What makes a real “waterman”? The documentary The Next Gen Hawaiian Watermen raises precisely this question. It follows three outstanding Hawaiian watermen who impress with their passion, skill and connection to the ocean. For wingfoilers and everyone who loves water sports, this film is an exciting journey through generations and disciplines.
Three athletes, three perspectives
The documentary focuses on three personalities who have shaped the term “Waterman” in different ways:
Robby Naish (63 years old) – An icon of water sports. Robby was not only a pioneer of windsurfing, but also helped shape the early days of wingfoiling. His experiences show how water sports have developed over the last few decades.
Austin Kalama (26 years old) – As the son of water sports legend Dave Kalama, Austin is versatile: big wave surfing, foiling, stand-up paddling – he embodies the next level of water sports.
Koa Fabbio (12 years old) – The youngest of the three brings a breath of fresh air to the scene. With impressive talent and enthusiasm, he shows how the next generation is developing the sport.
What can you take away from the movie?
The Next Gen Hawaiian Watermen not only highlights the sporting achievements of the protagonists, but also the philosophy behind their actions. The film offers numerous points of reference for wingfoilers:
– Inspiration for your own development – whether you are just starting out or want to improve your technique.
– Connection to the element of water – The film reminds us why many of us love water sports.
– Tradition meets innovation – how can decades of knowledge be transferred to modern sports such as wingfoiling?
Why should you watch the movie?
The film impresses with its high-quality footage, honest insights and the diversity of the disciplines shown. It focuses on the athletes’ personal stories and their connection to the ocean.
Conclusion
The Next Gen Hawaiian Watermen is a movie that focuses not only on athletic performance, but also on passion for the water. And what could go better with WINGPASSION? 😀
