INSTRUCTORS
Meet Our High-Performance Instructors
Experienced coaches who analyze your stance and wave-reading abilities to accelerate your progress. Specialized coaches trained in adaptive surfing, ensuring patience, accessibility, and fun for absolutely everyone.
- Instructors at San Diego – California
Adriel Mendes
I am a Brazilian surfer living in San Diego with a lifelong passion for surfing. Specializing in longboarding, I offer personalized lessons for all skill levels, focusing on safety, technique, reading the waves, and having fun.
Fernando Wanderley
I have been surfing for over 30 years, ever since I lived in Brazil. I moved to San Diego and turned my passion into a profession. I am a certified surf instructor with 20 years of experience.
Anwar Luckman
Hi I am Anwar! I’ve been surfing for about 10 years now and recently officially instructing people of all ages. I have taught all ages Muay Thai before and currently work in Elementary and Middle Schools.
Yuri Fresia
Surfing since I was 4 years old, competing since 10 and coaching since I was 17. I will show how to make your life better through surfing. Classes at Ocean Beach. More than 5 years of experience.
Robson Gasperi
I am a professional adaptive surfer competing in the Upper Limb division. I have been an instructor for over eight years and hold various titles from professional events.
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- Instructors at Rio de Janeiro – Brazil
Anderson da Silva
I have been an instructor at Arpoador for over 15 years. I started as an instructor with the Cantagalo project, and I currently also run a surf school—Anderson Surf Class. Specializes in progression-focused lessons.
Jefferson Cardin
Big-wave surfer with over 30 years of experience, having surfed in Hawaii, Peru, Chile, Mexico, California, Indonesia, and along the entire Brazilian coast. Specializes in progression-focused lessons.
Lucila Hernandéz
Hi, I’m Lucila from Argentina. I am a surf instructor, lifeguard, and nurse. I love sharing the sport with passion, professionalism, and a focus on safety for those who want to experience it.
Maitê Ortega
Surfer with a passion for the ocean and marine sciences—particularly nautical activities, scuba diving, and sailing. I began my journey as a surf instructor for a social project in 2005 dedicated to transforming lives through surfing.
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What to expect
From arrival to your final ride, we keep every lesson organized, encouraging, and focused on steady progress.
01
Meet your coach
Check in, get fitted for gear, and talk through goals, comfort level, and ocean conditions before heading out.
02
Learn on the sand
Practice stance, safety, and timing on shore so you feel prepared before entering the water.
Supportive, patient, and fun lessons help every surfer feel welcome and ready to improve.
03
Train in the water
Work on paddling, balance, takeoffs, and wave selection with real-time feedback from your instructor.
04
Leave with progress
Finish with practical tips and next-step guidance so you know exactly how to keep building your skills.
Why Surfing 4 All
Coaching that meets you where you are
