Gold Coast, Australia – The 2023/24 Shaw and Partners Summer of Surf Series is set to make a splash this summer, with over $600,000 in prize money up for grabs. The series will feature five premier rated events and an expanded regional event series with further events to be announced. 

The premier events, dates and locations include the Shaw and Partners Hayden Kenny Classic, taking place the 1st – 2nd December 2023, the Shaw and Partners Manly Open on 19th – 20th January 2024, the Shaw and Partners North Bondi Classic on 9th – 10th February 2024, and the Shaw and Partners Shannon Eckstein Ironman Classic Double Header from 23-25 February 2024.

“We’re thrilled to be hosting the 2023/24 Shaw and Partners Summer of Surf Series, with a fantastic lineup of events and prize money on offer,” said Earl Evans, Shaw and Partners Co-CEO. “These events will bring together the best surf lifesavers from around the country, showcasing their skills and athleticism in some of the most iconic locations in Australia.”

The Shaw and Partners Shannon Eckstein Ironman Classic will again feature the formal awards night and after function, making it a must-attend event for surf lifesaving fans and competitors alike.

“We’re looking forward to seeing some fierce competition across all of the events, with some of the best athletes in the sport vying for the top prizes,” said Summer of Surf Communications Manager Ben Cochrane. 

The 2023/24 Shaw and Partners Summer of Surf will also see a new look Race One Surf Craft and Paddlers junior racing experience featuring a Race One finals arena with 6 Race One Skis, 10 Race on Boards and 14 Race One Paddles to be given away to the elite junior athletes. 

This huge elevation in junior racing is welcomed by Race One Surf Craft and Paddles Co-Owner Jimmy Walker. “The past few years has seen a massive boost in racing in the open rankings so we are so proud to be expanding this into the Under 15 and Under 17 racing where the future superstars are starting to make their mark. With the winners of the irons getting to take home a brand new ski, board and paddle ($7,800 value) is really something special to get them motivated and rewarded for their efforts.”

2023/24 Shaw and Partners Summer of Surf Prize Pool breakdown

• Shaw and Partners Hayden Kenny Classic: $75k
• Shaw and Partners Manly Surf Open: $75k
• Shaw and Partners North Bondi Classic: $75k
• Shaw and Partners Shannon Eckstein Ironman Classic Day One $75k
• Shaw and Partners Shannon Eckstein Ironman Classic Day Two $125k
• Open Ironman / Ironwoman Champions $10k plus car (Valued at $38k)
• Open Irons runner up to 5th place: $7.5k, $5k, $2.5k, $1k 
• Open Individual events: $2k
• Jackpot: Win 4 of 5 premier events and win $25k 
• Race One Open MVPs: $5k
• Race One Under 19 MVP: $1k
• Race One Under 15 & Under 17 Ironman & Ironwoman Champions (Value $7,800)
• U19 Male & Female Ironman Champion* Race One Ski, Race One Board & Race One Paddle (Value $7,800)
• Race One Under 15 & Under 17 Ironman & Ironwoman runner up: Race One Board & Paddle (Value $3,300)
• U19 Male & Female Iron runner up*: Race One Board & Paddle (Value $3,300)
• Race One Under 15 & Under 17 Ironman & Ironwoman 3rd place: Race One Paddle (Value $800)
• U19 Male & Female Iron 3^rd place: Race One Paddle (Value $800)

* Highest placed U19 Iron competitor in the Open Iron rankings

For more information and updates on the 2023/24 Shaw and Partners Summer of Surf Series, visit the official website at www.shawandpartners.com.au/surfseries.

2023/24 Shaw and Partners Summer of Surf Premier Event Schedule

• Shaw and Partners Hayden Kenny Classic: 1st-2nd December 2023
• Shaw and Partners Manly Open: 19th-20th January 2024
• Shaw and Partners North Bondi Classic:  9th-10th February 2024
• Shaw and Partners Shannon Eckstein Ironman Classic Double Header: 23-25 February 2024 
• Shaw and Partners Summer of Surf 5,000 & 7,000 events will be confirmed asap. 

The Summer of Surf would like to thank our incredible partners Shaw and Partners Financial Services, Race One Surf Craft and Paddles, Jolyn Australia, Finis Australia, Tri-Swim, We Are Feel Good Inc, Sunshine Coast Council, Major Events Gold Coast, Surf Life Saving Queensland with further exciting partners to be announced very soon!