miss the brothers, hope there will be more content adventuring with your brother. im excited to watch your another videos.
@greylynnn
@greylynnn 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome man. Thank you for sharing your adventure with us.
@jimandsharonskiles3429
@jimandsharonskiles3429 2 жыл бұрын
Love your spirit. Keep the joy and confidence flowing.
@CJ-ho3cs
@CJ-ho3cs 2 жыл бұрын
Good luck for the rest of the Challenger series Koa, we are big fans of yours! You made my son's day when you signed his t-shirt after your heat at Snapper. Thank you for being such a grounded role model with such a positive outlook on life 🌟
@alexwoolford_surf
@alexwoolford_surf 2 жыл бұрын
yeah Koa, so sick, I watched all your heats live!! Loving the vibes bro, yeww!
@jjg5285
@jjg5285 2 жыл бұрын
Missing you guys so good to see your doing great sending you lots of love and unlimited 🙌 blessings
@anaspetsmobilesalon
@anaspetsmobilesalon 2 жыл бұрын
Koa you are amazing and placed a smile on my face at a time in my life that things are not working well. Thank you much love Ana Claudia from Boston
@alexmcmahonx
@alexmcmahonx 2 жыл бұрын
Love your work Koa!!
@shawnsheers8532
@shawnsheers8532 2 жыл бұрын
Koa...Have fun and enjoy !!! .....and thank you for the stoke.
@batman50ish
@batman50ish 2 жыл бұрын
Your surfing is looking fierce Koa and there's a lotta people sending positive energy your way... on top of that divine energy!
@monicacampbell4600
@monicacampbell4600 2 жыл бұрын
You look totally solid on that board in the second session, Mr. Smith!!!! WOOHOO. So excited for you!!!
@psychedabouttottenhamhotsp4627
@psychedabouttottenhamhotsp4627 2 жыл бұрын
Nice one Koa, congrats on making it to the comps. You put a lot of pressure on yourself buddy, you are already a legend and are Koa Smith so just enjoy the experience and let mother nature provide the tools for you to show your quality. You are one of the best surfers in the world so you have nothing to prove, just go out there and do your thing. Aloha to you and your family brother
@freshoutaustralia987
@freshoutaustralia987 2 жыл бұрын
Dude it is so crazy, you get on such a sick wave and people just have no respect!!!
@aliciascott7244
@aliciascott7244 2 жыл бұрын
So stoked for you and that you got to spend time in our beautiful corner of the world.
@itskoasmith
@itskoasmith 2 жыл бұрын
We missed it!!!
@alexanderday3180
@alexanderday3180 2 жыл бұрын
Koa we love you here in Australia! You absolutely rip. Every goofy surfer has seen you skeleton bay vids.. Go for gold, pursue your dreams!! 💙 from Oz
@roseelliott2728
@roseelliott2728 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, loved that you were able to be present with the gromms 💜
@frankviterise7333
@frankviterise7333 Жыл бұрын
Losing a contest is not that big of a deal it's the person you are in life and you are a great person I am proud of you and proud that you are Hawaiian Aloha my friend wish you the best always
@albertocarenini4038
@albertocarenini4038 2 жыл бұрын
You got this brother , whatever you are looking for is there for you
@805centralcoastcalifornia4
@805centralcoastcalifornia4 2 жыл бұрын
Love all your Vlogs you put out, can't wait to see the next one. Keep up the Amazing Surfing and Your CT Tour Dreams will come true soon 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽🌊🌊🌊 Respect 👊🏽👊🏽👊🏽 from Pismo Beach California.
@spunjah_d783
@spunjah_d783 2 жыл бұрын
I wanna see you on top Koa! Killing it🤙🏽
@CrimeStories430
@CrimeStories430 2 жыл бұрын
You got this s Koa, you will be the best in the world one day with that positive mindset 🤙🏼
@j.franciscofrances7144
@j.franciscofrances7144 2 жыл бұрын
You’re a legend mate. You’ve got this!!!
@tiaanmoggee6786
@tiaanmoggee6786 2 жыл бұрын
So so sooo good !!!
@nickortcoski6769
@nickortcoski6769 2 жыл бұрын
You're a good human too Koa. Take it easy, it's a gift, enjoy the overall experience. Don't put all the pressure on yourself. Day at a time. Heat at a time. Aloha
@jackcrad3492
@jackcrad3492 2 жыл бұрын
Well done on the comp! Hope the results start to show soon
@pritidineshvlog3598
@pritidineshvlog3598 2 жыл бұрын
i am indin my real life vlog indian culture indiyn food 🙏🏽my KZfaq channel please 🙏🏽🙏🏽
@loveloves2770
@loveloves2770 Жыл бұрын
Much love Koa 🤙
@carlosantoniotabernilla
@carlosantoniotabernilla 2 жыл бұрын
You got this brother, keep at it!!!!
