Wade in the Water Trailer

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.

What People Are Saying

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

— WithItGirl

“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. Mithcell

“Because of the film, we've had several groups join us in exploring the joy of surfing! I can't thank David enough for his generousity, time, and participating in an engaging Q&A session during the screening. We hope to share the film in the future with more audiences in our area in the hopes of bringing the joy of surfing to the metro ATL area, and inspire the next generation of BIPOC surfers!”