Unlock the Healing Power of Surfing in Your Practice or Business

Discover the path to providing ethical and safe surf therapy

About the Course

This course is designed for busy professionals—both clinicians and non-clinicians—who want to confidently add surf therapy to their practice or business. Through concise, expertly crafted video lessons and practical, real-world tools, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills to create safe, inclusive, and effective surf therapy sessions. Whether working 1:1 or with groups, you’ll learn how to help clients experience the healing power of the ocean while sharing your passion for surfing. Upon completion, you’ll earn a certificate and website badge, validating your ability to provide surf therapy grounded in best practices and ethical standards. Enroll now and start your journey toward becoming a qualified surf therapy provider.

Focused & Efficient Training

35 concise lessons spread across 3 hours of professionally edited video and graphics, designed to fit smoothly into your busy schedule with 6 month access.

Ready-to-Use Materials

27+ pages of printable PDFs, including session templates and safety checklists, ready to bring to the beach.

Real-World Application

Practical training from an experienced surf therapy provider to help you safely and ethically integrate surfing into your practice.

About the Creator

Hi,  I'm Jess Ripley, the creator of this course. With over a decade of experience in surf therapy, I've seen firsthand the incredible impact surf therapy has on clients and providers. As a licensed psychotherapist and recreational therapist, I'm dedicated to guiding you on your journey to becoming a certified surf therapy provider. My goal is to equip you with the skills and knowledge to positively impact lives through the healing power of surf therapy. I'm committed to ensuring the new field of surf therapy grows with compassionate and well-trained individuals like you who want to build safe and ethical programs.

Comprehensive Curriculum

Training that actually prepares you to provide surf therapy. Get comprehensive support in paperwork, curriculum development, and in-water techniques.

Certificate

Gain your well-deserved Certificate and website badge upon completing the Sea Love Healing Surf Therapy Training quiz.

Trauma Informed

Learn how to help clients experience the benefits of surf therapy and share your passion for surfing with others. Guidance for 1:1 and group sessions provided. 

Curriculum

10 Chapters · 36 Lessons

  1. 1

    Module 1 Welcome

    1. Lesson 1.1 Course Description Free preview
    2. Lesson 1.2 Meet Your Instructor Free preview
    3. Lesson 1.3 Broader Perspectives in Surf Therapy Free preview
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      Lesson 1.4 Find Your Why

  2. 2

    Module 2 Setting The Foundation

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      2.1 Intake Process and Waivers

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      2.2 Scope of Practice

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      2.3 Protecting Your Practice: Insurance & Contracts

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      2.4 Clinicians Only- Informed Consent and Accepting Insurance

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    Module 3 Safety and Preparation

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      3.1 Scouting your Beach

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      3.2 Safety Training and Preparation

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      3.3 Equipment Essentials: Boards, Wetsuits and More

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      3.4 Confident Leadership: Preparing Yourself and Your Support Team

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      Lesson 3.5 Creating Safety From the Start

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    Module 4 Sand Time

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      Lesson 4.1 Sand Time for One-on-One Sessions

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      Lesson 4.2 Sand Time for Group Sessions

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      Lesson 4.3 Transition to Surf: Warmup, Safety and Surf Lesson

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      Lesson 4.4 When Surf Isn't an Option

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    Module 5 Water Time

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      Lesson 5.1 Intentional Start

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      Lesson 5.2 Buddy Boarding

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      Lesson 5.3 Intentional Interactions in the Water

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      Lesson 5.4 Water Time For One-on-One Sessions

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      Lesson 5.5 Water Time for Group Sessions

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    Module 6 Ending a Sessions

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      Lesson 6.1 Closing a One on One Session

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      Lesson 6.2 Closing a Group Session

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    Module 7 After a Session

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      Lesson 7.1 Documenting Sessions

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      Lesson 7.2 Your Unique Curriculum

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      Lesson 7.3 Incorporating Psychotherapy Approaches (for Psychotherapy Clinicians Only)

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    Module 8 Trauma Informed Education

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      Lesson 8.1 Understanding Trauma

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      Lesson 8.2 Nervous System’s Role in Trauma Response

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      Lesson 8.3 Principles of Trauma-Informed Surf Therapy

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      Lesson 8.4 Professional Conduct in Surf Therapy

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    Module 9 Safe, Inclusive Space for Every Surfer

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      Lesson 9.1 Creating Safe Space with the Platinum Rule

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      Lesson 9.2 Humility, Learning and Inclusion

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      Lesson 9.3 Bias, Belonging and Barriers in Surfing

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    Module 10 Congratulations!

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      Congratulations!

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      Therapeutic Surf Facilitator Quiz

Special Content for Clinicians

Although currently anyone can facilitate therapeutic surfing, licensed clinicians have unique responsibilities and opportunities. That’s why this course includes specialized content designed just for health care professionals—covering topics like informed consent, clinical documentation, billing and insurance considerations, and how to ethically integrate psychotherapeutic modalities into your surf therapy work.

Robust 27 page PDF Resource Collection

Essential Checklists & Worksheets

Stay organized and prepared with detailed equipment and beach scouting checklists.

Sample Documentation for Best Practices

Access examples of waivers and various session notes (SOAP, DAP, and non-clinical) to support ethical and professional record-keeping.

Comprehensive Curriculum Resources

Includes clear, ready-to-reference surf and non-surf curriculum outlines to guide your group or 1:1 sessions, plus a separate worksheet to help you design your own unique curriculum.

Testimonials

Please reach out if you'd like to  provide feedback and testimonials on this training!

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The Sea Love Healing Surf Therapy Training is incredibly thoughtful, in-depth, and much more than a simple instructional plan. I came in thinking I was already doing well with my surf therapy clients, but this course gave me the confidence and tools to take things to the next level. The behind-the-scenes guidance—on waivers, ethics, and trauma education—was especially valuable and helped me move past imposter syndrome by clarifying what I can and can’t offer. Jessica’s authenticity really shines through—straightforward, genuine, and never pretentious—making the training both engaging and fun to watch. The videos are broken into digestible sections, the PDFs are super useful, and the whole program is filled with practical tips I’ll carry forward. The way she breaks down her individual and group sessions was so helpful. I can’t recommend it enough!
Stephen E

Recovery Coach and Sound Healer

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I really appreciated how the course wove together practical knowledge with the heart of the practice—values, ethics, and presence. Although I come from a non- clinical background, I still felt invited in. The teachings were accessible, and I could immediately see how to bring these principles into my own work.
Cassandra V.

Yoga Instructor

Sea Love Healing Surf Therapy Training- a trauma informed approach for clinicians and facilitators! Email [email protected] to share a testimonial. 
Surfer W.

LMFT

To support equity and access, we hold some discounted seats for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC students who demonstrate significant financial need.

Email [email protected] to learn more. 

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The first five students to register using the code earlybird40 at checkout receive the full surf therapy course for $467! 

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Get Personalized Support with Consultation Upgrade!

Take your learning further with optional 1:1 consultation sessions with Course Instructor Jess Ripley, LMFT, CTRS. These sessions provide personalized guidance, mentorship, and support as you integrate surf therapy into your practice. Please note: this is an optional, paid add-on and is not included with course enrollment. To inquire about availability or schedule a session, email [email protected].