Spirare began in 2004 when I saw the need for eco-friendly alternative to the toxic disposable surfboards being produced. This realization came shortly after making my first surfboard the previous year and learning that all the materials used in the process are harmful to the environment as well as the craftsmen.

Surfers traditionally respect the ocean and environment and actively work to protect it, yet we ride surfboards that are made from highly toxic materials that are a hazard to both the people who make them and the environment.

Spirare Surfboards explores innovative surfboard design using alternative materials and methods to make highly functional pieces of fine art that emphasize green design and sustainable construction.

The title of my company ‘Spirare’ is the Latin root of spirit- to breathe, breath, the breath of life, the soul. My aim is to breathe new life into surfboard design and help surfing regain its soul.

Spirare Surfboards are made with a conscientious approach to both the surfboard as a functional device and to sustainable design. Whether boards are shaped from foam, wood, or a composite combination of both, Spirare strives to use the most eco-friendly materials and methods available without compromising on performance.