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    Private Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

    Build your surfing skills with focused one-on-one coaching

    3.7 stars• 9 reviews

    Duration

    1–2 hrs

    Includes

    Surfboard, wetsuit

    Highlights

    Work one-on-one with a Master Instructor to develop your surfing skills. Your lesson takes place at a nearby beach selected based on the tides.

    • Choose from private 1-, 1.5-, or 2-hour sessions
    • Develop your skills with personalized surf instruction
    • Join a lesson open to all ages
    • Surf at a nearby beach chosen for tide conditions

    What's Included

    • Surfboard
    • Wetsuit

    Important details

    • Watch for your exact meeting location by email, phone, or text 12–24 hours before your lesson

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 24 hours' notice. No-shows are charged full price. Same-day cancellations without a doctor's note or valid emergency are charged half price. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

    Product ID: D9M42U

    FAQs

    Lesson times are subject to change based on surf conditions. Expect a follow-up by phone or text no later than the day before your lesson to discuss your selected time.

    Experience provided by Club Ed International

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    One Hour Session

    $159

    1:1 Instruction • All Ages

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    One & A Half Hour Session

    $238.50

    1:1 Instruction • All Ages

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    Two Hour Session

    $318

    1:1 Instruction • All Ages

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Club Ed will have you up and surfing on your first visit. First rate instructors using time tested techniques guarantees your success and absolute fun.

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    Ken Rockas

    May 22, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Club Ed will have you up and surfing on your first visit. First rate instructors using time tested techniques guarantees your success and absolute fun.

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    Ken Rockas

    May 22, 2026

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