Our programs
Each program builds on the previous one. Not sure where you fit? We assess your level first.
Strong fundamentals and confidence in the ocean.
Ideal for first-time, beginner and intermediate surfers.
Surf Program
Progress Program
Surf coaching plus complementary training to progress faster.
Ideal for independent surfers committed to progression.
Advanced Program
Refined technique and consistency in a wide range of conditions.
Ideal for advanced and highly committed surfers.
Performance Program
Individual high-performance coaching for competitive goals.
Ideal for competitive and national team athletes.
The Soul Surfers Method
Great surfers are developed through more than time in the water. Eight disciplines work together in one system.
Surf Coaching
Technique, ocean knowledge and confident decisions in the water.
Physical Conditioning
Strength, mobility and endurance built for surfing.
Surfskate
Train the movement on land, take it to the ocean.
Water Training
Breath control, water safety and paddling power.
Video Analysis
See your surfing and progress faster.
Competition Coaching
Strategy and mindset to perform in a heat.
Nutrition
Fuel for performance, recovery and long-term health.
Mental Performance
Focus, confidence and resilience under pressure.
Our athletes
From first waves to national teams. These surfers train with us every week.
Nina Smicicklas
German Junior National Team
Carlos Sanchez
Dominican Junior National Team
Leoni Perthold
Dominican National Team
Adolfo Mena
Dominican Junior National Team
Dominican National Team
Alfred Cruz
Argentinian
Benjamin Knudsen
Swiss Junior National Team
Kai Duminy
Dominican / Argentinian
Valentin Zimbello
Our coaches
Emanuel Knudsen
FOUNDER & HEAD COACH
Master's in Sports Psychology and Sports Coaching · ISA Level 3 Judge · Strength & Conditioning Coach · 16+ years coaching in Cabarete
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Leoni Perthold
CO-FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
ISA Level 2 Instructor · ISA Level 1 Judge · Lifeguard Instructor · Bronze medalist in SUP Surf Central American and Caribbean Games 2026 · Dominican National Surf Team
Benjamin Knudsen
SURF INSTRUCTOR
ISA Level 1 Instructor Coach · Certified in rescue, first aid and CPR
Why Soul Surfers
A complete system
Not just lessons: a structured, long-term pathway.
Personalized plan
We assess your level, set goals and track your progress.
A coaching team
Certified coaches with competitive experience.
Fair price
High-quality coaching without a high-performance price tag.