Whether you are a surfer, stand-up-paddleboarder, bodyboarder, or scuba diver, you've likely seen a shaka sign thrown up before.

The Shaka sign, otherwise known as the "Hang Loose" sign, is used by ocean lovers across the globe. The question is,

How did this little gesture that was once a sign used exclusively by the Hawaiian locals spread so far and wide?

Continue reading to learn more!