As a mom, business owner, and long time South Bay resident I understand what makes it special here! Whether you are looking for a home here in the South Bay or anywhere in the beautiful state of California, I will bring the same knowledge, integrity, transparency, and attention to detail that I provide in my surf coaching business to helping you buy and sell your home!
Heather Alley - Founder, Head Surf Coach, & Realtor
“I wasn’t always comfortable in the ocean, I built my confidence over time by taking it at my own pace. The ocean should be fun, not scary.” Heather
“Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more so that we may fear less.” Marie Curie
Heather had just turned four when her Mom decided it was time to teach her how to body surf at Hapuna Beach, the only true sandy beach on the Big Island. By her 8th birthday, she was in the water every chance she got with her bodyboard. By age 15, she had started surfing and was able to drive herself to the side of the island with the best surf during the winter time.
But Big Island's surf is demanding. It's shallow reefs, big trade wind swells and sharp volcanic rocks are unforgiving. Surfing in these conditions since childhood turned Heather into a teacher who can truly read the ocean and judge any situation in the water.
Her love of the ocean has also led Heather to pursue just about every other water sport, such as stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), sailing, kayaking, swimming, windsurfing, fishing, spear diving, free diving, scuba diving, and outrigger canoe paddling. If you are looking for more confidence in the water, you will deeply benefit from her broad experience.
Heather competed in several local surf contests at age 18 and continued to do so when she moved to Redondo Beach, California. Until one day, while waiting for her heat, she realized she was bored with the rules and restrictions of competing. So she listened to her heart and decided to strictly surf for fun. Teaching became a natural next step to share that fun with as many people as possible.
And she did so all around the world. Being an adventurous spirit, Heather has surfed the beaches of Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Italy, Bali, England and even Iceland. Whatever type of break you are training for - Heather has probably surfed it. And will be able to set you up for success in these conditions.
Heather’s Additional Training and Certifications:
American Red Cross Ocean Lifeguard Certification
CPR
AED - Blood Born Pathogen
PADI Certified Open Water Diver
FII Waterman Survival Extended
Mukti Yoga Pranayama and Meditation
Licensed Muscular Massage Therapist
Licensed California Realtor
Whether you are trying surfing for the first time or looking to progress from where you are, if you want to expand and refine your ocean knowledge and surfing skills this is the place for you! Aside from learning about ocean conditions and surfing skills, I’m here to help you learn how to read surf reports, find the right equipment for skill level and goals, and choose the best location for your practice on any given day based on surf forecast information and location exposure. Level-Up with a Surf Lesson Package, Surf Day Trip, and Surf Trip. Enjoy lifetime access to valuable knowledge and support based on my decades of surf coaching and surf travel experience. experience.
We opened for business in 2012 and specialize in beginner and intermediate surfers of all ages. Our boutique style lessons offer high quality instruction in a one on one or small group setting. We teach surf lessons in Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Redondo Beach.
Discounted Surf Lesson Packages are available, enter “gear” code to save $10 per person, per lesson if you have your own surfboard and wetsuit (must have both).
Surf Day Trips up and down the California coast are available to explore new surf breaks and quaint coastal towns.
Surf Trips are available to Hawai’i and abroad, enjoy high quality coaching in high quality conditions to elevate your surf game!
Surfing is more than a sport, it is a lifestyle that encourages physical, mental, and spiritual health. Finding a deeper connection with nature and your self, and others are natural side effects of surfing.
I look forward to sharing the Southern California surf lifestyle with you!
