7-Year-Old Phenom 'Flying Squirrel' Takes Surfing World by Storm

Meet quite possibly the best child surfer in the world, Quincy Symonds.
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[@molonlabe459]

so thats what a kid with encouraging parents can do

[@gravegirl]

It's she who is extra ordinary not her parents

[@stadodo]

oh really? so you think if her parents slept in instead of taking her to surf on weekends she'd have gone as far as she has?

[@xo7499]

molon labe the kids with encouraging parents are bad mouthed usually. jk ;)

[@MsDidi38]

and a bit of privilege helps

[@kellysunseri-adams8550]

Diane, your a fuckin moron. Did you see her house? Was nothing special, lower middle class at best. I agree that encouraging parents are a huge factor in her success though... that’s different than the meaning of societal privilege though.

[@Polpiv4tifish]

"I wouldn't say that I'm a better surfer than anyone, but I actually work really hard." I just cannot believe that a 7 year old girl could say something so mature. She's already figured it out. She's going to make it, 100%.

[@GL-ys8je]

She so lucky when I was her age I had to milk the cows,weed the garden,feed the animals and prepare the dough for next days bread before I was allowed down the beach.lol Some kids just have all the luck.

[@destinysdiys4783]

+cabbage man what are you talking about, you sound very lucky as you had many (farm) animals I'm guessing. I've always wanted animals like that, I can dream for now...

[@vgama]

It's not about the possibilities that one have as a child but to know what she wants to do from such a young age. That's remarkable

[@freeleonardpeltier4148]

She's an Old Soul, I think.

[@realistindenial]

For sure, that's good parenting. No need to compare herself to anyone. Just let her surfing do the talking.

[@MegaGreva]

"Children are just one caring adult away from success" good to see parents letting this girl follow her dreams

[@Ph.D..]

I so agree with this statement. So much God given or natural talent is wasted b/c no caring adult, parent or other person of capabilities/means is paying attention & guiding their own children or others to success. I see if everyday. Our world's travesty, not putting effort into our next generations.

[@PerkyLemon]

So True🤙

[@MsDidi38]

yes, and a bit of wealth and privilege helps too

[@elenaromeroo]

Diane Kerrison that doesn’t make any sense. you can see that she loves surfing. even if she was poor she would still be out there surfing the same

[@brazilonfocus3268]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/an2lfYahhqtnftk : ( What do you know about the Volleyball game ? ).

[@makeupislife3988]

She's 7 and already more beautiful than I'll ever be...

[@2140895]

Perhaps you should start by changing your name?

[@ashleetacon6415]

Makeup IsLife so true

[@lanecrescent4161]

Makeup IsLife I hear ya! She's totes gorgeous 💜💚

[@saranunes3741]

Makeup IsLife realy this video is about her talent has a surfer and here you are only caring about her bauty

[@MahiTanMazy]

Her profile pic is a singer from 5H I believe guys, not her actual face.

[@texasred7408]

When she grows up she will be pretty damn good

[@davielawrence3773]

Colonel Cringe same thoughts 😄

[@GoldTopSlinger]

I just wrote her name down in my "surfers to watch" file so I'll know her when she's out there winning the big events.

[@fpauline3604]

Colonel Cringe and damn pretty

[@marthannpenn4962]

Colonel Cringe

[@tommyRfrancis]

She appears to be pretty good already 😄

[@feliz8423]

I love the fact that she is the one who wants to do this, and not her parents wanting it. that's really nice.

[@brazilonfocus3268]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/an2lfYahhqtnftk : ( What do you know about the Volleyball game ? ).

[@ShahzDaneil]

Her face's resemblance to Emma is uncanny

[@Dirtysweatsuit]

ShahzDane shes so cute

[@busterthe2]

You beat me to it

[@ShahzDaneil]

Mitch VId emma watson

[@Jay_dawgo]

Hi

[@Aserve1st]

She's pretty.

