Professional surf coaching

designed to build confidence and technical proficiency

About me

I’m Jay, an experienced self-taught surfer from the south coast of Sri Lanka. Surfing has been part of my life since I was a kid. I still remember the first day my dad gave me a bodyboard and said, “Do whatever you want.” I caught a bunch of foam waves, and I was hooked from that moment. I fell in love with that feeling immediately.

Surfing and coaching are more than just passions. They’re my lifestyle. It’s where I feel the most like myself. I really want to share my knowledge with other surfers and help them get better. Seeing them improve is the best feeling for me.

I live and breathe surfing.

The Way I Do Coaching

I have a different approach to coaching. it’s fully focused on your progress, your safety, and your real growth both on land and in the lineup.

Everything starts with my coaching application form. This helps me understand your experience, expectations, and the challenges you’re facing. Once I’ve got that, we schedule our sessions so everything is tailored exactly to you.

On the day of coaching, I’ll pick you up in my tuk-tuk from your location, and we’ll search for the best possible waves for your level and goals. We begin with beach theory and a few key exercises, then we head straight into the lineup.

After each wave, you’ll get feedback, not just to “surf better,” but to help you stay mindful and understand what’s really happening under your feet. While we surf, my photographer films the entire session so we don’t miss a single detail.

When we’re done in the water, we go straight to video analysis at Blue Waves Surf Camp, where we have everything we need, a proper screen, a comfortable space, and time to break down every moment. We’ll analyze what you’re doing, make a clear list of what to work on, and build tips that actually make sense when you’re back in the water.

Finally, I drop you back where I picked you up. Only now you’re carrying more knowledge, more awareness, and more confidence for your next session.

Testimonials

I have not been a student of Jay (yet), but I have been around him, and seen the way he surf, work and interact with his clients. He is not only an amazing coach but also a very positive, kind and inspiring man, who loves to help wherever he can. Clients get picked up where they warnt with boards ready on the top of the tuktuk. Jay is always very patient and helpful in the water to make his clients get the best and safest experience as possible. After the session, he does a detailed videoanalysis and explains everything that needs to be corrected in a sweet and professional way. While you see the videos, you can relax with a coffee, smoothie or food from the cafe next to the lounge area. He makes sure that no one is left with questions, so the clients know exactly what to work on, which is also the reason why his clients improve so fast. After going through the videos, you are getting dropped off again where you warnt. Service on the highest level. It makes good sense that he is often fully booked, and that clients only walk away with a smile on their faces after the session. Jay lives for surfing and loves what he does, and you can definitely sense that on his always positive and optimistic energy. Good people deserves applause for what they do, and Jay deserves all the best for his business.

Jay was an amazing surf coach. Before I met him I tried to catch every wave, not knowing if it was actually a close out or the peak close enough to carry me away. With his help I learned to really understand surfing and progressed a lot on a technical level. Also, Jay showed me new surf spots I have never been before. He has a very structured approach which included, theory of the surfing spot, warm up, and very helpful immediate feedback on my surfing. On top of that Jay was always in a very good mood, super motivating and fun to surf with! His coaching is pricey, but you get solid training with true understanding of the ocean and confidence on the board. I will definitely continue my surf coaching with him when I am returning to Sri Lanka.

I spent a week in Sri Lanka and Jay was simply amazing as a surf coach. We clicked instantly from day one, and he ended up being more of a friend than an instructor. He has endless patience, always encourages you, and explains everything in a way that makes surfing go from intimidating to captivating. Thanks to him, I've developed a huge love for surfing and improved tremendously in no time. The sessions were full of laughs, good vibes, and great learning. I can't wait to go back and keep riding the waves with him. If you're ever in Sri Lanka, seriously, book Jay: he's top-notch.