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

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  • Опубликовано: 23 май 2022
  • 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​​
    Follow Koa's journey!
    Instagram - / koasmith

Комментарии • 280

  • @MrAllstar
    @MrAllstar 2 года назад +117

    Koa you’ve got a shot at making it, we are rooting for you, go brother!! 💪💪🤙

  • @christianformoso1542
    @christianformoso1542 2 года назад +60

    Your vlogs have something special that makes me be so relax just watching and feeling it, good content, good edit and good energy

  • @racheljukes5222
    @racheljukes5222 2 года назад +15

    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!!

  • @nicoleleman4447
    @nicoleleman4447 2 года назад +20

    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!!

  • @tom_woodmann8124
    @tom_woodmann8124 2 года назад +3

    Koa’s philosophy to life is why his channel is more than surfing - keep it up brudda 🤙

  • @chrisfernandez5566
    @chrisfernandez5566 2 года назад +32

    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 года назад +2

      You’re totally 💯 shredding it…! Keep focusing on what you control…And always remember The waves you ride are chosen just for you 🏄🏼‍♂️🌊🤙🏼

  • @jennylombard4259
    @jennylombard4259 2 года назад +15

    Maintain the positive energy Koa. You're awesome! Stay safe🙏

  • @scottburrow8717
    @scottburrow8717 2 года назад +18

    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!!!

  • @frankviterise7333
    @frankviterise7333 Год назад +1

    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

  • @rumtum99
    @rumtum99 2 года назад +6

    So awesome that you can have your parents with you while you fulfill your dreams. That’s the ultimate treasure. ❤️🤙🏼😎

  • @gregoryallenn
    @gregoryallenn Год назад +1

    We’re rooting for you Koa! Yewwww

  • @johnymaloney1190
    @johnymaloney1190 Год назад +2

    Let´s go Koa! Your videos are just superb!!

  • @Beachwise
    @Beachwise Год назад +2

    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 года назад

    Soundtrack is off the hook! Love the story, surfing and editing, too. Whole package.

  • @TeddyParker
    @TeddyParker Год назад +1

    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.

  • @arsenaul1
    @arsenaul1 2 года назад +1

    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!

  • @janmichaels8550
    @janmichaels8550 2 года назад +4

    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…😉🏄‍♂️🍺👍

  • @kristenbollettiero3197
    @kristenbollettiero3197 Год назад +1

    your amazing Koa, blessed with great family.

  • @Helix31231
    @Helix31231 Год назад +1

    Can’t wait for more regular uploads again!

  • @trevorleggo1777
    @trevorleggo1777 2 года назад +1

    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.

  • @matisanchez
    @matisanchez Год назад +1

    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

  • @rocksareyummy670
    @rocksareyummy670 2 года назад +1

    Koa is my favorite surfer he has a super cool style and apart from surfing seems like a really fun and cool dude

  • @freshoutaustralia987
    @freshoutaustralia987 2 года назад +1

    Dude it is so crazy, you get on such a sick wave and people just have no respect!!!

  • @jrb_jr_13
    @jrb_jr_13 2 года назад +5

    Koa man so happy for you man!!! Wow keep up all the good work and stay safe! 🤙🏿🤙🏿

  • @RiceKookaa
    @RiceKookaa 3 месяца назад +1

    Snapper Rocks aka Party Waves City. We appreciate your videos a lot

  • @kyletrytsman3008
    @kyletrytsman3008 Год назад +3

    You are an absolute legend man! What a genuine and inspiring person. 🤙🤙

  • @marissascrafts2417
    @marissascrafts2417 2 года назад +3

    Love you’re mindset Koa! I look up to you so much you’re doing amazing!!

  • @karterthorne9802
    @karterthorne9802 2 года назад +3

    Your my idol Koa your attitude and mindset are amazing and I strive to be like you. great job!!

  • @kayleepettibone9367
    @kayleepettibone9367 Год назад +1

    Doesn't get better than Jill and Andy!!

  • @jasminehodges5907
    @jasminehodges5907 2 года назад +3

    Love your videos and your honesty!

  • @sunsensational
    @sunsensational 2 года назад +1

    You’ve got the best attitude!! Just have fun and forget about the results. Your surfing is great.