[@jrudmanjr]

"it's the connection with the water". She definitely gets it.

[@tymothieburdon6452]

water gives me peace of mind. just saying haha ----- Search this on KZbin: "VADER retired PADDLE boarding on LA RIVER (Narrated by Jones Earl James) - S2E1 The River Wild full"

[@taliahass1234]

If Cara delevingne and Emma Watson had a baby

[@alexa8819]

Talia Hass if they had a baby it would be the most beautiful being

[@thetoad8253]

Talia Hass yep definitely Emma Watson daughter

[@ryansweeney5716]

Little boy in dress. Wake up. Ronda rousey, 7 beckham

[@leonieburnham322]

Lol... can see it.

[@ryansweeney5716]

@@leonieburnham322 same as this bullshit eco friendly 'girl' sailing to usa. Little boy with pigtails

[@andrewb.5996]

What a little Aussie legend.

[@spearregins2734]

At 7:36 the way the mom looks at the dad when he's saying he doesn't care if she is a world champion or not.

[@douglaspaterson9459]

SpearRegins lolololol

[@ajsun4201]

CLASSIC!!! I caught that too... Mom was like, "WTF...I been draggin' this little squirrel down to the beach at 7am for 3 years now... She better damn well be winning Pipeline & gettin' those endorsements when she grows up!!!" LOL... "Now Go Get Me My Fuckin' Coffee!!! lololol

[@woonko3300]

lol It's just a joke but I caught that too XD

[@lcGlHeaD]

That bitch probably had been dragging her into the beach since she was 4 until she knew nothing but surfing because the mom always wanted to. It happens a lot lately with these "naturally talented" children and i would not be amazed if she gets skin cancer before hitting 16 or stopped surfing because she always hated it

[@lanecrescent4161]

c o n c h e t u m a r e CLEARLY you didn't bother to watch the video, just jumped in with arsehole remarks. This is ALL HER.

[@thexinfactor]

Oh god and here I've been lying in bed all day eating peanuts :(

[@stephenolan5539]

If you didn't almost choke yourself eating peanuts then you are doing better than a former U.S. President.

[@katprinner7429]

😍

[@WiWillemijn]

ChelseaTXY atleast its peanutd

[@striker1810]

ChelseaTXY this just made me laugh! Haha

[@chloewhitesell417]

peanuts, what an odd choice

[@docholliday7256]

Shit, I didn't even know how to ride a bike at 7.

[@dragonfairy22]

Lol

[@oknotok5654]

So true! Same here

[@cjw7850]

I'm dutch so i rode a bike when i was born🙋🏼😂

[@haydenallen2671]

I learnt to ride at 4 bit I probably practiced more commonly

[@tlfreestyle9274]

I’m 11 I still can’t...

[@secretninja247]

I love her and her parents. She's just like I'm not better than anyone else, I just work really hard. She has no fear, only ambition. And her parents are just really impressed by her focus and drive, and they're also just like, we don't care what she decides to do in life, as long as she's happy :) That made me happy. #LifeAndFamilyGoals

[@brazilonfocus3268]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/an2lfYahhqtnftk : ( What do you know about the Volleyball game ? ).

[@kristythepistol2066]

What a beautiful, talented and humble young lady!

[@illusionarytactic]

was expecting a squirrel on a surfboard leaving disappointed

[@sharkodon658]

its a joke...😐

[@user-bh6ze2cr6i]

Shaun Crawford TRIGGERED

[@ajsun4201]

Lighten up Chipmunk!

[@lanecrescent4161]

illusionarytactic 😂😂😂😂

[@bgirlsweetmuser]

illusionarytactic I thought the same cos I didn't read the title clearly at first 😂

[@dawnpeace9234]

The kid sure is a genius, and the parents are themselves gifted with awesome parenting skills for recognizing that genius at such an early age. Best of success for this team.

[@brazilonfocus3268]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/an2lfYahhqtnftk : ( What do you know about the Volleyball game ? ).

