My surfing journey began with simply sliding on my belly on waves during holidays by the Polish seaside or abroad. Over time, that casual fun started to evolve. I began using a bodyboard, which allowed me to ride the wave for much longer. A bodyboard is a type of board you lie on—there’s no standing up involved.

When I was seven, we went on a family trip to the Dominican Republic, and that’s where I tried traditional surfing for the first time. Unfortunately, it was just a one-time experience at that point.

At the age of thirteen, I started taking a deeper interest in surfing from various angles. With the support of my parents, I began training on my own—both in Poland and during trips abroad. I was entirely self-taught.

I love surfing more than anything—what inspires me is simply riding the wave, or more precisely, the feeling that comes with it. It’s one of a kind and truly special. I have a sense that it’s a feeling I’ll always be chasing.

The Baltic Sea is my local playground—it’s unique and very close to my heart. I know the area inside out. During the summer season, I pack my board onto my bike and go searching for the best conditions. That way, I keep discovering new parts of the Baltic coastline every time.

There’s no such thing as a defined surf season on the Baltic, but because of storms on the Northern Hemisphere, winter tends to bring the best waves.

I take cold showers and do cold-water dips—this helps improve my thermal comfort during longer surf sessions and generally helps me adapt to the cold. So-called cold water surfing is definitely a more extreme form of the sport.

In winter, I also wear a completely different wetsuit with thicker insulation, along with a hood, gloves, and boots to stay warm.

Surfing is all about flow—especially when it comes to choosing maneuvers on a wave. For me, it’s like dancing on water. Without a doubt, this kind of surfing choreography plays a big role in design and creativity. Over time, every surfer develops something unique in their movement—it becomes a personal expression.

I’ll never forget the words of my coach: “Surfing is like painting on a blank canvas without lifting the brush, creating fluid lines.” So yes, absolutely—surfing is a unique form of art. It’s not just a sport, but also a form of expression, self-improvement, and harmony with nature. It allows you to connect with the waves and your surroundings in a way that’s often described as both artistic and meditative.

Yes, when I turned 18, I went to Portugal for six months and lived in my van—my home on wheels. I also use it when I come to surf on the Baltic Sea. It brings a lot of comfort, especially in winter when you can make yourself a hot cup of tea right after a cold session in the water. These days I spend a bit less time in the van, but it will always feel like home to me.