I’ve always been drawn to the ocean, but I didn’t start surfing until recently—and it’s been one of the best decisions I’ve made. I joined one of the surf camps in Santa Monica and was hooked right away. It’s an awesome place to learn, meet people, and build confidence in the water.

After camp, I transitioned to private surf lessons where I really started to improve my form and technique. It was super helpful to have instructors who broke things down step by step. At first, I didn’t have any gear of my own, but I easily found surfboard rentals near me, which made things way more convenient.

These days, I make regular trips for surfing lessons in Huntington Beach—and each session pushes me to grow. There’s something incredible about catching a wave at a beach known around the world. Surfing keeps my body strong, my mind focused, and gives me something to look forward to every week.