The team

Born in 1997 in Giv’at Shmuel. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Democratic Education and Social Business Management from the Seminar HaKibbutzim College. Currently studying for a certificate in Parental Guidance and Training at the Adler Institute. Active in the social movement of Bnei Akiva and a graduate of national service with Jewish and Arab youth on the periphery. “The sea in my eyes washes away the prejudices that bother the heart and the eyes, to see that we are all human beings, with the same needs and feelings that just want closeness and love.

director of the Hagel Shali Bat Yam association
Born in 1988 in Netanya, has a bachelor’s degree in economics and management from the Open University and is an nlp practitioner and business entrepreneur. “When I want to be inspired to create and innovate, I go to the sea to look for the answers, I want to initiate social and educational change for a better generation”

A 29-year-old from Yaffo, with a bachelor’s degree in education and a social business manager at the Kibbutzim College, a graduate of the Tzofim (Scouts) movement and the “Israel 2050” leadership movement, and one of the founders of the “Clean Profit” initiative to promote financial education in Israel. “The sea and surfing are an amazing way of life for me, enabling endless learning and providing a great gift to everyone.

born in 1990, immigrated to Israel in 2012 from the United States, and now lives in Tel Aviv. Holds a bachelor’s degree in Arabic and International Relations and a master’s degree in maritime archaeology. Previously worked at a nature conservation organization as a public and community center. Dives, surfs, sails, and lives by the sea. “The sea is not only a valuable resource, but also the most unifying and healing force – a resource that transcends all religious, political, and social divides. Throughout history, in every religion and culture, in every corner of the world, water is a purifying element that makes each of us understand that we have no control over superior forces. A person needs to find balance in unexpected situations where they have no control. It is a special privilege to continue to educate through the most precious resource that exists.

born in the US in 1992, living in Tel Aviv and holds a degree in Diplomacy and International Relations from the Interdisciplinary Center. She’s been surfing since childhood and tries to be in the sea at least once a day. “The sea provides calmness and perspective on life. We have no control over what we receive each day – storm, calm, waves… I couldn’t think of a more suitable tool for my life to use as a means of educating youth.”

Born in 1990, originally from Eilat, currently lives in Jaffa. Has a bachelor’s degree in economics and management.
A competitive windsurfer in the past – Israeli youth champion in windsurfing and Israeli runner-up in adults.
Enjoying the sea in every way – surfing, windsurfing, swimming and diving.
For 8 years I guided groups of children and youth in surfing and tank diving.
Excited to discover every time anew how a trainee’s sense of success in facing challenges in the marine arena, also affects dealings in other arenas in his life.
I believe that the sea and a benevolent relationship heal everything.

“Born in 1994, living in central Tel Aviv and originally from the town of Har Adar. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Management with excellence from Tel Aviv-Yafo Academic College.”

I was born in the year 2000, born and raised in Jaffa and still reside there. I hold a certificate of completion in cybersecurity and information security from the Akrio College in Ramat Gan, a certified surfing instructor from the Wingate Institute. I live just a 10-minute walk from the sea, and every day I must be near the sea or at least see it from afar once a day.
The sea is my mentor, always reminding me to be humble, attentive and to behave according to it. As much as we think we are strong and great, the sea always reminds us who is in control and who is greater.

Born in 1991, I currently live in Tel Aviv, originally from Moshav Mishmar Ayalon. “I discovered surfing in Peru where I lived for two years and ever since then, surfing has been a part of my soul.”

 born in 1991, currently residing in Tel Aviv, originally from Kibbutz Ma’agan Michael. Holds a bachelor’s degree in special education and studies hydrotherapy. Discovered surfing at the age of 15, at a time when surfing was considered a predominantly male sport and there were very few women in the water. Fortunately, there is a much larger representation of women in the sport today 🙂 “We grow through our connection with others, and with surfing, we have a huge opportunity to be significant figures and sometimes hold hope for young boys and girls who may not be able to see it for themselves.”

Director of the HaGal Sheli Center – Kiryat Yam,
Born in 1998, Mekrit Ata.
Has a bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of Haifa.
She served as a combat fitness instructor, has a fitness trainer certificate and a volleyball coach.
An active volleyball player in the national league in Maccabi Haifa.
I believe in sports as a way of life, in water as healers and in their combination…
Treatment and education through projective tools – sports, sports, nature gardening, music…💙

34 years old, originally from Haifa, currently lives in Hatzalet Hasharon. Has a master’s degree in education with a specialization in social change and a bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences at Rupin College with a specialization in organizational consulting and human resources. “I have been involved in education in various formats for over a decade and see the work in my wave as a mission and a privilege that connects my two biggest worlds – sea and education.”

A man of love, peace, heaven, and sea. His life mission is to help creatures! A father of two magical children and happily married :). Holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Hadassah Jerusalem with a specialization in service organizations, a specialist in digital marketing (Full Stack Marketer) with knowledge in HTML and business development.

“As a graduate with a Master’s degree in Business Administration and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, I believe that with the help of our natural abilities, we can also learn about ourselves and constantly strive for self-improvement. As someone who grew up in less pleasant surroundings, I can imagine that my wave can be a home for young people like me.”

Hagal Sheli is an opportunity to provide young boys and girls a place where they are seen in a positive light, a chance to give them a belief that they can achieve more, that they are capable of more. Seeing them and their needs, and offering them equal opportunities to acquire tools for life.

In my eyes, the ocean represents life itself, with all the challenges, fears, strengths, and feelings of capability