Surviving to Thriving
Get ready for an exciting experience! You can catch the full film right here from the end of March 2026 onwards!
Your purchase or donation for viewing the film will support SURFING TO SURVIVE INC ASSOCIATION, helping Karin continue her inspiring journey of sharing this incredible story of resilience.
Trailer
As a fearless explorer, Karin immerses herself in the raw beauty of nature. Her remarkable healing journey unfolds in the face of adversity.
She confronts her deepest fears and past traumas head-on, including a heart-pounding encounter with a shark. But her story goes far beyond the realms of thrill-seeking; it is a testament to her unyielding spirit in dealing with a rare immune system illness and many other challenges.
The stunning footage reveals the healing power of nature and of a supportive community, enriched by interviews with professional surfers such as Pauline Menczer, Kieren Perrow, Layne Beachley Joel Fitzgerald and Joel Paxton. Together with Karin’s mother, traditional custodians, an outdoor expert, health professionals and a scientist, they all paint a picture of her adventurous and rewarding healing journey.