  • @MandyDietel
    @MandyDietel Год назад +1

    Thank you for creating this awesome content. I love watching and getting inspired! 🎉

  • @peterkovic2241
    @peterkovic2241 Год назад +1

    Love these travel style surf videos. Something about watching someone riding waves is so soothing to me at my boring office job.

  • @steinervision7643
    @steinervision7643 2 года назад +1

    Facing all those kooks is a fearful experience! Good luck!!!

  • @Dallas88888
    @Dallas88888 2 года назад

    I hear/feel your gratitude. That's what makes you so special. Hugs...

  • @nielsvandestolpe1911
    @nielsvandestolpe1911 2 года назад +1

    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!

  • @JasperSmith
    @JasperSmith 2 года назад +5

    so good to see you ripping over here in Australia! love you and you're energy Koa, huge inspiration

  • @jordiolsson
    @jordiolsson 2 года назад

    Absolutely love Koa's positive energy!

  • @thesamimartin
    @thesamimartin 2 года назад +2

    Glad to see videos popping back ip!! Missed it man! Keep pushing! You got this!

  • @josegarcialopez4162
    @josegarcialopez4162 2 года назад +1

    Love your positivity. The best to you.

  • @tiaanmoggee6786
    @tiaanmoggee6786 2 года назад

    So so sooo good !!!

  • @user-dm1gt7rb8n
    @user-dm1gt7rb8n 2 года назад +1

    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!

  • @SpiritKooks
    @SpiritKooks 2 года назад

    Thanks for taking photo with me on snapper rocks beach. Chase your dream and I’m following you!

  • @JTJ92
    @JTJ92 2 года назад

    Keep that positive mind Koa, and channel the warrior

  • @greylynnn
    @greylynnn 2 года назад

    Awesome man. Thank you for sharing your adventure with us.

  • @alexmcmahonx
    @alexmcmahonx 2 года назад

    Love your work Koa!!

  • @odub56
    @odub56 2 месяца назад

    Best of luck to you dude! I hope you make it to the CT!!

  • @jimandsharonskiles3429
    @jimandsharonskiles3429 2 года назад

    Love your spirit. Keep the joy and confidence flowing.

  • @loveloves2770
    @loveloves2770 Год назад +1

    Much love Koa 🤙

  • @anguscole1
    @anguscole1 Год назад +1

    Your so amazing,your energy is awesome indeed,hope you have the most amazing night tonight as well as tomorrow,keep pushing forward,remember your talent is endless 🙏🙏.Your dad looks a tad bit like Bob weir.

  • @alvaroop6307
    @alvaroop6307 2 года назад +1

    Your videos transmit so much serenity and positivity. Even with so much at stake... Keep up the good energy brother!

  • @saulela3605
    @saulela3605 Год назад +1

    Wow 🤩 amazing! You are very inspiring 👍🏻😎🤩

  • @shawnsheers8532
    @shawnsheers8532 2 года назад

    Koa...Have fun and enjoy !!! .....and thank you for the stoke.

  • @oliversmith7820
    @oliversmith7820 2 года назад

    Nice vid, good to see you in Australia.

  • @nicholaswoodman7709
    @nicholaswoodman7709 2 года назад +1

    Love what person you are and how you just embrace everything koa you are the goat my man keep shredding ❤️❤️

  • @craiglatimer3295
    @craiglatimer3295 2 года назад

    Epic video, top notch videography and I love the positive vibes

  • @guyfitter3006
    @guyfitter3006 2 года назад

    Loved your surfing and thought you surfed great in your heat. Go for it mate.

  • @jjg5285
    @jjg5285 2 года назад

    Missing you guys so good to see your doing great sending you lots of love and unlimited 🙌 blessings

  • @mikemcfadden910
    @mikemcfadden910 2 года назад +1

    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. 🤙

  • @basatrus
    @basatrus 2 года назад

    Inspiration, thank you very much 💪💙

  • @roseelliott2728
    @roseelliott2728 2 года назад

    Great video, loved that you were able to be present with the gromms 💜

  • @sylvainmitault
    @sylvainmitault 2 года назад

    Keep going Koa, you got this!

  • @martinevans5587
    @martinevans5587 2 года назад

    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

  • @monicacampbell4600
    @monicacampbell4600 2 года назад

    You look totally solid on that board in the second session, Mr. Smith!!!! WOOHOO. So excited for you!!!

