Our Philiosophy
Our mission is for girls and women of all ages to safely and comfortably experience the incredible sensation of gliding down that first wave. We want you to discover the unique experience of surfing and surf culture around the globe. See with your own eyes what keeps bringing surfers back to the water day after day.
We are a surf school designed for girls and women, but open to any males who want to come along for the ride. Girls, you have the option to learn to surf coed or girls only!
SURFING is a way of life. It keeps you in touch with nature and helps you to appreciate the beauty of the simple things in life. Once you start surfing, you’ll hooked! It’s mentally stimulating, a fun way to stay fit and relieve stress and tension.
Try it with our team from Surfer Girls surf school - you’ll love it!
Female surf culture or “Wahine” surfers have been going strong since the 1920’s in ancient Hawaii and later on in California. Check out this link about surf history!
Our Team
Surfer Girls is run by a team of local and international surfers and private investors, backed by major surf companies and brands, who are working together to expand the female surf industry. We have internationally renowned surf schools, surf camps and surf trips all over the globe.
We want you to have the best possible experience out in the surf. Our instructors are friendly, down to earth, and most of all, fun to learn from. We love surfing and want to spread the love.
All Surfer Girls instructors have superior training and meet all safety requirements. All are certified in first aid and CPR; some are even certified EMTs. Our team consists of local and international surfing enthusiasts both male and female. They embrace the surfing lifestyle and at the same time are also qualified paramedics, doctors, and teachers.
Our instructors go through a rigorous training program, the Level 1 or higher surfing coaching accreditation. They will build your confidence by giving you the knowledge you need to feel safe and secure in the ocean. Second, they front load you with the basics of surfing so you understand what you need to do when you get in the water. Their strong teaching skills make it easy for you to learn and make surfing a “can do” for anyone. At Surfer Girls all instructors have at least five years of surfing experience. Learn to surf in San Diego, Los Angeles, Hawaii, Bali, Costa Rica, or Brazil!
Surf Instructor Certification
We offer a Surf Camp Instructor Development and Certification Program. The goal of our program is to improve the quality, safety and consistency of surf instruction.
Pre-requisites:
- Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
- Current CPR/First Aid Certification
- Five years personal surfing experience
- Ability to demonstrate good surfing skills on a soft top board
- 19 years old
- Good communication skills
Our course is a comprehensive two-day course that teaches ocean safety, surf instruction methodologies, surf instructor safety, wave dynamics, and communication skills.
Send your resume, a recent "surfing picture," and photo of yourself to info@alohasurfergirls.com or call 858-427-0644.
