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    Private Surf Lesson in Laguna Beach

    Get 1.5 hours of private surf coaching with board and wetsuit included

    From$120/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    1.5 hours

    Includes

    Board, wetsuit, coaching

    Highlights

    Build your surfing skills with private instruction in Laguna Beach, California. Your instructor covers ocean safety, wave selection, and core techniques like paddling, pop-ups, and riding waves.

    • Learn the pop-up, paddling techniques, and how to ride waves
    • Practice reading and selecting waves and analyzing the lineup
    • Build confidence with ocean safety and surf etiquette guidance
    • Refine board fundamentals, timing, and wave strategy
    • Train one-on-one with private instruction tailored to your level

    What's Included

    • Beginner surfboard
    • Wetsuit
    • Expert coaching
    • Private instruction

    Things to know

    Arrive on time or no more than 10 minutes early; late arrivals do not get extended lesson time. Parking is metered, with free parking up the street in residential areas. Instructor tips are optional.

    Cancellation Policy

    48 hour or more cancelation notice full refund. Cancel within 48 hour no refund. Reschedule fee $50. Gift cards are non refundable. Private Surf lessons are deemed no show / no refund If you don’t show up after 30 minutes from start time.

    FAQs

    Arrive wearing the bathing suit you will wear under your wetsuit. Bring a towel to dry off after the lesson.

    No. The service is mobile and does not have a private bathroom or changing room.

    Arrive on time, or no more than 10 minutes before your private surf lesson starts. If you arrive late, the lesson duration will not be extended.

    Meeting details

    Anita street beach, Laguna Beach CA, 92651

    Experience provided by California Surf Experience
    Experience provided by California Surf Experience

    How can we help?

    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    Surfer

    $120.45

    Price per person

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    Individual Lesson

    $160.60

    One instructor per surfer

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    All Day Surf Adventure Solo

    $401.49

    Private Group Instruction (Great for friends or families). Please select the number of surfers.

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    All Day Surf Adventure Group

    $286.78

    Price per person

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    Review summary

    First-time surfers consistently rave about the instructors here, particularly Tommy, Travis, Chris, Mia, and Ryan. These coaches earn praise for being patient, encouraging, and skilled at breaking down surfing fundamentals on the beach before hitting the water. Multiple reviewers mention feeling comfortable and confident despite zero experience, with several booking additional sessions before even leaving the beach. The instruction quality stands out across the board. Instructors take time to teach wave reading, proper paddling technique, and ocean safety. Parents especially appreciate the attentiveness to kids, with one instructor even analyzing a young surfer's videos overnight to provide better feedback. Safety is clearly a priority, with one reviewer noting how Travis carefully selected appropriate waves for a young student during rough conditions. The vibe is consistently described as fun, chill, and approachable, making it ideal for beginners and families looking to catch their first waves in Laguna Beach.

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