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A Journey into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture

TUESDAY • FEBRUARY 3, 2026
6:15 PM – 7:30 PM
Montezuma Theater • SDSU

A powerful documentary uncovering the thousand-year history of Black surfing—
from ancient African aquatic culture to pioneers like Nick Gabaldón—
challenging barriers, reclaiming aquatic heritage, and celebrating the Black surf renaissance.

Themes: Aquatic heritage • Spiritual connection to water • Breaking stereotypes • Future generations
Directed by David Mesfin

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Host or Publisher Shareef Salaam