Individual SURF THERAPY
One-on-one sessions tailored to each athlete’s unique needs. With consistent support from trained instructors, athletes build confidence, resilience, and social-emotional skills while experiencing the healing power of the ocean.
Happy Camp & Day Camps:
Inclusive surf therapy, ocean fun, and connection—all in a single unforgettable beach day
Surf-Fit and Wellness
Where land-based fitness and pool training meet to support mind, body, and ocean readiness.
Caretaker Wellness
A restorative space for those who give so much. Through mindfulness, movement, and community, caretakers recharge, find balance, and strengthen the resilience they bring to their loved ones.
LITTLE LEGENDS WAVE FEST TRAVEL CLINIC
A traveling surf therapy clinic that brings the stoke to new beaches and communities. Athletes and families connect through inclusive surf sessions, celebration, and shared growth—spreading the magic of Gnome Surf beyond our home shores.
Youth Mentorship
Guiding the next generation of surfers and leaders through connection, responsibility, and growth. With support from trained mentors, young athletes build confidence, sharpen skills, and discover the power of belonging to an inclusive surf community.
Costa Rica
An immersive surf therapy adventure designed for our Gnome Surf families and the local Costa Rican community. Together, we share the magic of surfing, connection, and wellness—embracing warm waves, vibrant culture, and the restorative rhythm of pura vida.
Events
From paddle outs to community celebrations, our events bring athletes, families, and supporters together. Each gathering strengthens connection, spreads stoke, and fuels the mission of inclusive surf therapy.
News and Press
From local beaches to global stages—Gnome Surf has made waves in major publications and news programs, innovating and pioneering surf therapy one story at a time.
Images and Videos
View photos from every session—our photographers capture the magic at the beach daily. Browse the galleries and watch videos that bring the Gnome Surf story to life.
REGISTER FOR INDIVIDUAL SURF THERAPY SESSION
Experience the magic of Gnome Surf—book your individual session now
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Celebrate connection, stoke, and community at our surf therapy events
Caretaker Wellness
Fill Your Cup, So You Can Pour Into Others Designed For Anyone Who Gives Their All
At Gnome Surf Therapy, we know caretakers rarely pause to care for themselves. That’s why we created the Salty Tribe (women’s space) and Rad Dads (men’s crew)—two communities where adults reconnect with their strength, joy, and each other. No kids, no pressure, no surf experience needed. Just real people, real talk, and real waves.
I have so much love for Gnome— it’s hard to specify the best part about it! Gnome Surf has given me the safe space to get out of my head when my depression gets really loud. On a spiritual level, Gnome’s subliminally guided me to have a deepened connection with the ocean. The women who lead Salty Moms are absolute powerhouses. Even though I can’t get to many sessions, each time I go, I feel lighter and more at peace. I bought a hot pink foamie two summer ago & have made surfing my lil waves a core part of my summer and fall. I don’t care if I pop up, but when I do— man, I’m on top of the world! Hearing the salty mom girls cheer for each other is a beautiful moment. On a second level, I am a teacher of students with various abilities and superpowers and seeing the work Gnome does to be inclusive… It’s a reminder that the world is, in fact, a good place to be. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for the space you’ve created.
A Salty Tribe Participant
Why It Works
No Surf Skills Required: Beginners and pros learn side-by-side—because growth thrives in community.
For All Caretakers: Biological parents, chosen family, or someone who’s just “always the rock.” in our community.
Guilt-Free Self-Care: By healing yourself, you show up stronger for those who need you.
For Women (Salty Tribe)
A sanctuary led by women, for women. Surf alongside sisters, then unwind with sound baths, breathwork, and unfiltered conversations. This isn’t about perfection—it’s about permission to prioritize you.
We offer two unique formats designed to fit your flow:
- Sundays (10 AM – 1 PM)
Our extended wellness session — a blend of yoga, sound healing, meditation, and surfing. This is our signature gathering for full-body and soul restoration. - Wednesdays & Fridays (around sunset, ~1.5 hours)
Our group surf sessions, focusing on ocean connection, surfing technique, and joyful play in the water. These evenings are about movement, energy, and community — perfect for winding down the day in nature’s glow.
Each gathering may include a combination of:
- Guided surf instruction
- Yoga and gentle stretching
- Sound healing and meditation
- Connection circles and community sharing
- Time for reflection, laughter, and grounding in nature
You bring your open heart — we bring the boards and the good energy.
For Men (Rad Dads)
No forced vulnerability, just camaraderie. Swap stories in the lineup, challenge each other on waves, and build brotherhood through shared stoke. Think less “therapy,” more “chill crew with purpose.”
- Kook Series – The Kook Series is all about showing up, laughing at yourself, and having a blast—no perfection required. Designed for dads and grown-up groms alike, this program celebrates the joy of board sports without the pressure. Whether you’re wiping out, standing tall, or somewhere in between, it’s all about humor, stoke, and good vibes. Just bring yourself, your best dad jokes, and your willingness to have fun—because here, everyone’s a kook, and that’s exactly the point.
