Aditya Somiya And Dian Septiari To Represent Indonesia At The Rip Curl GromSearch International Finals In Australia
The next generation of Indonesian surfing talent look centre stage at Rip Curl GromSearch Indonesia Finals 2026, held at Halfway Kuta Beach on 17-18 October. Bringing together 125+ young surfers to compete across the Under-16, Under-14 and Under-12 divisions, the two-day event celebrated the skills, determination and growing potential of Indonesia’s next generation of surfers.
“Seeing Aditya and Dian earn their places at the International Finals is exactly what GromSearch is all about. We want to give young Indonesian surfers the platform, experience, and opportunities they need to grow, compete and realise their potential. We are proud to help create pathways for the next generation to take their surfing to the world stage” said James Hendy, President Director of Rip Curl Indonesia.
The event was made possible with the continued support of partners who share Rip Curl’s commitment to surf culture, youth development and the active lifestyle community.
Mamaka Hotel returns as hotel partner, continuing its support of Rip Curl GromSearch for the third consecutive year and hosting the presentation night for the first time where all groms enjoyed the celebration after 2-day event at the amazing Kuta Social Club, Mamaka Hotel.
Rip Curl GromSearch 2026 sponsored by:
Mamaka Hotel, Sol Crème, Shapers, YUMMY Dairy, BGS Bali, Indo Amazon Acai, Avebodi.
Rip Curl GromSearch 2026 Contest Results:
Under 16 Division (Boys):
- Putu Aditya Putra Somiya (13,43 points)
- Darma Wisesa (13,06 points)
- 3. Rafael Hiroshi Setiadi (8,67 points)
- Riki Uemura (6,04 points)
Under 14 Division (Boys):
- Jaya Suhendra (13,93 points)
- I Wayan Agus Jho Ananda Sastrawan (9,80 points)
- Darma Wisesa (9,53 points)
- Sang bagus made Subawa Girinatha Vijaya (9,16 points)
Under 12 Division (Boys):
- Jaya Suhendra (12,14 points)
- Kadek Arjuna Putra Somiya (11,27 points)
- Sang Bagus Nyoman Dhananjaya Putra Mega (10,63 points)
- Alessandro Dotti (8,76 points)
Under 16 Division (Girls):
- Ni Made Dian Septiari (12,10 points)
- Aonnarin Engsrisawang (11,67 points)
- Aura Zeflin (8,20 points)
- Tasia Belyaeva (6,17 points)
Under 14 Division (Girls):
- Aonnarin Engsrisawang (12,00 points)
- Tasia Belyaeva (11,66 points)
- Lunlana Sinsoke (8,93 points)
- Jirapat Chulasukontha (7,20 points)
Under 12 Division (Girls):
- Monster Chong (10,97 points)
- Amanah putri Annisa (10,60 points)
- Kobi Lana Partridge (8,84 points)
