The 5 P’s to performance surfing
Dave’s own framework for taking a surfer from where they are to where they want to be: the same structured approach he used with national squads.
In Dave’s words
My story
Dave wrote the words below for howtosurfbetter.com. They are his, quoted as he set them down. Where his own dates differ from the verified record above, the record is the one we stand behind.
I think the most important thing you need to know about me is that surfing and travel are my passions and, as the saying goes, I’m still super stoked. I love meeting new people and experiencing new cultures, having fun, and being able to help surfers improve their skills.
I have over 20 years’ experience in surf coaching and surf travel, specialising in improving technique and competitive strategy for competition surfing.
I have represented the British surfing team as head coach in 2018 and 2019 in their challenge to reach Olympic qualification, England surfing team as head coach for the past eight years at the world games and European surfing championships, with team members winning gold, silver and bronze medals and team podium finishes.
I have coached and helped hundreds of intermediate to professional surfers to improve their techniques, ocean awareness and safety in the surf line.
With a passion for surf travel I have been running surf coaching tours for many years since the early 1990s, and have an in-depth understanding of what surfers want and need on a surf tour.
Mission statement
To provide the highest quality surf coaching and guiding in a fun adventurous environment, locally and abroad.
My family
I am blessed to be married to my wife Kelly, who is an incredible nutritionist, health coach and business woman. We have 3 wild surfing boys: Levi, who is 7 yrs, loves surfing, skating, riding his bike and chocolate; Noah, who is 11 and charging waves and skate parks well beyond his age bracket; and Kai, 20, who rips and loves a good chat.
As written by Dave on howtosurfbetter.com. The boys’ ages date from that page: confirming now, ask on WhatsApp.