[@boycemarcie1]

What wonderful parents 'Flying Squirrel' has. It is, no doubt, that Quinicy is able to chase her dreams because of them. To be loving parents is one thing, but to be so supportive requires a tremendous amount of time, energy and devotion. There should be an award for them!

[@QuincySymonds]

Thank you :)

[@131rocketman]

I hope my kid grows up just like this.. but mainly the getting the car ready and fixing my coffee for me part

[@DaJesster0405]

😂😂😂

[@markgraves9429]

My are all grown up now. Hope you have better luck with that than we did. lol

[@chrisdavila8556]

131rocketman hahaha!!

[@kendalh.4216]

She doesn't look 7

[@SpeegBJ]

Does not look 7. Startling mature.

[@julial3758]

She talks like she's 7

[@lukifanti]

She's now 12

[@QuincySymonds]

Quincy is now 8 :)

[@daisyramirez333]

Y'all dumb this was 2010 when she was 7 now she's 14

[@mada_mada_]

wow, it`s not her surfer skills that are amazing- it`s her focus! I mean, for a 7 year old that`s...well, incredible! She is not waiting for someone to put things in front of her- she goes out and makes it happen! That part, where she woke up before her mom, did research and knew where she wanted to go! I wish I showed so much initiative about things when I was growing up...instead I messed around a lot, without properly understanding how to things and not trying enough to make them work! This is some precious child!

[@QuincySymonds]

Thank you

[@heavydebbie6696]

we need more special girls like this, just like this! fearless and determined!

[@SprinkleMyDoughnuts]

There are a lot. It's just that most of them get ignored.

[@pollyg562]

that aussie freckled beauty will take the world by storm in her teens,as a father myself,im so jealous of her dad finding such a mutual love to share with his daughter,what a inspiration,she will be a success what ever she decides to do

[@phapnui]

Kudos for her parents that encourage her interests and recognize she's just a kid and her interest in surfing may change. All the hard work to prepare for surfing can be transferred to anything.

[@benoit8660]

She as a better hobby than the majority of kids today. Lease she isn't a zombie sitting in front of a TV playing video games for 8 hours.

[@coryyoung8289]

I understand what your saying and I agree, but some of those zombies make a fortune

[@eugeniajimenez-laiglesia689]

Benoit ok boomer

[@m3_mac]

Benoit ikr I like video games but u love surfing to and biking and reading and drawing. Tho I do like video games thi

[@adamst.martin1932]

November 24, 2017---- Girl you are so gorgeous and you keep on surfing...Don't let anybody tells you that you can't surf...Why...Because you are strong kid and you are going to be excellent surfing.... Don't think about anything else....just think about you and your family and Surf.... I believe you.....YOU CAN DO IT KID.....God bless you kid!

[@NotAnotherKuromi]

Damn with that natural talent, work ethic, supportive parents & determination, she is gonna go far for sure!

[@nikkikidd8428]

What an absolutely beautiful little girl!

[@trifel45]

Wonderful that she has such a strong work ethic to improve upon her gift.

[@brazilonfocus3268]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/an2lfYahhqtnftk : ( What do you know about the Volleyball game ? ).

[@vamp_mon7904]

7 YEARS OLD YET HERE I AM LAYING IN BED EATING POPCORN AND DRINKING COKE ON MY LAPTOP

[@janetdonald9801]

Dahyunves ditch the coke. You’ll thank your young self when you’re older.💕🌈😀

[@harveyplett2209]

This child! She's AMAZING Can't get over her character, hard work, and passion for water.

[@CaitlinKershawPhoto]

Omg she's adorable!!!

[@Ravioliyt]

She looks older than me ..

[@janetdonald9801]

She is just a delight 🌈🌟

[@aaahtex902]

OK, I'M DEFINITELY HER FAN! THIS BABE ROCKS!!! GO QUINCY!

