“He’s put us on the map,” says Marisol Vega, owner of Crescent Cove Surf & Supply. “People are driving two hours just to say they trained with ‘Coach Ben on the beach.’ It’s weird, but it works.”
As I packed up my notebook and peeled off my wet socks, Coach Ben was already raking the drill lines for the next group. The sun was climbing over the dunes, casting long shadows across the tide line. He wasn’t looking at his phone or checking stats. He was watching a pelican dive. coach ben big beach adventure new
The answer is yes—with a catch. Because the program is entirely dependent on tide schedules and group size, Ben limits each session to 15 people. However, he has just launched a waitlist and a digital “Sand Notes” newsletter where he posts weekly drills you can do on any beach, anywhere. “He’s put us on the map,” says Marisol
This article was originally published in the “Coastal Sports & Adventure” quarterly. He wasn’t looking at his phone or checking stats
“This is the locker room now,” he said with a grin, gesturing at the endless horizon. “No walls. No excuses. Just sand, salt, and hard work.”
Whether you’re a burnt-out athlete looking for joy again or just a tourist who wants to see what the buzz is about, is worth the trip. Just remember to bring sunscreen—and leave your expectations on the pavement. For more information or to sign up for the waitlist, visit (hypothetical site) www.CoachBenBeach.com or follow @CoachBenBeach on social media.
By: The Coastal Sports Gazette
