“Success in Hawaii is having more time with your kids...”
Shane Dorian is a surfing legend, wellness fanatic & dedicated father of 2 rad teens. Tune-in as we take a peak into Shane’s world...
A Q&A About Fatherhood with Shane Dorian
What does it mean to you to be a dad?
To me being a dad means I have a huge responsibility. Being a great father is far from easy but so rewarding. I love being so close with my kids and helping them become who they are meant to be in their own lives.
What is it like raising your kids on the water/ in the outdoors?
I feel incredibly lucky to have kids that love the outdoors. Being able to have surf sessions and go on surf trips with my kids is the best. My son also loves to go camping and go on bow hunting missions with me which is awesome.
Do you have any advice for new or soon to be dads out there?
90% of being a great dad is just showing up. Showing up consistently and loving them on the good days and the bad days. Our kids might not remember all the times we are there for them but they will remember any time we are not.
Is there something you wish you knew before going to fatherhood?
I’m happy I didn’t know more. Being a parent is really tough and sometimes it’s better to just go for it. I would have never thought I was ready if I knew how overwhelming having kids can be.
Do you connect with your kids through music?
Yeah for sure. My daughter and I listen to Lana Del Ray and she makes me listen to T Swift lol. My son likes to listen to J Cole and Kendrick Lamar before surf sessions.
How does your Turtlebox play a part in raising your kids in the outdoors?
In able to bring our music anywhere and everywhere. Whether it’s camping or using it for training, or just in the backyard we love to connect through music. My Turtlebox helps to make fatherhood that much more fun!
