Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 18 hours ago

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Join me as I explore the vibrant surf scene in Trinidad with pro surfer Chris Dennis, one of the island’s top wave riders and community leaders. In this episode, we dive into the local surf culture, stunning Caribbean breaks, and the inspiring work of Chris’s non-profit Waves for Hope — a foundation that empowers at-risk youth through surfing, skateboarding, freediving, meditation, and essential life skills. From beautiful beaches to powerful stories of transformation, this video captures how surfing in Trinidad is more than a sport — it’s a movement of hope, discipline, and connection to nature.
Bless up,
Matthew

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CHAPTERS
00:00 Balandra, Trinidad
03:41 Learning to Surf!
06:37 Chris Dennis
08:08 Humble Beginnings
13:25 Pro Surfing
20:31 My Community
23:10 Waves for Hope
27:11 Surfing=life
32:57 The Future
37:13 $ Challenges
38:51 Support


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