@martinevans5587
@martinevans5587 2 жыл бұрын
Koa keep it going mate. Soon the waves will come your way. You are surfing so smoothly and it nice to see. ...enjoy aus! I'm so jealous it looks lush
@ubetucan2747
@ubetucan2747 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, well shot & produced. Appreciate sharing your experiences of surfing waves like Pipeline, Skeleton and that hell right in Morocco. Good description of surfing at Snapper with all the other W+⚓⚓'s. Best of luck on your competitive surfing journey. PS You're a good sport for entertaining the Groms🏆
@trentpolcyn7257
@trentpolcyn7257 2 жыл бұрын
You got this dude! Keep your head up, have fun and catch some sweet waves dude 🤙🏼
@daggapig
@daggapig 2 жыл бұрын
Koa, you're inspirational!
@Dallas88888
@Dallas88888 2 жыл бұрын
I hear/feel your gratitude. That's what makes you so special. Hugs...
@basatrus
@basatrus 2 жыл бұрын
Inspiration, thank you very much 💪💙
@odub56
@odub56 2 ай бұрын
Best of luck to you dude! I hope you make it to the CT!!
@JTJ92
@JTJ92 2 жыл бұрын
Keep that positive mind Koa, and channel the warrior
@alasdairmcrobie5334
@alasdairmcrobie5334 2 жыл бұрын
Oh that’s so cool
@sylvainmitault
@sylvainmitault 2 жыл бұрын
Keep going Koa, you got this!
@alphadeltaj4548
@alphadeltaj4548 2 жыл бұрын
All the best Koa, you’ll do it..
@saulela3605
@saulela3605 Жыл бұрын
Wow 🤩 amazing! You are very inspiring 👍🏻😎🤩
@RiceKookaa
@RiceKookaa 3 ай бұрын
Snapper Rocks aka Party Waves City. We appreciate your videos a lot
@SpiritKooks
@SpiritKooks 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking photo with me on snapper rocks beach. Chase your dream and I’m following you!
@wander4waves33
@wander4waves33 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome job. Your doing great.
@craiglatimer3295
@craiglatimer3295 2 жыл бұрын
Epic video, top notch videography and I love the positive vibes
@christianmason1380
@christianmason1380 2 жыл бұрын
We’re all cheering for you!
@wrdj3094
@wrdj3094 2 жыл бұрын
So stoked for you brother!
@kiraptrsn
@kiraptrsn 2 жыл бұрын
Keep the vlogs coming 🤗🤗🤗
@cannedfish839
@cannedfish839 2 жыл бұрын
So inspirational
@oceandesert4278
@oceandesert4278 2 жыл бұрын
Such high quality videos keep them up
@planetfonz
@planetfonz 2 жыл бұрын
Lol your dad saying "what way do i turn" made me have a good laugh.. as for man-made snapper rocks sand, its a pretty interesting story and a lot of people both for and against the sand pumping.. The rock groynes of kirra and the tweed river mouth affected the natural sand flow significantly and huge storms throughout the years almost claimed the beachside buildings in Surfers Paradise. I remember Greenmount being a beautiful cove which had a pretty nice wave before the tweed sand pumping jetty was built ... The other sand pumping jetty on the Southport spit created awesome waves on the southern end of Stradbroke island.. great vids man, keep it up
@boujeedagoat8397
@boujeedagoat8397 2 жыл бұрын
We love you Koa
@dennismcquoid9751
@dennismcquoid9751 2 жыл бұрын
Good luck, Koa!
@TeddyParker
@TeddyParker Жыл бұрын
That's competition. Nothing to worry about losing on a shoulder high right hander. I know the tour is the goal. But still we want to see you surf your favorite waves and be yourself over that.
@oliversmith7820
@oliversmith7820 2 жыл бұрын
Nice vid, good to see you in Australia.
@gregadams1291
@gregadams1291 2 жыл бұрын
Stay positive buddy you got this 🤘
@kayleepettibone9367
@kayleepettibone9367 Жыл бұрын
Doesn't get better than Jill and Andy!!
@michaelk90
@michaelk90 2 жыл бұрын
rooting for you koa
@Petepato3
@Petepato3 2 жыл бұрын
Great video as always :D
@The_Python_Turtle
@The_Python_Turtle 2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos Koa , ❤️ from Brisbane
@guyfitter3006
@guyfitter3006 2 жыл бұрын
Loved your surfing and thought you surfed great in your heat. Go for it mate.
@darrenmarney8577
@darrenmarney8577 2 жыл бұрын
You have the opportunity Koa to take & make your dream come true 👌 Just do what is right for you 🤙
@luciadiazrodrigo1648
@luciadiazrodrigo1648 2 жыл бұрын
You re all an example!!💪💪🏄🏼
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