ORISSA, India, Jan. 23, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This month India's scenic Orissa coastline will host the second annual international India Surf Festival (ISF) from January 25-27. Offering total immersion in the spiritual aspects of surfing and an introduction to the sport that connect's a surfer's spirit to the ocean. At the festival participants can learn from experts about the basics of surfing, stand up paddle (SUP), yoga practice, and watch inspiring original films while enjoying art and in indulging in live musical and visual performances. All of these events are a combined effort of international participants from continents around the world, set amongst India's beautiful coastal forest at the newly discovered river mouth surf spot know as Lotus Point.
Drawing surfers and visitors from around the world including India, Singapore, Argentina, Spain, Italy, Morocco, Brazil, the US, and more. The event is expected to attract over 2,000 global travelers and 60+ registered surf participants, coming together to participate in this incredible one-of-a-kind event. This will be an event to remember as people will have the opportunity to surf, marvel at amazing art, listen to live music, or rejuvenate using solar clay therapy and dining on organic food, all in beautiful and harmonious environment. As stated by Sanjay Samantaray, creator of the India Surf Festival:
"The spirit of the event is to encourage Oneness among all types of surfers and experiment sharing wisdom pools, allowing us to become change makers. Join us for a gathering of global artists, musicians and designers and share in the joy of surf adventures on the sunny, unspoiled beach in Odisha." ~ Sanjay Samataray
- Dates: January 25th-27th, 2013
- Location: The festival venue is located at the Lotus Eco Resort, adjacent to Ramchandi Beach at Puri-Konark Marine Drive.
- Transportation: Regular buses from Puri to Konark are available, tell them you want to stop at Lotus. Taxis and auto rickshaws are options and it's possible to arrange vehicles for hire.
- Registration:http://bit.ly/SurfFestRegistration
Festivities
Snapshot of highlighted events and happenings. Movie screening of Ocean Monk - a film showcasing friends discovering the beauty and power of surfing. Art installations by Nova Collective - a group of four designers and musicians including Sachin Shetty, Archan Nair, Kaustubh Kamat and Harshvardhan Kadam. Musical performances by Tribal Flora (from Mumbai and Bhubaneswar) and 120DUB (from Buenos Aires, Argentina). Dance performances by villagers or nearby regions. Sand art by artists from the Puri Sand Art Institute. For a full list of performers, artists, surf participants, and events please visit: www.indiasurffestival.com
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ABOUT INDIA SURF FESTIVAL
The India Surf Festival promotes wholesome surf culture in India with a mission to take water sports to a new level through SUP (Stand Up Paddle) as a sustainable alternative towards building an eco-friendly adventure. ISF encourages the freedom of global expression to artists, musicians, craftsmen and designers while sharing the joy of surfing. We aim to create an alternative reality that relates positively with the environment and contributes to the wisdom of adventure. To contact us call +91-8338084514 or email indiasurffestival@gmail.com
ABOUT SURFING YOGIS USA
Surfing Yogis USA is a California based nonprofit organization with a mission to support the development of ecologically and socially responsible surf and stand up paddle tourism. A team of surfers and yogis who wish to support the development of economic welfare and environmental awareness. Through use of classical yoga ethics and philosophy along with surfing, and stand-up paddle (SUP) - Surfing Yogis generate environmental awareness education and inspire individuals to recognize the interconnectedness, fragility and beauty of life and the importance of ecological systems on the planet. Currently working with the India Surf Festival in Orissa, Inda to develop and implement local programs to support surf and SUP tourism.
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