Zahlia Short

Surfing

Energetic, confident, and highly driven, Zahlia Short exceeds expectations through hard work and dedication to her sport and lifestyle.

As far back as Zahlia can remember, surfing has been her life. Watching her Mum and Dad surf inspired a passion within her that only surfing can satisfy.

Having been an avid surfer for over 10 years, seven of which have been competing, 2016 proved to be a pivotal year coming first place in the NSW State Titles and many other junior events nationwide.

At 18, Zahlia is transitioning onto the world stage, competing in the Women’s Qualifying Series and Junior Pro Series alongside her little sister Shyla. Her best 2022/2023 season result was 2nd place in the Phillip Island Pro.

Zahlia is also a Surfing Australia Junior Talent ID program graduate and is currently identified nationally by the HPC – Australias High-Performance Surfing Program.

Although surfing is the primary focus for Zahlia, when not in the water, she can be found singing, playing the guitar, or creating content to share with her ever-growing social community.