Watch: Blind guy becomes a professional surfer
Meet Derek Rabelo, a professional blind surfer.
We all dream and know that we can achieve that target someday that we aspire, but what if you were born blind? Would you be able to imagine yourself in those dreams?
Meet Derek Rabelo, a professional blind surfer, who saw a dream despite knowing it’s difficulties and succeeded in achieving it. Derek’s story is a personal masterpiece that he had created with his passion.
Even before he was born, his father wanted him to become a surfer. Apparently, he was named after Derek Ho, who was the first Hawaiian world surfing champion. However, Derek was born blind due to glaucoma, but he always wanted to be a surfer. At the age of 17 he felt the need to turn his dad’s dream into reality.
“Firstly, my dad encouraged and helped me, We went to the ocean together in the mornings. However, he sent me to a surf course to learn and practise more. I have also practised a lot with my friends. They always consider me just as themselves.” Derek told Bored Panda.
“I listen to the ocean and feel it and every single part of a wave makes different noises. So, I can decide which side of the wave I should surf towards. If you have a dream, you have to believe in yourself. Otherwise, you can not do it. I believe all of us have strong senses given by god. Use them with passion and perseverance,” he added.
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