The World Belly Boarding Championship (WBBC) was first started six years ago at Chapel Porth by Martyn Ward (RNLI Lifeguard Supervisor) and Chris Ryan (Chapel Porth National Trust Car Park Attendant) as a memorial contest to the late Arthur Traveller, a Londoner who holidayed with his wooden board at Chapel Porth every year. From its humble beginnings with only a handful of competitors it has now grown into the World Championships with over 100 entrants.

 

From the beginning it has been a very simple, back-to-basics comp - no wetsuits, no leashes and no swim fins. A bit of wood and a swimsuit is all you need, you don't even need to bring money as the entry fee is free although a donation would be massively appreciated! Even parking is free if you're a National Trust member, and there's a free tea or coffee for each competitor thanks to Robin Ross of Chapel Porth Beach Café.

 

 

For more info: www.bellyboarding.co.uk

Sunday 4 September 2011 8:00am 5:00pm