Join a small-group surf class with skill-based coaching in Santa Monica
1 hour and 45 minutes
Up to 5:1 people
Foam longboard, wetsuit
Build your surfing skills with ongoing, open-enrollment group instruction for beginners and more advanced surfers. If there are enough registrants, you’ll be grouped by experience level for more tailored coaching.
Open enrollment is listed as ages 18 and up, and pricing is listed for ages 13 and up. Gratuity is not included; confirm the recommended amount with Greetwell before booking.
Full payment due in advance; payments are non-refundable. Cancel or reschedule at least 48 hours in advance for full credit; less than 48 hours gets no refund. No-shows after 20 minutes. If the operator cancels due to unsafe conditions or minimum enrollments not met, services are rescheduled or fully refunded.
Wear a swimsuit under your wetsuit and apply waterproof sunscreen on your face before you arrive.
Bring a towel, drinking water, and your cell phone and other essentials.
No. There is no locked storage on the beach, so keep valuables minimal, conceal anything valuable, and place it in a safe spot among the group’s gear.
Santa Monica, CA
Beginners consistently leave thrilled after their lessons here, with instructors like Mike, Angie, Chuck, and Jared earning high praise for their patience and teaching skills. People love how the instructors tailor lessons to individual comfort levels and sizes, helping complete novices stand up and ride waves within their first session. The booking process is straightforward, equipment fits well, and the Santa Monica location near the pier makes it convenient for visitors using public transit. The team genuinely seems to care about getting people comfortable in the water and having fun. Several reviewers mention the encouraging, welcoming atmosphere that puts nervous first-timers at ease. They handle groups well too, from families to corporate events of 14+ people. A couple reviews mention mixed experiences with instructor attentiveness, so it's worth being clear about your comfort level and expectations when booking. Optional photos are available after lessons if you want to capture the memories.
The experience was so much fun!!
Joshua Valiquette
October 20, 2025
The experience was so much fun!!
Joshua Valiquette
October 20, 2025