  • @anaspetsmobilesalon
    @anaspetsmobilesalon 2 года назад

    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

  • @endlessummermaui8995
    @endlessummermaui8995 2 года назад

    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

  • @805centralcoastcalifornia4
    @805centralcoastcalifornia4 2 года назад

    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.

  • @alexwoolford_surf
    @alexwoolford_surf 2 года назад

    yeah Koa, so sick, I watched all your heats live!! Loving the vibes bro, yeww!

  • @batman50ish
    @batman50ish 2 года назад

    Your surfing is looking fierce Koa and there's a lotta people sending positive energy your way... on top of that divine energy!

  • @tasya1850
    @tasya1850 2 года назад

    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.

  • @cbgnet
    @cbgnet 2 года назад

    Your one of the most humble and chilled out pro surfers I wish nothing but the best for you 🔨

  • @jackcrad3492
    @jackcrad3492 2 года назад +5

    Well done on the comp! Hope the results start to show soon

    • @pritidineshvlog3598
      @pritidineshvlog3598 2 года назад

      i am indin my real life vlog indian culture indiyn food 🙏🏽my RUclips channel please 🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @spunjah_d783
    @spunjah_d783 2 года назад

    I wanna see you on top Koa! Killing it🤙🏽

  • @carlosantoniotabernilla
    @carlosantoniotabernilla 2 года назад +1

    You got this brother, keep at it!!!!

  • @hugss
    @hugss 2 года назад

    lets trot! uphill from here boyysss, cant wait for more vlooggsss :)

  • @alasdairmcrobie5334
    @alasdairmcrobie5334 2 года назад +1

    Oh that’s so cool

  • @trentpolcyn7257
    @trentpolcyn7257 2 года назад

    You got this dude! Keep your head up, have fun and catch some sweet waves dude 🤙🏼

  • @alphadeltaj4548
    @alphadeltaj4548 2 года назад

    All the best Koa, you’ll do it..

  • @wrdj3094
    @wrdj3094 2 года назад

    So stoked for you brother!

  • @boujeedagoat8397
    @boujeedagoat8397 2 года назад

    We love you Koa

  • @kiraptrsn
    @kiraptrsn 2 года назад

    Keep the vlogs coming 🤗🤗🤗

  • @psychedabouttottenhamhotsp4627
    @psychedabouttottenhamhotsp4627 2 года назад

    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

  • @alexanderday3180
    @alexanderday3180 2 года назад +1

    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

  • @CJ-ho3cs
    @CJ-ho3cs 2 года назад

    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 🌟

  • @CaseyBoysNorthQueensland
    @CaseyBoysNorthQueensland 2 года назад

    Oood luck with your future events brother.

  • @ubetucan2747
    @ubetucan2747 2 года назад

    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🏆

  • @nickortcoski6769
    @nickortcoski6769 2 года назад

    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

  • @wander4waves33
    @wander4waves33 2 года назад

    Awesome job. Your doing great.

  • @j.franciscofrances7144
    @j.franciscofrances7144 2 года назад

    You’re a legend mate. You’ve got this!!!

  • @gregadams1291
    @gregadams1291 2 года назад

    Stay positive buddy you got this 🤘

  • @Petepato3
    @Petepato3 2 года назад

    Great video as always :D

  • @albertocarenini4038
    @albertocarenini4038 2 года назад

    You got this brother , whatever you are looking for is there for you

  • @CrimeStories430
    @CrimeStories430 2 года назад

    You got this s Koa, you will be the best in the world one day with that positive mindset 🤙🏼

  • @luciadiazrodrigo1648
    @luciadiazrodrigo1648 2 года назад

    You re all an example!!💪💪🏄🏼

  • @planetfonz
    @planetfonz 2 года назад

    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

  • @The_Python_Turtle
    @The_Python_Turtle 2 года назад

    Love your videos Koa , ❤️ from Brisbane

  • @daggapig
    @daggapig 2 года назад

    Koa, you're inspirational!

  • @tracydubose265
    @tracydubose265 2 года назад

    Aloha from Kekaha. I always assumed you used to be on the tour and quit to chase the dream. You are one of the best surfers out there and I hope you win the title fast so you can get back to journeys. Your backside morocco barrels still leave me mesmorized.

  • @oceandesert4278
    @oceandesert4278 2 года назад

    Such high quality videos keep them up

  • @nickchelemen1099
    @nickchelemen1099 2 года назад

    My favorite surfer!
    Good luck amigo