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    Private Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

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

    4.9 stars• 141 reviews
    From$159/ personincl. taxes and fees

    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

    Know before you go

    • 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.

    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
    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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