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The Team

Everything we do is
driven by passion, love, and personal experience.
Our goal is to share the joy of personal growth through surfing
With you.

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Johannes
Hilf

Co-Founder, Entrepreneur, Growth Enthusiast

I’m an entrepreneur, consultant, and father based in Berlin, dedicated to enhancing consciousness at all levels of life. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with companies, organizations, and teams to raise awareness through research and by asking the right questions. Yet, I believe that true transformation doesn’t come from external strategies — it begins within. When we shift our perspective inward, we stop treating life as another ego-driven project and start experiencing it as an authentic expression of our liberated self.As a certified coach in energetic practices, I guide this inward journey through the joyful art of conscious surfing — where presence, play, and personal growth meet.

Dejan
Patic

Co-Founder,certified life coach, reiki master
Surf enthusiast

My journey began in medicine, where I spent seven years challenging the belief that healing can be measured in prescriptions. This belief led me to leave western medicine, explore energy and spirit, eventually immersing myself in Tibetan Buddhist meditation and becoming a Reiki Master. Photography became my outer journey, capturing the essence of human existence across four continents. What once felt like scattered puzzle pieces—medicine, meditation, Reiki, and photography—revealed themselves as interconnected steps on my lifelong pursuit to understand what it means to be human on all levels known to us. Surfing, which entered my life unexpectedly, became a teacher, revealing lessons in surrender, resilience, self-discovery and healing. Today, as a Certified Life Coach, I help others navigate their own unique journeys of healing, connection, and growth. 

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lina 
veligurova

 

certified coach and Bodymind practitioner
emcc accredited senior
practit
ioner

I believe life is meant to be lived fully—vibrantly, freely, and with a deep love for the journey. Each of us carries a unique blend of gifts, and I see my role as a coach in helping you recognise and embrace it. Drawing from my eclectic experience across different cultures and walks of life, I weave in  expertise in leadership development, coaching and somatic work to help you rediscover the joy of growth and transformation, whether in your personal life, career, or leadership. When life feels overwhelming, we often get stuck in our heads. My approach integrates mind and body—combining neuroscience of change, positive psychology, mindfulness, and somatic techniques—to help you move beyond stress and disconnection. Together, we work toward ease, clarity, and a deeper sense of freedom and joy in all areas of life.

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Jana
Doss

Yoga Teacher,
Ayurveda practitioner

Jana is a yogini, traveler, and Ayurvedic practitioner based in Andalusia since 2001. She teaches yoga and offers Ayurvedic consultations, cherishing the simplicity of life, the ocean's scent, and the Atlantic's vastness. In 2006, she trained as a yoga teacher in Vrindavan, India, where she discovered Ayurveda's beauty and logic. Her classes aim to provide
a space for reconnecting with one's essence through asanas, pranayamas, and relaxation. With extensive experience in yoga, Ayurveda, and Tantra, Jana leads sessions with calmness, empathy, fostering growth, connection,
and joy in movement and relaxation. Jana teaches on our location in El Palmar.

Luis is a dedicated surf instructor with years of experience, known for his friendly and professional approach. He teaches surfers of all levels, from complete beginners to those looking to refine their technique. Luis leads lessons to ensure personal attention, focusing on safety, individual progress, and a deep respect for the ocean. His sessions are always adapted to the conditions and the needs of each student, making every surf experience both safe and unforgettable.

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He teaches in Peniche and Santa Cruz

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Daniel
SPes

ISA II Surf coach, Sports therapist and 

Daniel stands out as the most inspiring and meticulous surf coach we've encountered. A single session with him provides insights that resonate long afterward, facilitating continuous improvement in your surfing skills. With the aid of his camera and accompanying notebooks, every valuable piece of advice remains unforgettable. In addition to his expertise in surf coaching, Daniel also offers instruction in surf skating for those rare days without waves. Sharing his wealth
of knowledge through learning videos on YouTube and in his surf coaching sessions and companion books, Daniel is dedicated to one mission:
"enhancing your surfing abilities."

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He teaches in El Palmar and remote

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Contact

surfyourliferetreat@gmail.com​​

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Johannes Hilf

Berlin

Germany

+49 173 201 2075

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Dejan Patic

Lisboa

Portugal

+351 913 901 481

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Lina Veligurova

Berlin

Germany

+49 175 197 8127

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