[@hayls2016]

She's only 7!!!!!!!!! I'm 13 and I can barely doggy paddle or even stay above the water😂😂😂😂❤

[@3ADWOLF]

To love something so much and be that committed to it at such a young age, she is something special.

[@steveprimeau1407]

She's a talented and brave little soul.

[@GoodTeens]

I have just tried surfing for the first time and it truly is hard work. I just wish i had an ocean closer, too. Wishing her all the best...

[@pweter351]

Wish I could surf every day or just live near the coast. Grew up 40 ks from surf and the only kid in my high school that did it.

[@Jerard715]

pweter351 i can relate with you mate and my dads pretty strict about me surfing. he kinda hates me doinh it

[@radicalrockom8]

Phantomhive715, why is that?

[@Jerard715]

***** he thinks it dangerous and he worries too much

[@lkhlsom]

pweter351 ugh I live in Minnesota so the closest I get to an ocean is when the snow melts😂😂

[@juliaberg445]

I live in fucking Germany so haha..

[@ramonakent356]

What a precious and beautiful little soul! With her gentle way of speaking and calm manner combined with an explosive internal power to succeed is what makes a phenomenal superstar, she is one in the making! Bravo!

[@aaahtex902]

GOD BLESS THIS BEAUTIFUL CHILD AND KEEP HER SAFE WHILE THE WORLD WATCHES HER SURF!

[@cptairwolf]

All these comments about how beautiful she is... It's no wonder woman are so objectified in our culture. She's a 7 year old people! Let's put emphasis on what's important. Her devotion to the sport of surfing and her unrelenting drive and ambition! And kudos to her amazing parents as well for raising such a fierce independent warrior.

[@lepireresteavenir]

Thank you for your comment! Finally someone who understands the purpose of this video

[@niki-dj6qj]

Cpt.AirWolf the comments aren't about objectifying her, they're just compliments which clearly you can't recognise because you don't get any

[@_theaven_5907]

This girl is beautiful. That's because she probably eats good and obviously works out a lot without even knowing she does. If people would eat better, work out more and drink more water, they definetly will become more "beautiful". But of course the Video isn't about a *beautiful* 7 year old surf girl. No it's only about a 7 year old surf girl. So i get how your thought of objectification came up. But you forgot about something. People who are beautiful get more attention. (that's probably why they took a good picture of her in the thumbnail) so of course People would comment stuff about her beauty. Her beauty gets attention. I don't think that it is Bad. It would be Bad if all the attention would Focus on her beauty and nobody Sees the Surfer girl, the talented girl, the determined girl. But for now it doesn't and therefore i would say that you are overreacting. Although i'm happy that There are People, like you @Cpt.AirWolf fighting for her to still be seen at what she truly is. A flying squirrel Be determined, Make your dreams become reality and be thankful for everything you have:)!

[@katprinner7429]

Cpt.AirWolf Thank youuu!

[@virvisquevir3320]

Cpt.AirWolf - The beauty is the whole package: the determination, the courage, the skill, the discipline, the balance, the coordination, the ballet, the enthusiasm, etc., all packaged in a little girl. What's wrong with that? Or do you have a dirty mind?

[@jeffsaxgallery]

What a special young girl... Its nice when passion and skill come together!

[@caerulea0]

What a sweet, intelligent, kind and courageous little girl.

[@johnnykR9]

Amazing kid. Parents should be so proud.

[@wgmentis9906]

love the fact of how down on earth and focused she is!

[@tuskedbeast]

Love it- "we're going to D-Bah and Snappa"

[@MostPowerfulPMofIndia]

What a great child. Love from India

[@charlietango5163]

Amazing young girl! I hope she never gets hurt.

[@nlss.9603]

Impressive.....Yes, she is going to become a professional surfer.......wait and see1

[@timfday5203]

Surfing the big or small waves its the best ride out and feeling . Surfing you can do if you keep healthy an fit till your old n grey . Mother seas power an glory may she give you the ride we all seek every time we surf an the smile on our faces as we leave her shores. Out da back !! surfer friend.

