Top 4 Surf Lessons in Venice Beach

1.Surfing Lesson in Venice Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 442 reviews · 2 hours · from $69Our pick

Meet your English-speaking instructor at 20 Bicknell Ave, suit up, and learn to surf Venice Beach in a small group setting. You get a 30 to 40 minute beach lesson, about 40 minutes of coached ocean practice, free time to keep trying, a board, wetsuit, storage, and an outdoor rinse afterward.

“Was such a good time, really recommend! We had Ethan and Keanu who had really good pointers and were loads of fun. We booked a group lesson and it ended up being just myself and my partner with two instructors, so a private lesson in essence! Would 100% do again if we’re in LA.”

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2.Surf Class for Beginners in Venice

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Top rated

Meet Golden Wave Surf School at 10 Washington Blvd for a two-hour Venice lesson built for adults ages 18 to 60. You’ll spend 30 minutes on beach safety and technique, then practice in the water with a guide such as Alex, Alexi, Felipe, Martin, or Diego.

“It was excellent. I was taught by Diego, who had a lot of experience and broke down things in a way that made it very easy to understand. I managed to catch a few waves, which was very cool. Highly recommended.”

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3.Private Surf Lesson in Venice Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Meet Golden Wave Surf School at 10 Washington Blvd for a two-hour Venice Beach lesson. You’ll spend 30 minutes learning surf safety on land, then practice in a beginner-friendly area with a board, wetsuit, and instructor guidance. Private booking is required for non-swimmers, minors, and guests with disabilities.

“My two daughters had a great experience. Paul was super patient and a great instructor. Would absolutely recommend.”

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4.2-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Venice Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99

Meet Fun Surf LA in Santa Monica for a private two-hour lesson at Venice Beach. Jonathan may coach you through land drills and water practice, with a board and wetsuit included. The lesson suits beginners through advanced surfers, with a minimum age of seven.

“Jonathan was an incredible teacher, and finally helped me drop in and catch waves the real way! I have been trying to teach myself on a 6 foot short board for the last two years with minimal results and enjoyment. This one session straightened a lot of things out for me. Gotta do it!”

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