Our Team

Dan Jones

Dan is the owner of both Surf School Sri Lanka and Surf School Lanzarote. Dan has been surfing since the age of 3 years old with his passionate father by his side guiding him not only with his personal surfing but with his surf coaching too.

Grown up in and around surf coaching since he could walk, his sense for adventure has led him to live and travel to various places around the world for example Australia, California, Indonesia to name a few in search of the best waves while mastering his craft of surf coaching.

He uses an intuitive technical approach to those he coaches and draws on a huge ability to record and analyze almost instantly the progress of his surfers. He’s therefore able to take these skills into video analysis sessions that are truly progressive.

A highly skilled surfer on a wide variety of boards he has an in depth knowledge of surfboards and which boards will work for those he coaches. Dan is an International Surfing Association qualified instructor and holds an RLSS Royal Lifesaving Society qualification.

Janis Berzs

Janis is an experienced Latvian surfer with over 10 years of coaching expertise. Throughout his career, he has helped surfers of all levels, from beginners to advanced riders, unlock their full potential. Having coached in diverse locations around the world, Janis brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, grounded in his deep understanding of both surfing techniques and athletic performance.

Janis combines a serious yet fun approach to coaching, pushing you to achieve your best while ensuring you feel safe and supported. His coaching style is all about understanding your unique needs and guiding you through the necessary steps to progress.

Fluent in multiple languages, Janis holds several prestigious qualifications, including:

• ISA Level 2 Surfing Coach
• ISA Judging & Officiating Certificate
• International Life Saving & Aquatic Rescue Safety Certificate

Whether you’re looking to improve your technique, build confidence, or take your surfing to the next level, Janis is here to guide you every step of the way!