[@tekatt1]

All Parents need to encourage their children to be the best they can be ... it makes all the difference in the world in a child’s life 💕

[@JennalynnFung]

It's nice to see such supportive parents... who knows what the world would be like if all families were like that. If my parents had been like hers I'd most likely be both a high schooler and an author.

[@MissMaggieLicious]

Pls don't stop girl, u will go far

[@sydneyhorton5828]

At first I thought it was a young Clara Delevingne, anyone else?!😂

[@Mike-kn5jc]

Sydney Horton *Emma Watson and Clara Delevingne combined

[@sydneyhorton5828]

Mike Pearson yea😂

[@fatsamcastle]

Her dad looks as much like Emma or Clara as she does.

[@gracea6361]

Cara****

[@littlesailor1533]

who's clara delevingne? I only know cara delevingne :/

[@scotch_onrocks1876]

She said "I wouldn't say I'm a better surfer than anyone, I just work really hard." Those are some wise humble words for a 7 year old, or any age

[@peterbobby99]

She's gonna break so many hearts when she's older!

[@shaunlionudakis8251]

This girl will be amazing and will be coming here to Hawaii and kicking ass taking names through out her life she doesn't just do something she likes she owns it the Duke would be proud Also in the gym I wanna know where they got the rolabola board Aloha

[@QuincySymonds]

Thank you. The Board is called an Indo board and they are so much fun :) :)

[@Patski1000]

Wow you are so awesome, keep the stoke alive Flying Squirrel. I'm sure we'll be seeing you at Chopes and all your other dream breaks before too long. Kia Kaha little shredder.

[@lloydstuart7862]

this brought tears so sweet what a beautiful family amazing young girl already so focused

[@joseornelas4366]

So young and talented, God bless this child and her family.

[@phillipthompson3456]

so special! would love to meet her and talk and have a surf session! so cool. I think she will turn pro! when she grows up

[@HamsterFS]

She is really amazing! Already a great and positive role model for the kids across the globe (especially little girls). I genuinely hope she will follow her dream despite all the bigotry, hatred, meninists/MRAs and other hurdles on her way. Best wishes to Quincy Symonds!

[@brazilonfocus3268]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/an2lfYahhqtnftk : ( What do you know about the Volleyball game ? ).

[@scottn322]

She knows what she loves, and has the support around her to make it happen. Freaking amazing kiddo, and amazing adults who encourage her!

[@YoSoyMariaPaulina]

Admirable, indeed. Both her and her parents. Thank you for sharing these stories.

[@ynech]

Great video. You can watch surfing endlessly.

[@brazilonfocus3268]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/an2lfYahhqtnftk : ( What do you know about the Volleyball game ? ).

[@HRoseP]

Would everyone stop talking about her looks and focus on her talent. She's seven, and already the comments surround the subject of her appearance. Its these kind of attitudes that lead to women athletes not being taking as seriously or discriminated against. Let alone the fact she's a bloody child.

[@bigconan]

women athletes are not taken seriously, cause the general public doesn't give 2 shits about female sports...just look at the WNBA..haha..or pretty much any female sport...only time a female is taken seriously is when the also have beauty...

[@gakhiroyhotano6994]

go for it Flying squirrel ...someones has to show the world :)

[@cindy8205]

this kid is amazing... just imagine her when she grows up.

[@darkworld9850]

2:10 That is so true.

[@ricebowlasmr]

such a beautiful girl

[@amie-maimaow8771]

such an amazing and supportive family wow :')

[@ourfamily1115]

What awesome parents. Thank you on her behalf. Keep up the good work and you will all win.

[@georgiahubbard9332]

Cara Delevingne and Emma Roberts love child

[@daphneleah4210]

Emma Watson

[@leatherandtactel]

Two girls don´t make a baby.

[@vicmorvay4355]

Wish I was 8 again!

