John John Florence – The Flow King of the North Shore
“Master of Style and Power”
🌊 Basic Info
Full Name: John Alexander Florence
Nickname: John John
Born: October 18, 1992 – Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Nationality: American (Hawaiian)
Surfing Stance: Regular
Favorite Surf Spots: Pipeline, Haleiwa, Sunset Beach, Margaret River
🏆 Career Highlights
Championships & Titles:
2× World Champion (2016, 2017)
Multiple Triple Crown of Surfing winner
Olympian – represented USA at Tokyo 2020
Notable Competitions:
Billabong Pipe Masters, Margaret River Pro, Haleiwa Challenger
Has claimed major wins on both reef and open-ocean breaks
Best Performances:
2017 Margaret River Pro – total dominance in heavy water
2016 World Title – won with consistent top finishes across all wave types
Any time he paddles out at Pipeline or Sunset, you know something special's about to go down
Signature Moves:
Massive open-face carves, smooth and seamless transitions
High-altitude aerials, deep barrels, and supreme positioning in heavy conditions
Known for reading the ocean like few others – pure instinct and timing
🏄♂️ Surfing Style & Equipment
Board Preferences:
Rides Pyzel Surfboards, most famously the "Ghost" model
Boards are built for high-performance in powerful surf and open-face carves
Wetsuit & Gear:
Formerly with Hurley, now sponsored by Florence Marine X – his own surf and outdoor gear company
Also backed by Yeti, Nixon, and Futures Fins
Training & Fitness:
Extremely disciplined – combines surf drills, gym work, sailing, breath-hold training, and recovery protocols
Spends a lot of time sailing and hydrofoiling for balance and ocean knowledge
Wave Preferences:
Thrives in heavy reef breaks, open-ocean conditions, and big surf
Favorites include Pipe, Cloudbreak, and deepwater venues like Margaret River or Haleiwa
🌍 Life Beyond Surfing
Hobbies & Interests:
Sailing, photography, hiking, free diving, and filming his adventures
Big on exploration – often sails between Hawaiian Islands and documents expeditions
Social Causes:
Supports ocean conservation through Florence Marine X and partners with non-profits like Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii
Encourages young surfers to connect with nature and protect the ocean
Fun Facts:
Started surfing at age 2 at Pipeline
Has two younger brothers, Ivan and Nathan Florence, who are also heavy-hitter surfers
Rarely posts flashy content – prefers to let his surfing do the talking
🎥 Photos & Videos
Check out his feature film View From a Blue Moon, one of the most beautifully shot surf films ever
His YouTube series covers sailing, big-wave sessions, and behind-the-scenes surf life
📢 Latest News & Updates
Back on the WSL CT for the 2025 season and looking stronger than ever after recovering from past injuries
Dropped a new Florence Marine X wetsuit collection this year, focusing on eco materials
Currently ranked in the top 5, with huge performances at Sunset and Margaret River