Year-Round Wellness
- Summer: Surf sessions, sound healings, sunset circles, and fireside laughs.
- Winter: Cold plunges, cacao ceremonies, skate sessions, and sound healing through our Blue Wellness Project.
Ready to ride waves and reclaim your spark?
Join the Salty Tribe, Rad Dads, or our seasonal wellness series. All you need is an open heart—we’ll handle the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Salty Tribe is a surf-wellness community rooted in connection, healing, and empowerment led by women and for women and feminine-energies. We use surfing as a form of therapy — but it’s so much more than just learning to ride waves. Through yoga, sound healing, meditation, and shared moments in nature, we create space for you to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and honor the person you are beneath all that you give to others.
Salty Tribe welcomes all women and all feminine energies — of every age, background, and ability level. No surf experience is required. Whether you are a mother, caretaker, student, professional, or simply in need of connection and peace, this community is for you. We are an inclusive, judgment-free space where everyone is celebrated exactly as they are.
Sessions are held at Horseneck Beach, Massachusetts, and other South Coast shoreline spots depending on surf and weather conditions. Each location is chosen for safety, beauty, and its ability to connect us with the healing rhythm of the ocean.
Not at all! Salty Tribe and Rad Dads is open to all levels — from total beginners to experienced surfers. Our instructors meet you exactly where you are. You’ll receive gentle, encouraging guidance as you grow your confidence in and out of the water.
Surfing teaches presence — every wave requires you to let go, trust, and move with nature. Combined with mindful practices like yoga and sound healing, it becomes a form of ocean-based therapy that helps reduce stress, build confidence, and connect body, mind, and spirit.
Visit our Eventbrite page and register!
Salty Tribe and Rad Dad’s isn’t a surf school — it’s a community for the soul. It’s about self-care, connection, and transformation through the elements. Many of our participants say it’s where they rediscovered their voice, strength, and joy — and built lifelong friendships along the way.
Yes. Safety is always our top priority. All sessions are supervised by experienced surf-therapy instructors, and the beaches we use are known for their gentle, beginner-friendly conditions. Our approach is trauma-informed, mindful, and heart-centered.
That’s completely welcome. You can participate as much or as little as feels right —at Salty Tribe some come mainly for yoga, meditation, or sound healing, others for surfing or simply to be in community by the sea. Every way of showing up is honored.
Salty Tribe is a surf-wellness community rooted in connection, healing, and empowerment led by women and for women and feminine-energies. We use surfing as a form of therapy — but it’s so much more than just learning to ride waves. Through yoga, sound healing, meditation, and shared moments in nature, we create space for you to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and honor the person you are beneath all that you give to others.
Salty Tribe welcomes all women and all feminine energies — of every age, background, and ability level. No surf experience is required. Whether you are a mother, caretaker, student, professional, or simply in need of connection and peace, this community is for you. We are an inclusive, judgment-free space where everyone is celebrated exactly as they are.
Sessions are held at Horseneck Beach, Massachusetts, and other South Coast shoreline spots depending on surf and weather conditions. Each location is chosen for safety, beauty, and its ability to connect us with the healing rhythm of the ocean.
Not at all! Salty Tribe and Rad Dads is open to all levels — from total beginners to experienced surfers. Our instructors meet you exactly where you are. You’ll receive gentle, encouraging guidance as you grow your confidence in and out of the water.
Surfing teaches presence — every wave requires you to let go, trust, and move with nature. Combined with mindful practices like yoga and sound healing, it becomes a form of ocean-based therapy that helps reduce stress, build confidence, and connect body, mind, and spirit.
Visit our Eventbrite page and register!
Salty Tribe and Rad Dad’s isn’t a surf school — it’s a community for the soul. It’s about self-care, connection, and transformation through the elements. Many of our participants say it’s where they rediscovered their voice, strength, and joy — and built lifelong friendships along the way.
Yes. Safety is always our top priority. All sessions are supervised by experienced surf-therapy instructors, and the beaches we use are known for their gentle, beginner-friendly conditions. Our approach is trauma-informed, mindful, and heart-centered.
That’s completely welcome. You can participate as much or as little as feels right —at Salty Tribe some come mainly for yoga, meditation, or sound healing, others for surfing or simply to be in community by the sea. Every way of showing up is honored.
Fuel the Magic. Be the Movement. Become a Sponsor
Behind every smile, every breakthrough, every child who finally believes they belong, stands you. Our sponsors and partners aren’t just supporters—they’re the backbone of our mission, the lifeline to our magic. These visionary companies and foundations don’t just write checks; they co-create futures. They invest in communities, champion corporate responsibility, and prove that profit and purpose can ride the same wave.
To our current partners: you’re the reason hope has a heartbeat here. Your mentorship, belief, and unwavering commitment fuel therapies that heal, programs that empower, and a tribe where no one walks alone. To those yet to join us: this is more than charity—it’s legacy. Align your brand with radical joy, unshakable inclusion, and a movement rewriting lives daily.
We don’t just need donors. We need partners who dare to ask, “What if?” What if your logo could stand for love? What if your business could be a beacon?
Join us. Be the tide that lifts every child home.
