Media kit

Official bios, photos, video, and story angles for sharing Bethany’s Unstoppable story.

If you’re covering Bethany’s story, booking her to speak, or featuring her work, this page has everything you need in one place.

Bethany at a Glance

Professional Surfer & Author

Turned pro after returning to surfing one month after losing her left arm in a shark attack at age 13.

Global Inspiration

Her story has reached millions through the book Soul Surfer and the major motion picture of the same name.

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Featured in Bethany Hamilton: Unstoppable, highlighting her life as an elite athlete, wife, and mom.

Founder & Mentor

Creates resources, courses, and mentorship experiences to help families live an Unstoppable life.

Speaker

Appears at conferences, churches, universities, and events worldwide to share a message of faith, courage, and resilience.

Offical Bios

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Bethany Hamilton is a professional surfer, author, and speaker whose story of faith and resilience has inspired millions. At 13, she survived a shark attack that took her left arm and returned to competitive surfing just weeks later. Today she helps families live an Unstoppable life of courage and hope.

Approved Photos & Logos

Use these high-resolution photos and logos when featuring Bethany in editorial or press coverage. Please review the usage guidelines below.

Photo Credit: Aaron Lieber

Photo Credit: Mike Coots

Photo Credit: Trevor Murphy

Photo Credit: Mary Ernsdorf @rockingseaphotography

Photo Credit: Mary Ernsdorf @rockingseaphotography

Photo Credit: Mary Ernsdorf @rockingseaphotography

Usage Guidelines

Photos are available for editorial and PR use with Bethany’s permission.

Always include the photographer credit listed under each image.

Please email our team with a link to your article or feature where the image is used.

For commercial or advertising use, contact the photographer directly to request additional rights.

Video Usage Rights and Restrictions:

Our arrangement with the videographer is that the footage may only be used for public relations and editorial purposes. You may use the footage with Bethany’s and the videographer’s permission as long as you provide credit to: Aaron Lieber / Lieber Films and email with a link to where it is being used.

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Video Credit: Aaron Lieber

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Bethany Hamilton

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Speaking & Interview Topics

Bethany speaks to audiences of all ages about overcoming adversity, living by faith, and leading an Unstoppable life in family, work, and calling.

Living Unstoppable in the Middle of Hard Things

How to face loss, disappointment, and change with courage, faith, and a refusal to give up.

Raising Resilient Kids in an Unsteady World

Lessons from family life, parenting, and surfing for helping kids build grit, gratitude, and grounded confidence.

Faith, Fear, and the Waves in Between

What Bethany has learned about trusting God through shark attacks, competition, injury, and everyday life.

Courage in Calling: Saying Yes When It’s Scary

Making bold choices in career, sport, and family when the future is uncertain.

Health, Wellness & Whole-Life Strength

Simple rhythms for caring for body, mind, and spirit so you can show up strong in the life you’re called to.

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