I was born and raised in Kauai, Hawaii, where surfing was my life. I caught my first wave at the age of six, and I've been chasing that feeling for the 25 years. Surfing has taken me on countless adventures, from epic surf trips to thrilling competitions. Despite my early reluctance, I eventually found my calling as a surf instructor, dedicating myself to mastering the art of teaching surfing. Now, I'm passionate about sharing my knowledge and love for the waves with others, guiding them on their own journey of wave riding and self-discovery.
Levels taught: Intermediates, Beginners
Teaches: Kids, Adults, Teenagers, Seniors
🔥72 Lessons
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Reviews
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Lexie W
Lessons taken: 1
“Daniel’s an amazing teacher, made surfing feel easy and fun, perfect for beginners. Knows his stuff and gives great feedback and direction. Happy to find they had packaged options available as well. Will definitely be back in the water with them soon!”
Lanae
Lessons taken: 1
Daniel was super helpful and we felt very safe during our lesson. He had such great energy which made the class very enjoyable. He gave us feedback on how to improve and how to confidently surf. It was such a good experience!
Vince H
Lessons taken: 1
“Whether you are a beginner surfing white water for the first time, or a seasoned veteran looking to improve your skills, Daniel has the knowledge and expertise to take your surfing to the next level.”
Matthew A
Lessons taken: 1
“He adjusts his teaching to the level and speed of the student and makes it an all-around enjoyable experience. It definitely made me want to keep up with surfing.”
Patrick F
Lessons taken: 1
“I very much recommend this surf school. Daniel is a great instructor, knowledgeable and patient. I recommend this class over a generic surf school.”
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:
3 courts available
Carlsbad
1950 miles away
Outdoors
Encinitas
1950 miles away
Outdoors
Cardiff
1951 miles away
Outdoors
When I'm usually available
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.
mondays8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
tuesdays8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
wednesdays8:30 AM - 1 PM
thursdays8:30 AM - 11 AM
fridays9 AM - 5 PM
What you need to bringTowel, sunblock and water. Phone if you would like to take photos.
What I can bringAll the boards range from different sizes to fit your level of surfing. The boards have a soft plastic bottom and soft foam top. They are all user friendly boards ranging from 7ft-9ft for adults and other sizes in between.
We have wetsuits in kids-adult sizes will be provided. Sizes vary according to your height and weight.
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's
why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel
within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as
possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the
number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make
these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and
book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of
the way!