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Meet our Team

Dedicated. Excited. Adventurous.

Our team of instructors are a group of passionate individuals who love the sports they teach. They thrive on working with people of all ages, but especially enjoy working with kids. Safety is a top priority for this team, as they are all first aid certified. Whether you're new to the sport or looking to improve your skills, our team is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and have fun while doing it.

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Founder of Loving Adventures

Jacky Loving

Jacky founded Loving Adventures to inspire others to embrace their adventurous spirit and discover the joys of exploring the world around them. In the winter she explores the snowy backcountry and in the summer she provides a range of tools and resources to help children develop their creativity, confidence, and problem-solving skills, all while believing in the power of play. Her passion for teaching makes her go above and beyond by taking various courses and classes to provide the best possible learning environment for children.

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Lead Instructor

Colin Davis

With his boundless energy and enthusiasm, Colin makes learning to skate and surf easy. He is known for his ability to ride the waves at Mavericks and having the most fun riding shin high waves. As a certified ocean lifeguard with specialized big wave assesent training, he helps keep surfers safe. Colin has a wealth of experience teaching people of all ages how to surf and skate. Students praise him for his positive attitude and patience while teaching. Colin is a valuable member of our team.

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Lead Instructor

Romeo Stone

Meet Romeo Stone, a young and passionate surfer who splits his time between Costa Rica and his pursuit of professional surfing. With a deep love for the ocean and the sport, Romeo finds joy in sharing his skills and introducing others to the exhilarating world of surfing. His dedication, energy, and friendly approach make learning with him both fun and rewarding, whether you're catching your first wave or refining your technique. Through his journey, Romeo hopes to inspire others to embrace the surfing lifestyle and discover the beauty of life on the water.

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Lead Instructor

Annie Trezza

Annie embodies the spirit of the ocean through her passion for music and surfing. She is an experienced teacher who is dedicating her time to helping people of all age to enjoy the beauty of the ocean. Her expertise in teaching and mentorship makes her a valuable member our team. Annie is also an avid skater who is passionate about inspiring young girls to pursue their dreams, no matter what obstacles stand in their way. 

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Instructor

David Ciagne

 David is a local surfer from the East End of Long Island who has been surfing since he was little. Growing up around the ocean, he developed a strong connection to the water and has spent years learning the local breaks, conditions, and surf culture of the area.

Even while studying out of state, David spends every summer back home trying to catch at least one wave a day. His love for surfing has also taken him to surf destinations around the world, including Nicaragua, Mexico, California, Spain, Barbados and more places. As a surf instructor, David brings real experience, local knowledge, and a passion for helping others learn how to surf and feel more confident in the ocean.

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Instructor

Amelia Buckner

Amelia comes to us from Colorado, where her love for the outdoors has shaped every part of her life. From rock climbing and skiing to surfing, she embraces every adventure with enthusiasm. She is passionate about sharing that love for nature with kids, and her radiant energy is contagious. Amelia inspires those around her to appreciate the beauty of the ocean and the excitement of trying something new.

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Christian Westergard

Christian Westergard has served as a head ocean lifeguard on beaches from Bridgehampton to Montauk, dedicating years to keeping others safe in and around the water. He is passionate about helping people build confidence in the ocean and believes that feeling comfortable in the water opens the door to a lifetime of adventure.

When he's not at the beach, Christian enjoys riding "concrete waves" on his skateboard, sharing the same confidence and sense of freedom that surfing provides. Whether in the ocean or on the pavement, he loves introducing others to new ways of exploring their surroundings while encouraging them to challenge themselves and have fun along the way.

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Lola Garneau

"I grew up in East Hampton, surfing in Montauk and developed a deep connection to the ocean that I am so grateful to be able to share and teach the kids and allow them to understand it and all that it has brought me and played such a vital role in my life and growing up. I am very passionate about protecting our beaches, oceans and the earth that gives us so much. I believe surf camp deepens our connection to nature, turning a simple experience into a lifelong responsibility to preserve it."

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Christina Napolillo

Christina is a wonderful person who has an adventurous spirit and a deep love for the ocean. She is a skilled surfer and diver; and she spends much of her time chasing water activities and exploring the beauty of the sea. With her passion for children, she has become a surfcoach who inspires her students to push beyond their limits and achieve their goals. Christina's kind and warm personality make her a joy to be around, and she radiates positivity wherever she goes.

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Patrick Walrath

Coming soon

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Pierce McBrien

Pierce is originally from New York City and has had a deep passion for surfing for the past six years. He spends his summers in Montauk, where he first fell in love with surfing and continues to enjoy everything the local surf community has to offer.
For the past four years, Pierce has been teaching and developing his skills as an instructor. He loves helping others experience the excitement and confidence that comes from riding their first waves. At Loving Adventures, he enjoys being part of a supportive, adventurous community that encourages people to challenge themselves and have fun. Outside of surfing, Pierce is passionate about hockey and lacrosse and loves traveling, especially on surf trips with friends.

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Aurelia Intonato

Aurelia Intonato is a Montauk local with a lifelong love of the water and a passion for working with children. As a competitive swimmer for the East Hampton Hurricanes and her high school swim team, she has spent years building strong water skills and confidence in the ocean.

Aurelia has experience working with children of all abilities, including those with special needs, and has volunteered with A Walk On Water and Flow Montauk. She loves creating a supportive environment where kids can build confidence, have fun, and develop a lasting connection to the water.

When she's not in the ocean, Aurelia enjoys making the most of life in Montauk. Her patient, encouraging nature and enthusiasm make her a wonderful addition to the Loving Adventures team.

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Avery Nadel

Avery Nadel is an East End local with a deep love for the ocean and a passion for surfing. Growing up on the East End has given her a strong connection to the water and an appreciation for sharing that love with the next generation.

When she's not in the ocean, Avery enjoys skiing, playing lacrosse, and spending time outdoors. Her kind, enthusiastic personality and genuine love for working with children help create a fun, supportive environment where kids can build confidence, learn new skills, and make lasting memories in and around the water.

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Kristina Kolesa

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Alison Maurino

Ali is passionate about surfing, spending time at the beach, and sharing her love of the outdoors with children. She brings a kind, energetic spirit to every adventure and enjoys helping kids build confidence while having fun in and around the water.

Outside of surfing, Ali loves to travel and experience new places. Last year, she traveled to Ukraine on a humanitarian trip to support local communities, an experience that strengthened her compassion and commitment to helping others. Her positive attitude and caring nature make her a wonderful addition to the Loving Adventures team.

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Instructor

Taylor Rade

Introducing Taylor Rade, our youngest coach, whose youthful spirit and boundless energy make her a natural at connecting with young surf enthusiasts. As a passionate athlete, Taylor brings the thrill of the sport straight to the beach, inspiring a new generation of wave riders.

Taylor's ability to relate to the youth on a different level sets her apart. Her genuine enthusiasm, both in and out of the water, is contagious, igniting excitement in her students. With Taylor leading the charge, every surf session is infused with dynamic energy, making learning to surf an unforgettable experience for all involved.

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