They are among the most exciting young talents in German windsurfing: Emma (17) and Frida Miron (15). Both currently live on the Baltic Sea on the island of Rügen after moving there from Hesse eight years ago - they used to be active in skiing, but now they prefer to be in the waves. In the scene, the two sisters not only stand out for their strong performances, but also for their open nature, team spirit and ambition. We met them for a chat at the Gran Canaria World Cup.
How did the World Cup in Pozo go for you?
Emma: I finished 3rd in the U18s, which felt great! I had good heats, lighter winds and landed some nice forwards. It was also my first forwards in left-hand wind after breaking my foot three times in September last year - so it was a very special moment for me. Sure, I would have liked to have made it one round further, but I now know what I want to work on.
Frida: I came fourth. The event was great fun, especially with the strong field of girls - with competitors from Japan, Spain, Belgium and Germany. It was really cool to surf with so many international riders. I'm currently trying to land my forwards even more cleanly, there's still a lot to improve. We both also took part in the women's event - that was exhausting, but a really good experience. You realise that the level there is completely different.
When did you do your first competition?
Frida: As we only started waving in 2022, our first major contest was in Cold Hawaii in 2023 at the Youth PWA Tour stop. I came fourth, Emma second. That was our introduction to the contest world, exciting and motivated us to keep going!
How did you actually get into windsurfing?
Emma: Our parents started at some point and then simply took us out on the water with them. On Rügen, we also have great conditions for beginners and are glad that our parents introduced us to the sport. We both really got going when we were eight years old. Before that, when we were still living in Fulda, we were actually skiing slalom.
Do you always surf together? Or is there also competition?
Frida: We usually surf together. Of course we both want to win, but we also totally support each other on the water. When we're in the heat together, we discuss tactics beforehand and analyse the conditions - and sometimes we even talk to each other during the heat. (Both laugh.)
Emma: That really helps us. We know exactly what the other person needs or what they'd be better off not doing. Teamwork makes the dream work!
What do you love most about windsurfing?
Frida: Waveriding for sure - when you really get into the flow. But also the vantrips, being at the spot with friends and family, discovering new places - that's all part of it for me.
Emma: For me, it's a mixture of jumping and waves. Depending on the spot, one or the other is more exciting. And the feeling when you come out of the water after a good heat - indescribable.
Where is your favourite place to train?
Frida: Our home spots are places like Mukran, Kreptitz, Surendorf and Klitmøller. In summer, we are also often in Hanstholm or have already visited Moulay. If the conditions are right, we sometimes drive nine hours to Denmark - simply because we know it's worth it.
Emma: Our parents are totally supportive - they travel with us, help us pack and are often on the water themselves. None of this would be possible without them.
But that sounds quite exciting and time-consuming. How do you juggle school and sport?
Emma: It's not always easy. But we have a lot of support - from our family and also from the schools. We try to stay on the water as long as possible and then study in the evenings. If necessary, even in the car or on the plane on the way back.
If we have to, we also learn in the car or on the plane on the way back."
Who are your role models?
Emma: I find Lina Erpenstein totally inspiring - she's studying medicine and is still right at the top. It shows that you don't have to give up everything for sport.
Frida: For me, it's Sarah-Quita Offringa and Sol Degrieck - they both have their very own style and are really brave. Sol in particular totally inspired me at the World Cup in Pozo and is definitely an athlete I look up to, even though she's only my age.
What has been your favourite competition moment so far?
Frida: The Pro Women's final in Moulay - we were in the heat with Maria Schälin, Svenja Chudoba and us Miron sisters. The conditions were fantastic, the waves were very big and we were just happy to be there.
Emma: I came third, Frida second - that was incredible. And the whole F2 team was there, Sergio (Alonso Minuth, F2 shaper and developer - editor's note) cheered us on - you never forget that.
Wow, to be in the women's final in Morocco is spectacular! How do you approach heats like this - relaxed or excited?
Emma: We're usually a bit nervous before the heat, but we liaise well. When we're not riding together, one of us often caddies for the other - that helps enormously.
What motivates you to improve?
Frida: It's usually enough for one of us to learn a new move - then the other one wants to be able to do it too. It's a real push and usually takes no longer than three weeks before the other one has the move in their repertoire.
Emma: I broke my foot last year. During that time, I did a lot of observing, learning and training in the gym. After that, I was more motivated than ever. I'm currently working on the stalled forward.
Which advert is still on your wish list?
Frida: Hookipa on Maui - this is simply the king spot.
Emma: For me, Australia and Chile. We really discuss it a lot because there are so many possibilities.
What is your common goal?
Frida: Continuing on the tour, travelling together as much as possible and learning new moves. The backloop is right at the top of the list.
And in five years' time?
Emma: In sport, hopefully regularly at contests with lots of other girls. And privately, we'd like to study together in the same city - both preferably medicine.
Medicine sounds good! You'll be joining a lot of German professionals who are studying medicine as well as windsurfing. In conclusion: Who is braver, who is neater?
Frida: Emma is definitely braver - she pulls through.
Emma: And Frida is definitely tidier - she always has everything sorted.
So a very different character but with a few things in common. What do you do when there's no wind?
Emma: We play together in an orchestra, each of us two instruments. And we also play American football - that's a good balance and definitely makes us more robust. (Laughs.)
Then you can certainly get a lot out of it ... Was there ever a moment in windsurfing that you have to laugh about today?
Frida: Our first forwards on video - we thought they were mega, but they just looked funny and were more like catapults.
Emma: And the Walk of Shames in Hanstholm and Pozo - nobody will take them away from us!
Facts Emma & Frida Miron
- Name & Age: Frida Miron (15 years) & Emma Miron (17 years)
- Born: Fulda
- Place of residence: Bergen on Rügen
- Surfing since: 2017
- Successes: Youth PWA Cold Hawaii 2023 2nd place
- Favourite spots: Cold Hawaii, Moulay and 4th place, Moulay Wave Classics 2025 Pro Women 2nd and 3rd place, Gran Canaria Gloria Windsurf World Cup 2025 3rd and 4th place U18
- Motto of life: Everything is more fun in pairs!
- Sponsors: F2, enemii, Maui Ultra Fins
- Favourite move: Front loop
- Instagram: @mironsisters
