Los Angeles · SURF LESSONS IN SANTA MONICA
The 5 best surf lessons in Santa Monica you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Meet Kapowui Surf Lessons at the Venice-Santa Monica border for a private 1.5-hour lesson. You’ll spend 30 minutes on beach instruction, then surf with an instructor using supplied boards and wetsuits. Liam and Alex are named instructors praised for patient, clear coaching.
“It was an amazing time! Liam was the best instructor and so patient with our nephews! We would do it again!”
Meet Fun Surf LA near Santa Monica Beach for a two-hour lesson with 20 to 30 minutes of beach instruction, 50 to 60 minutes in the water, and extra practice time. Foam boards and wetsuits are included. The lesson suits beginners and intermediate surfers age 12 and up.
“Fun instructors, very chill, best jokes, best rock-skipping technique (& low-key competition), showed us multiple ways and options to get on the surfboard and stay on for waves, kept us safe in the water, and all around made sure it was a great time on the beach surfing! The cool instructors also wear really cool surfing hats -- now I want one! And mineral reef-safe sunscreens for the win!! 10/10 A++ would book and do again!”
Meet Kapowui Surf Lessons at the Venice-Santa Monica border for a two-hour beginner lesson. Your instructor supplies the board and wetsuit, teaches safety and technique on the sand, then works with you in the water. Dale is praised for patient, supportive coaching.
“Dale was excellent - he was very patient and supportive while trying to learn the ins and outs of surfing!”
Meet at 20 Bicknell Ave in Santa Monica for a two-hour private surf lesson near Venice Beach. Your instructor adjusts the session to your ability, teaching on the sand and in the water. Beginners, children age seven and up, and returning surfers can all take part.
“Jorge was fabulous! He was able to work with two young kids, 18 & 8 and they both had a great time, lots of attention to them in a private session and the two kids did great!”
Learn the basics on Santa Monica beach, then spend an hour catching waves with up to three other participants. Your English-speaking instructor covers boards, tides, pop-ups, and water safety. Wetsuit and surfboard are included, but you must be able to swim.
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