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Today we chat with Jelly, one of our surf coaches over in Sri Lanka. 

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At home in Sri Lanka


Name: Jelaine but call me Jelly

Age: 24

Where’s Home? South Africa

Role at Soul&Surf: Surf Instructor

How did you start surfing?  I started surfing when I was 12 years old in my home town, Durban. I went to about 3 lessons with Roxy Learn2Surf and they showed me the basic pop up. On my first white water wave, I forgot to stand up. On my second wave I stood up and have been addicted to surfing ever since. I was lucky enough to start surfing as a kid living near the beach, so I picked up surfing pretty easily.


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She shreds


What does Soul mean to you? "Soul" is who you truly are. It is what really drives you throughout your life, what gets your adrenaline pumping. Soul is the truth. It is genuine, real and so precious. It is the core of everything  We need to get more in touch with the soul of the world.


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Jelly and a VERY cute kitten


What inspires you about Sri Lanka? Wherever you go, Sri Lankans are always ready to greet you with a big smile. They seem so peaceful with just the simple things in life. I love how so much is still so traditional on this side of the world, especially kids playing outside with simple objects or helping out at home by sweeping the garden.
I love the unity felt amongst the people here. Everyone willing to help each other out and being so open to share with one another. Certainly lots to learn out here.