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Tony Brigante surf Kauai Hawaii

Tony Brigante

Longboard competitor and coach
surfboard designer and shaper

A bit about me

I have been surfing for over 35 years and longboarding for the past 20. The ocean has been my lifelong passion, and over the years, I’ve not only honed my skills in the water but also started making my own boards from start to finish. Riding a board I’ve crafted with my own hands brings a deeper connection to the waves, and I’m proud to say that I’ve won three 1st place competitions on my own boards.

Beyond my personal journey in surfing, I have a strong background in coaching. I spent 10 years coaching competitive boys’ and girls’ soccer teams, leading them to multiple state tournament victories and Kaua‘i Island championships. Helping young athletes develop their skills, mindset, and teamwork has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my career.

With my experience in both surfing and coaching, I bring a deep understanding of technique, strategy, and mentorship—whether in the ocean or on the field.

Notable Achievements

2024

1st place

Big Chill Out, Pacifica, California

2025
1st place

Pine Trees Longboard Classic

(Masters Division), Kauai, Hawaii

4th place

Malibu Surfing Association (MSA) Classic

Invitational, Malibu, California

5th place

Duke Kahanamoku Invitational Surfing

Championship, Honolulu, Hawaii

2023

1st place

Santa Cruz Longboard Union Memorial

Day Club Invitational, Lane, Santa Cruz, California

2022

3rd place

Duke Kahanamoku Invitational Surfing

Championship, Honolulu, Hawaii

2017

1st place

Pine Trees Longboard Classic, Kauai, Hawaii

3rd place

Malibu Surfing Association (MSA) Classic

Invitational, Malibu, California

2019

1st place

Duke Kahanamoku Invitational Surfing

Championship, Honolulu, Hawaii

World Surf League Qualifying Series (WSLQS), Hawaii/Tahiti Nui region

13th Place 2025 and 2022,

14th Place, 2023

 

And many more finals throughout Hawaii and California.

Tony Brigante

Phone:

+1 808 652 5438

Email:

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