The Wave Riding School is made up of a team of the best watermen in the region. This is one of the keys to our success. The surfing instructors have a skill set that is very unique and specific to what we do. All of our instructors love what they do and truly enjoy passing along a pastime that is near and dear to them. Here are just a few:
Brian Stoehr
- On of the top surfing instructors / coaches in the country
- Developed multiple state, east coast and national champions through the school
- 2x US National Pro Tour Bodyboard Champion
- Past East Coast Pro Tour Champion
- Over 20 years as a professional bodyboarder
- Over 20 years as a competitive wave rider
- Started stand up surfing at age 6
- Known as one of the most successful bodyboarders ever from the East Coast of the U.S.
- Finished in the top 10 of the Pro Tour for over 15 years
- Stoehr Signature Series boards sold worldwide
- Traveled and competed on a professional level all over the world
- Considered one of the best all around watermen from the East Coast
Colin Herlihy
- Known for the highest air ever by Bodyboard Magazine
- Over 5 years as a professional surfer
- Over 13 years as a professional bodyboarder
- Started surfing at age 5
- Featured rider in historical surfing documentary “Surfing Through Time”
- 2nd place worldwide in 2011 Nike Chosen online best crew contest ” The Wildlyfe Crew”
- Participant in first ever Tow-at-Night surfing event on the Dew Tour
- Herlihy signature board sold worldwide
- Past Puerto Rico Pro Tour Champion
- Considered one of the best all around watermen on the east coast
Luke Hahn
- Catch Surf Team Member
- Surfing since the age of 5 years old
- Full Time Professional Surf / Snowboard Instructor
- Life coach / student housing manager for American Snowboard Training Center (ASTC)
- Coaches youth to national rankings in board sports
- One of the most talented wave riders in the Mid-Atlantic