Niyama Welcomes Back Surf Pro Brad Gerlach And Surf Photographer Junior Garcia
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Enjoy prime surf season at the Niyama Private Islands in the Maldives
At Niyama Private Islands Maldives, surfing is a way of life. And with peak surf season fast approaching, two renowned surfers, Wave-Ki founder and instructor Brad Gerlach and whiz-behind-the-lens Junior Garcia, are set to take up residence for the benefit of guests. 
Surfs Up
Niyama Private Islands Maldives is the ultimate surfing destination. Guests can jet in with their boards or get fully outfitted at the Rip Curl boutique, set up camp in one the specially outfitted surf villas, then hit the waves, including Vodi, a powerful and sometimes hollow wave that breaks right on shore. Afterwards, chill time awaits at the Surf Shack with rum and reggae, or at Drift Spa with a recovery back massage and sunburn-soothing aloe vera wrap
In residence from 10 March to 20 April 2024 to offer his revolutionary method of coaching is Brad Gerlach, the world’s number 2 in 1991 after dominating the leaderboard for the majority of the year. He is the founder of Wave-Ki, a land-based method to perfect surf skills favoured by pros like Parker Coffin, with a martial art-like focus on slow, precise movements which create kinaesthetic motor memory for improved surfing once in the water.
Memories Captured
There to capture guests mid-wave will be photographer Junior Garcia, at the resort 8 March to 30 September. Originally from Brazil, and now based in Bali, Junior has spent his life chasing the ultimate wave and the ultimate shot.
While surfing in the Maldives can be enjoyed year-round, peak season runs from March to November. Brad can be booked for private or family coaching, first on land (RM1,166) then in the water (RM2,093). There will also be regular group land sessions (RM347). 
Additional Packages
Packages include a year’s access to Wave-Ki online, with video lessons, live sessions and Q&As, plus the option of one-on-one virtual coaching. Sessions with Junior begin at RM1,166 per hour, or RM2,290 for a week.
