Lay days are time to chill out and enjoy everything the Gold Coast has to offer! ROXY team riders Monyca, Kelia, Rosy, Chelsea, Bronte, LeeAnn and Sierra headed to the beach in search of a few fun waves and a chance to relax on the sand while soaking up the seemingly endless Australian summer sun.

We asked Monyca a couple questions about what it is like surfing with the new crop of groms, her advice for the future and her favorite items from Roxy right now...

What is it like riding with the Groms like Chelsea and Sierra?

Well I would hardly call Chelsea a Grom, she is absolutely ripping and a total babe! Sierra Is so awesome, she is so brave and determined! I love surfing with all the girls, its just a good feeling being in the water with such inspirational women!

What advice would you give them about starting off in surfing?

Make sure you're doing it for YOU, and make sure you are happy. There are so many ways to approach competitive surfing. Surfing as much as possible is also very important. To keep up, you always have to be improving.

What did you learn from being with the ROXY team?

It has been amazing. I have made best friends, I have learned to love all different types of surfing and riding different boards, and I feel like I'm exactly where I want to be.

What are your essentials when you go surfing?

Sun screen, a bathing suit that will stay put, a good board, and a big smile.

What is your beach playlist?

I'm not picky, I love top 40, old school stuff, and country. Any type of feel good tunes :)

What are your favorite ROXY pieces right now?

I'm a sucker for polka dots so I love the green and white polka dot bikini, and I also really like the neoprene #POPSurf two piece. Its really flattering and great in the water.

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