We’re Iara and Crispi, two Spanish surfers who have built our lives around surfing. From competition to traveling the world in search of waves, the ocean has shaped our path and the way we see life.
As close friends, we inspire and push each other to grow, both in surfing and in life. Halia was born from that connection and from our desire to create a space where women can progress, feel supported and surf with confidence.
Iara grew up in the Basque Country, with the ocean as a constant presence in her life. She started competing at the age of 14 and quickly developed a deep connection with surfing — not only as a sport, but as a way of understanding effort, discipline and personal growth.
In 2016, she began teaching surfing, discovering a new side of her passion: inspiring and motivating others, both in and out of the water. For Iara, coaching goes beyond technique — it’s about building confidence, consistency and trust in the process.
A former Billabong Europe team rider and runner-up at the JQS Sopela 2018, Iara brings a strong technical background to her coaching. Her experience in competition allows her to analyze performance, identify key areas for improvement and guide surfers through structured, level-appropriate progression with clear and practical feedback.
Cristina or Crispi, she first stood on a board at the age of 8 in her homeland, Galicia. What started as a childhood passion evolved into her lifestyle, mindset, and ultimately, her professional career.
With over 20 years of experience navigating the ocean, Crispi spent her life traveling the globe in search of waves, from the United States to every corner of Europe, and onto destinations like Indonesia, Mexico, El Salvador, and Australia. Through these journeys, she has developed a deep, intuitive connection with the sea.
Cristina’s approach to surfing is backed by 8 years of national and international competition, an experience that taught her discipline, resilience, and technical precision that she now passes on to her students. Beyond the jersey, she holds a Degree in Sports Science, Certified Surf Coach, Lifeguard and First Aid professional. Crispi is also a national (ESP) and International Surf Judge (ISA).
Halia was born during an improvised surf trip to Medewi, on the west coast of Bali. What started as a spontaneous adventure turned into something much deeper.
Surfing together, sharing waves, stories and motivation made us realize how powerful it is to connect with someone who shares your passion and pushes you to improve. If we could experience that, why not share it with more women?
That simple idea is where Halia began.
