Inspired by the Sampaguita flower, a symbol of hope and resilience, we cultivate connection and well-being through the healing rhythms of Mother Ocean.
What We Offer
Sampaguita Surf is a mission-driven, woman-led surf wellness company serving Greater Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Surfing can feel intimidating. We turn a first lesson into a welcoming pathway that makes the lineup more accessible to women, girls, and beginners. Our three connected offerings include beginner lessons for all ages and genders; Waves of Resilience: Surf Wellness Journeys for women and teen girls; and community gatherings. Blending surfing, mindfulness, yoga, and sisterhood, our wellness experiences help participants build confidence, resilience, and authentic connection, one wave at a time.
Surf Lessons
for All Genders
and Ages
A welcoming, beginner-first introduction to surfing designed to build confidence, ocean awareness and foundational skills. Each private-party lesson includes land-based safety and technique, guided practice in the water and encouragement—without pressure or comparison. No surfing experience is required. Equipment included. Ages 8+. Participants under 18 require consent from a parent or legal guardian. Children under 8 may participate when accompanied in the water by a parent or legal guardian who remains nearby and assists as directed by the instructor. Each lesson is 90 minutes. *Four-lesson progression packages are available.
Surf Wellness
Lessons for
All Genders
A holistic ocean-wellness experience integrating mind, body and soul, led by a certified instructor. Each 90-minute experience combines intention-setting, grounding breathwork and yoga for mobility with a beginner surf lesson, including land-based safety and technique, guided practice in the water and encouragement that celebrates every milestone in a safe, supportive environment. The experience closes with guided reflection and gratitude. No surfing experience is required. Equipment included. Ages 12+. Participants under 18 require consent from a parent or legal guardian. *Available for one person or groups of up to four.
Waves of Resilience: Women’s Surf Wellness Journey
Sundays, October 4–25, 2026 • The Founding Edition of Waves of Resilience: Women’s Surf Wellness Journey is a four-week experience combining beginner surfing, mindfulness, gentle yoga, reflection and community. Participants learn tools for managing stress and anxiety while building resilience, confidence and well-being through Mother Ocean—and help shape future cohorts through feedback. Includes FREE community surfs for one year after completion! No experience required. Equipment provided. Ages 18+. Each session is 2.5 hours. Founding Edition: $420 (regular price: $440).*Four-week payment plan available.
Waves of Resilience:
Teen Girls Surf Wellness Journey
Saturdays, January 9–30, 2027 • The Founding Edition of Waves of Resilience: Teen Girls’ Surf Wellness Journey is a four-week experience combining beginner surfing, mindfulness, gentle yoga, reflection and community. Participants learn tools for managing stress and anxiety while building resilience, confidence and well-being through Mother Ocean—and help shape future cohorts through feedback. Includes FREE community surfs for one year after completion! No experience required. Equipment provided. Ages 12–18. Each session is 2.5 hours. Founding Edition: $400 (regular price: $440).*Four-week payment plan available.
Sampaguita Surf offers fun, beginner-friendly surf lessons for all genders. Our lessons build confidence, teach ocean safety, awareness, surf foundations and wave dynamics with a certified instructor.
Beyond that, our women & teen girls Waves of Resilience: Surf Wellness Programs share transformative ocean experiences that improve well-being, create sisterhood, empowerment, and make surfing more accessible and inclusive.
The ocean is our refuge. Join us.
Surfing changes more than our ability to ride waves. It changes how we see ourselves.
We create a welcoming safe space where every participant can discover courage, connection, and joy through the shared experience of learning something new in nature.
The ocean becomes both classroom and teacher. Every wave becomes an opportunity to practice resilience. Every session becomes an invitation to reconnect with ourselves and one another.
Let’s paddle out together.
Testimonials
“I loved watching how our whole group transformed from a little nervous at first to completely confident by the end. You could see the shift happen right there on the water and it was such a powerful experience!”
— Kelly F.
“Sherry is the best, I can’t recommend this surf instructor enough! As a complete beginner, I was nervous about getting out in the water, but she made the entire experience fun, encouraging, and easy to understand. She is incredibly patient, explained everything clearly, and gave me the confidence to catch waves much sooner than I expected.
You can tell she genuinely cares about the sport and wants everyone to improve while making sure we are safe.
If you’re thinking about learning to surf or want to improve your skills, Sherry is someone I highly recommend . Thank you for an amazing experience!”
— Michelle B.
“Sherry is an excellent instructor who brings knowledge and great encouragement to surfing.”
— Patty B.
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