Fewer women have
rowed the Indian Ocean
than men have walked
the surface of the moon.
THE FACTS
More people have been
to space (566 people).
More people have climbed
Mount Everest (6,338 people).
So far, 36 teams have
attempted to row the
Indian Ocean.
Only 15 of these have
been successful.
To date, 44 rowers have
completed the row from Australia
to Mauritius.
Only 10 of these were women.
The Indian Ocean is the hardest
ocean of them all.
OUR EXPEDITION TEAM
PURUSHA GORDON
Purusha is a true powerhouse who believes that it’s never too late to take on a challenge and push your boundaries. Her motto is that role models come in all shapes and sizes
OCCUPATION
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Co-Founder of Wild + Brave Foundation
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Motivational Speaker.
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Health & Wellness Coach.
ACHIEVEMENTS
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1 World Record broken
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Rowed the Pacific as finale of 40 challenges at the age of 40.
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Mum of 2
BELLA COLLINS
Bella is a Cornwall-based sailor, surfer and general waterbaby
OCCUPATION
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Marketing & Strategy Lead for purpose-led startups
ACHIEVEMENTS
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FORBES 30 Under 30
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3 World Records broken
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2 oceans in 8 years
JESSICA MULLINS
From rowing to kitesurfing, kayaking to sailing, Jess is happiest when on the water
OCCUPATION
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Occupational Therapist | Expert Witness for the Supreme Court of British Columbia
ACHIEVEMENTS
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1 World First Record broken
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Awarded Cardiff University’s Alumni 30 & People’s Choice for Change-Makers, Innovators & Rule Breakers
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Skippered a mixed crew team across the Atlantic in 2021 and sailed the return journey
FLORENCE WARD
A keen rower, triathlete and cyclist, Flo is performance-driven by nature. She’s on a mission to show what women can achieve
OCCUPATION
ACHIEVEMENTS
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Growth Marketing Consultant at Accenture
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1 World Record broken
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Rowed the Atlantic in the height of the pandemic
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The first Chairwoman of University of Bristol Boat Club alumni
WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO ROW AN OCEAN?
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WILLPOWER
We row 2 hours on, 2 hours off. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Eat. Sleep. Row. Repeat.
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FORWARD PLANNING
Everything we need must be packed and on board: including all food, medical supplies, water purifiers, solar panels, in addition to all boat maintenance and repair equipment.
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NAVIGATION SKILLS
Staying on course is key, particularly when heading to a tiny island!
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GRIT
We endure salt sores, blisters, heat exhaustion, muscle fatigue, dehydration, hallucinations and extreme sleep deprivation.
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DISCIPLINE
4500 calories per day puts enough fuel in the tank.
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MENTAL FORTITUDE
Oceans are a vast expanse and feelings of isolation can be daunting.
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ENDURANCE
Potential threats can include container collisions, extreme weather conditions, complications from marine life and other traffic, in addition to the inevitability of crew sickness and injuries.
THE
PURPOSE
We’re rowing the Indian Ocean to raise awareness for Wild + Brave Foundation, a charity tackling todays mental health challenges through giving those who need it the most life changing experiences in the great outdoors. Creating inspiring and relatable female role models for one and all.
We share the belief that with the right mindset, anything is possible.
THE
MISSION
We are a passionate and ambitious team of women who have rowed oceans to prove that you don’t have to be a superhuman or a professional athlete to break boundaries.
We want to drive change through the power of storytelling and the strength of community spirit.
THE
DREAM
We want to change the way people perceive their own potential and inspire them to push it to the next level.
With a positive mindset and community support, anyone can be a Hero.