Meet Surf Health's Founders

"Great surfing comes down to preparation. If you are worried about your conditioning, if you can paddle fast enough or if your knee is going to bother you, it’s tough to stay focused on the next wave because your mind is thinking about something besides actually surfing."
- Dave Santamaria, Co-Founder

Meet the founders behind this one of a kind surfing and lifestyle training program: Dr. David Santamaria and Sam Hammer. Driven by their shared passion for health, vitality and surf performance, they embarked on a journey to create a unique process and program that helps surfers optimize their health and performance in, and out, of the water. 

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Dr. Dave Santamaria has a unique and curated background in physical therapy, from clinic ownership to advanced education in exercise, conditioning and movement. His expertise in movement, strength and endurance seamlessly bridges the gap between science and action. His deep-rooted knowledge ensures that Surfhealth’s programs are meticulously designed and curated to fine-tune each clients’ body, minimizing the risk for injury and helping each client realize their full potential in the water. 

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Sam Hammer is the embodiment of surfing longer and living healthy. His professional  career and reputation as a cold-water explorer have demonstrated his commitment to health and wellness throughout his lifetime. As a surfer, Sam understands the demands that are placed on the body. As a surf coach, he has a wealth of knowledge of what and how surfers, new and old, need to work on their physical attributes to improve their performance in the water. Sam brings his background and experience to each and every client’s program to ensure a unique and educational experience for each client. 

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Together, Sam and Dave are trying to expand the boundaries of surfing and wellness by creating a platform where surfing , science and athleticism converge. SurfHealth isn’t a training company, it’s a testament to their unwavering dedication to enhancing the surfers’ experience, extending the length and quality of a surfer’s life and pushing the boundaries of what the human body can achieve. Become part of the SurfHealth experience to see what you can achieve in and out of the water, to surf longer and live healthy.