Interview with Gold Coast Logger Maya Simonovski
We had the opportunity to sit down with local Gold Coast logger, Maya Simonovski, in an interview to learn about her adventures, passions and inspirations. Read on to find out more about this longtime ladyslider and masters degree graduate.
Name: Maya Simonovski
Age: 28
Hometown: Gold Coast, QLD, Australia
Home Break: Burleigh Heads to Coolangatta QLD, Australia
Tell us about your relationship with the ocean.
Most people that live on the Gold Coast are in love with the beach and the coastal lifestyle. I think it’s quite hard to explain how much you love surfing/ocean with people because words aren’t enough. My life revolves around the ocean and also my closest friends are addicted to surfing/ocean. I love it as much as my family and closest friends. Its beautifully wild, a paradise and heaven on earth to me.
Tell us about a few of your adventures - where did you go, who did you meet, what did you learn?
Surfing takes up a far bit of my life, so I wanted to experience something different and totally opposite to Australia’s landscape. I love outdoor adventures, so decided to travel and camp throughout Alaska and Canada in summer. It is an experience I will remember forever, it was stunning! I met quirky locals with big hearts and other travellers from around the world who loved outdoor adventures as much as me. I travelled their on my own, so I was bit anguish and scared, but it taught me to believe in my instincts, and pushed me to get out of my comfort zone.
How long have you been surfing for?
Been surfing since I was 14 yrs. old
What is your favorite board?
mmmm tricky. I think you need the right board for the right conditions, but consider myself a logger at heart.
Where is your favorite surf spot?
Currumbin Alley
Day job: Social Worker
Dream job: Free surfer that is paid to surf around the world (laughs)
Who or what inspires you?
Kind hearted people and nature
What does Seadom mean to you?
Genuine love for the ocean, representing positive vibes, and the beauty of women’s surfing.
Favorite post-surf meal?
Quality sushiiii!!!
Favorite quotation:
"The best things in life are free."
What are you most proud of?
So far: Having amazing people in my life, taking up surfing and finishing a master degree.
Aside from ocean-related activities, what are you passionate about? What are your favorite hobbies/past-times?
Getting amongst nature, bush walking, hiking,
Listening to blues, rock n roll, and folk music.
Attempting to draw and trum at guitar.
Explain what a day in your shoes is like.
Morning: Surfing
Day: Working
Afternoon: Drinking tea outside with our goats and chickens, catching up with friends and listening to music (surf if it is good)
Night: Read a book or draw
Who did you look up to and admire when you were a child?
My family and closest friends
Words of wisdom for female surfers?
Become an all-round water woman!
What brings you the most happiness in the world?
Of course surfing (laughs). Being surrounded by people, I love and who love me.