Newport, Oregon

Our Mission

Our mission at Sea People Surf Education is to create calm, connected and capable surfers who will care for this coastal environment for generations to come.

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A woman catches her first wave at Agate Beach in Newport Oregon on a sunny blue day with tropical blue water (although the water is actually 50 degrees!)

What kind of surf education experience is right for you?

  • Foundational Surf Clinic

    Designed for beginners to start their surf journey with a solid foundation of skills, knowledge, and ocean science so you can skip the years of getting tumbled in the whitewash and learn how to use the ocean energy to glide into waves right from the beginning!

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  • Surf+Yoga Retreats

    NEW THIS YEAR!

    Sea People is partnering with Liv Free to bring you nourishing surf and yoga retreats designed to build confidence in the water while grounding you deeply in your body. You’ll spend the weekend nestled in the arms of Yaquina Headland, guided through restorative yoga practices after joyous coached surf sessions.

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  • Workshops

    Each workshop focus’s on a specific advanced surfing skill (for example; pop ups, turning, positioning, duck dives/turtle rolls and more!) Together we will build muscle memory, community and you’ll get real time feedback as you progress. If you’re ready to continue your surfing beyond the white wash, you’re in the right place.

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What people are saying…

  • "I loved Kay's lessons and plan to take more this summer! She did great for our group of varying experience (none to 3/4 years). I really like her approach to dropping into your breath and body, and the experience of having a woman instructor. The focus on safety and knowing your limits is also great. See you again this summer!"

    -Meghan

  • "Highly recommend! You will love Kayli! She is patient, encouraging, thorough and helpful. She took plenty of time explaining things BEFORE even getting in the water which was very helpful. She makes sure you are comfortable first and goes at your own speed. She’s a great teacher and just a fun person to be around. Enjoyed my lesson immensely!"

    -Lori

  • "Coming out to the coast irregularly and trying to surf can lead to feeling frustrated and like you will never get better. (Trust me I should know 🙄) Kayli really helps you build the foundation of your surfing knowledge and ability so you can leave that frustration behind and start to progress! She also truly cares about each person she works with and wants them to succeed. I’ve taken lessons before and this was not always the case. 💛"

    -Claire

  • "Learning to surf can be intimidating and challenging but Kayli is an awesome person in and out of the water and the perfect person to ensure a great experience (and I have seen some bad surf instructors). I can’t recommend her enough for lessons!"

    -H

  • "What I find so special about Kayli's lessons and clinics is that, beyond getting in the water to catch waves (which you will do!), she passes on knowledge that ensures you can continue to grow on your surfing journey, long after the lesson is over. Highly recommend."

    -Dean

  • "Kayli taught my first surf school lesson at Agate last summer with Ossies and it changed my life! She was so encouraging and provided good instruction and feedback! Surfing has been one of the most therapeutic experiences, counteracting chemotherapy and the effects overall of a treatable, but currently incurable cancer! Thank you Kayli! Here’s a shot of me heading out for a session at first point Malibu!"

    -Samuel

  • "I attended Kayli's Foundation Surf Clinic and it was amazing. Surfing has always seemed intimidating to me, but she does such a great job of breaking down the information so it's more approachable, and in the end, you really do have everything you need for a foundation! Her teaching style is also easy going, friendly, and welcoming! I had so much fun and even went out the next weekend to surf with some friends!"

    -Bri