Surf Reflections Junior Series – Powered by Surfest
Get ready for top-shelf youth surfing, sunshine, live music, tasty street food and all round good vibes.
Previously known as the Cadet Cup, Surf Reflections Junior Series draws the hottest teen surfing talent from around Australia. Powered by Surfest, this epic surfing comp has fast become one of the premium surf events on the east coast of Australia.
In 2026, the Surf Reflections Junior Series – powered by Surfest is now expanding to 3 prime locations for even more surfing goodness!
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How it works:
Each event in the series is a standalone competition — surfers can join one or chase the whole tour. At the end of the series, champions in each age group will be crowned based on overall performance.
Entry
Entries are limited and will be seeded by Surfing Australia’s rolling seeded format. The competition will also include the Surfing Australia Second Chance Draw, giving competitors one extra opportunity to advance before elimination.
Entry fee: $165 (GST incl.)
Prizes
Proudly sponsored by Reflections Holidays, each division offers $1,000 prizemoney. Then series champions are offered $2,500 in accommodation credit and prizes each for standout performances across all events. T&Cs Apply.
Divisions
- Under 14 Boys & Girls
- Under 16 Boys & Girls
Upcoming Surf Reflections Junior Series Events
Surf Reflections Junior Series is back at Bonny Hills in 2026 with our friends at Surfest Newcastle! When: 6-8 February 2026
Now with a third location, Surf Reflections Junior Series, will be held at Hungry Head Beach. Dates: 8-10 May 2026
Now in its second year, Surf Reflections Junior Series, will be held at Nine Mile Beach, Tuncurry. Dates: 13-15 November 2026
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Life's better outside
"One of Reflections’ mottos is that ‘Life’s Better Outside’ and this is a fantastic partnership and event that will encourage people to be surf-side, watching all the action"
Nick Baker - CEO
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