Meet Your Coach

A young man surfing on a wave in the ocean with a clear sky in the background.

I’m Zak — an ISA certified surf instructor and kiteboarding instructor with over 9 years of teaching experience. My coaching focuses on clear progression, technical skill development, and water safety to help you advance confidently—whether you’re catching your first wave or riding upwind for the first time.

My Mission

My mission is to help you progress in surfing with clear, technique-driven coaching designed to meet you where you are — whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills and reach the next level.

I focus on building strong fundamentals, breaking down the mechanics of surfing, and guiding you through a proven progression system so you can improve consistently and confidently. Every lesson is tailored to your individual goals, ensuring you develop both competence and confidence in the water.

With over 9 years of teaching experience, I’m dedicated to helping you catch more waves, surf smarter, kite with competence, and enjoy every step of your journey.

A person walking on the beach with a surfboard, holding a kiteboarding kite in the air during sunset or sunrise.