MEET THE TEAM

Every one of our instructors is a passionate surfer first. They know these waves, they love this beach, and they can't wait to share it with you.

Gary Kleynhans

Gary Kleynhans

Founder & Head Instructor

South Africa's surf school pioneer

Gary started surfing in 1976 and opened South Africa's first surf school in 1989. His vision: share the stoke, teach it right, and make the ocean accessible to everyone. He's still on the beach every day.

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YOUR COACHES IN THE WATER

Asi

Asi

Local legend with endless stoke

Hey, I'm Asi – your local Muizenberg surfer! I started surfing at 8 and it's been part of my life ever since. Surfing means everything to me; nothing else comes close to that feeling of freedom. As a coach, I want people to join me on this adventure, discover the stoke, and share the joy that surfing brings.

James

James

Wave rider, DJ and Day Trader

I've been surfing since I was 8 – so that's nearly 10 years now. I ride both longboards and shortboards, but Muizenberg is still my number one spot because of its awesome vibe and beginner-friendly waves. As a coach, I just want to share my love of surfing and make sure everyone has the best possible time in the water. I find I connect especially well with teens and younger surfers, but I enjoy working with all ages.

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Paco

Paco

Longboard fan & Muizenberg local

I'm 18 and based right here in Muizenberg, where the waves feel like my second home. I'm a longboard fan at heart, but I'll ride anything that gets me in the water. I love working at Gary's because of the vibe, the team, and the chance to share my favourite pastime with others.

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Zoë

Zoë

Confidence-builder & kids coach

I am a Cape Town resident and have been surfing for five years. Surfing is one of the first things I fell in love with after coming to Cape Town and I want to share the joy, confidence and peace it brings me with others. I have three years experience coaching kids and adults, working with each individual to find the right teaching process for them.

Leah

Leah

Ocean athlete & kids coach

I started surfing when I was 4 and have loved it ever since. I especially enjoy working with younger kids, but I also like helping adults discover the stoke of standing up on a board for the first time. Seeing that joy is what makes coaching so rewarding. Muizenberg's waves are my favourite because of the welcoming surf community.

Surfing since age 4
Annabel

Annabel

Young gun with a killer hang 5

I'm 18 and based right here in Muizenberg, where the waves feel like my second home. I'm a longboard fan at heart, but I'll ride anything that gets me in the water. I love working at Gary's because of the vibe, the team, and the chance to share my favourite pastime with others.

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Juba

Juba

Surf for fun, not for points

I began surfing at age 4, but my passion really grew during the Covid-19 lockdown when surfing gave me freedom, exercise, and happiness. For me, surfing isn't about competition – it's about having fun and finding escape. As a coach, I want to share that feeling with others and show how life-changing the ocean can be.

Surfing since age 4

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Whether you're catching your first wave or sharpening your skills, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

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