THE SURFRIDER SPIRIT SESSIONS

A non-profit program inspired by the messages in "The Surfer Spirit" book; a team of surfers are helping at-risk youth redirect their lives through surfing.

A judge in the juvenille justice system offers select teens the opportunity to participate in a 10-week series of professionally conducted surf lessons. Each lesson focuses on a life theme found in “The Surfer Spirit” and is coupled with talk circles guided by a therapist (and/or counselor) and Surfrider mentors. Together they share how their experiences in the surf show them how to live more productively, appreciate their environment and redirect their energy in positive ways.