Katelyn Cija

Meet Katelyn (she/her), a passionate queer surf instructor based in Southern California. With over 10 years of wave-riding experience, Katelyn brings skill, patience, and a deep love for the ocean to every lesson. She creates a safe, inclusive space where all identities are welcomed and celebrated.

Whether you're standing up for the first time or leveling up your cutback, Katelyn's empowering approach meets you where you are. Her teaching blends technique with mindfulness, helping students connect to the water and themselves. Katelyn is committed to making surf culture more diverse, joyful, and accessible—one wave at a time.