The Keris
The keris is a sacred dagger of the Indonesian archipelago, traditionally seen as both a magical weapon and a symbol of power. Each one is unique, forged by a master smith from layers of iron and steel, with patterns in the blade particular to its making.
A work of art, spirit and craftsmanship, the keris is often passed down through generations. In Bali, they are still worn during temple ceremonies and weddings. UNESCO recognised the Indonesian keris as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2005.
The Keris Cup blade is forged by a Balinese blacksmith and blessed by a mangku before it is awarded. We chose it because the event is held here, and the trophy should belong to the place.
Keris Cup is an invitational, and the line-up so far reflects where those invitations have gone. We'd like to see that change. The hope is that the event grows alongside Indonesia's skate and surf scene, with more Indonesian riders in the bowl and in the water each year.
What's on
Thursday 5 November
Keris Cup Artshow & Merch Launch — Mana
Friday 6 November
Keris Cup Film Screening — Mana poolside
Saturday 7 November
Keris Cup Final Bowl Jam
All three are open to guests and visitors.
Stay through it
Stays of five nights or more in November are available at a reduced rate.
Book during the competition, 3–8 November, and you're right in the middle of it — the bowl jam, the screening, and the whole cliff filled with people who have travelled a long way to be here.
Book any other week in November and the same rate applies, once the riders have gone home and the cliff settles back into itself.