[@parisd0g729]

Wonderful mum and dad, wonderful child.

[@JojoplusBo]

A champion in the making..... very gifted. May all your dreams come true Quincey!

[@comicstwisted]

"ok finally something to actually do with someone" lol

[@oknotok5654]

Oh it makes me so so sad!!! First of all she is so beautiful! Then second point, she makes me jealous. Thirdly she has a goal and she is surfing from a young age. I never started a sport or started playing an instrument. She is getting better and better over the years. I have nothing like that. I wish I started something at a young age so that I could be professional. It makes me cry all the time when I see a little girl or boy doing the things they love and the things they're passionate about.

[@joesr31]

its never too late to try, some sports may be harder but there are plenty of other sports where age does not matter that much. be prepared to put in the hard work though, its not going to be easy

[@veganspace]

Never too old, just get out there and 'just do it '😉

[@esmeralda256]

Truly a gifted child....go girl...you'll fly sky high...God bless.

[@sparkyvandamproductions8577]

wow this is so sweet it's almost making me cry. adorable. love.

[@frankfromupstateny3796]

Quincy,....you're a beautiful girl....say a prayer for all of us "old adults, who are still looking for our 'reason'".

[@janegilmore102]

Top parents for letting her go down her pathway 🏄🏼‍♀️🐿 hehe

[@tahliawillis-hall4105]

Wow she’s amazing

[@erikaa.3030]

She's undeniably awesome!

[@b.sunnyortiz]

Can't wait to see the flying squirrel ripping at Pipeline!

[@voxellab4339]

This is why the world hates news people 0:50 "A remarkable young girl from Australia who has somehow manage to become a surfing prodigy" SOME HOW! does, love, hard work and discipline have any roll in that? Thanks Brian for proving you just don't get it!

[@joshuasolana7501]

Voxel Lab quit bitchin

[@janetdonald9801]

Voxel Lab it is a mystery, lots of other humans would work as hard and not achy what this remarkable 7, yes I said 7 year old has. Lots of 7 year olds barely cope with the demands of school. Enjoy the magic of an outstanding human.💕🇦🇺

[@rudybigboote3883]

A child who is a prodigy has something special that allows them to achieve things that other people could never achieve regardless of how much hard work they put into it!

[@Darksagan]

Awesome parents and she has great work ethic. I expect to see her in a few years making big news.

[@ohmofvape3232]

Well done Quincey, it's lovely to see a beautiful young lady enjoying the thing she loves! She is a natural!!! You go girl ENJOY!!!

[@paxundpeace9970]

she looks like 9 Years old

[@ItsYoYoHo]

she used to be in harry potter?

[@hydramc8757]

If your thinking of Hermione or Emma Watson, its someone else. But they do look the same.

[@Mike-kn5jc]

luntsie CHIIIIIILLL

[@cindylou3896]

no ,she looks like ema watson but she is not

[@michaeljuarez2899]

3 points GGGREPHANDORE!!!!!

[@missusbarkdog]

What a seriously awesome kid and awesome parents.

[@danielu7143]

OMG so adorable brave smart and kind. Amazing parents !

[@chritty]

where is that at 1:21 ?

[@MELODYMUNRO]

Duranbah

[@poulhansen2415]

Planet earth.

[@jamesalino1468]

Poul Hansen no shit

[@Roxie6767]

She looks like Hermione of Harry Potter! More power to her!

[@Roxie6767]

She's Olympian in the making!

[@daytonadutch]

This little girl is amazing! She looks so at home out there. I can't wait to see how far she goes in this sport!

[@slm1267]

She's amazing, god bless her

[@alishanicolepeace]

I've never heard of a girl named Quincy.

[@avalovesblcds]

Looks like alex hayes!

[@hereandthere6001]

ha who's he

[@lollylula6399]

Great to see parents encouraging and supporting their child's talent & passion, & amazing to see the result :)

[@woofwoofdogs4030]

she is so adorable