“It’s been 3 years since I had my twins and I was pretty nervous about getting in the water after such a long while. I’m definitely a beginner :) Julie was fantastic! She’s calm, professional, relaxed, supportive and an all round great instructor. I had a blast! If you want friendly, encouraging instruction from an expert then she’s your gal!”

“I took my first lesson with Julie over Labor Day weekend. I am a beginner and Julie immediately put me at ease and I learned so much in our first two hours together. She gave me hands-on tips that enabled me to pop-up our first time on the water together. I have since taken a few lessons with Julie and I cannot say enough about her coacing style and grace in the water. I bought my first-ever surfboard from her this fall and cannot wait to take it out. I highly recommend Julie to anyone looking to improve their skills. You’ll learn etiquette along the way. ”

“Julie is the best surf instructor I have ever had. Her relaxed yet passionate style of teaching is welcoming and sincere. She supports the beginning surfer with encouragement and non-intimidating techniques. She is extremely talented and inspiring to watch. ”

“Julie is my inspiration. She helped me come in third place in my first comp!!!! She is such a nice caring person and is willing to teach anyone. And she is the most graceful surfer I have ever seen. Julie is a one of a kind coach that will be with you every step of the way! :) ”

“I can’t imagine a better swim instructor for my 9-year old daughter Sophia. Julie is clearly a skilled surf coach, she is great with children, and an exquisit role model! ”

“Julie is a FABULOUS surf instructor. She is an incredible water woman and is one of the most graceful surfers I have ever witnessed. She’s very good with people, kind, and patient - qualities that provide a level comfort and confidence that students relish and are inspired by to be good surfers themselves. She’s an excellent role model to look up to, whether you’re a pro surfer or a beginning one. ”

“Julie is the most positive instructor. I think she’s one of the few people who can offer critique and make you feel good at the same time. Combined with strong teaching skills, that kind of energy is awesome fun to be around you while you are learning. I got up on the board again and again. ”

“We enjoyed the specific feedback Julie relayed to us while we were surfing so that we could make quick improvements in our surf technique. She created a fun and anxiety free lesson and delivered many “pearls” about the sport. We improved our wave judgment, wave selection, and timing of the “pop up” all crucial in surfing. Julie is special because she is a real surfer; she lives the life and culture and lets you into that magnificent world. The only improvements that we can recommend are that she has more clinics! ”