Los Angeles is renowned for a great coastline, white beaches and a great surfing community, so what better place to ride some waves? You will have expert instructors to show you the fundamentals of surfing so you'll be standing on the board in no time!

All lessons emphasize safety and fun, but they also take the next step and teach their students to view the ocean with a surfer's eye so they can safely surf on their own with confidence.

Schedule Details

Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Point:

Lessons are held at Rosecrans Avenue, Manhattan Beach, California

Departure Time:

Departure time is dependant on tides and ocean conditions, but are usually around 11:00am. Exact time to be confirmed upon reconfirmation 24 hours prior to class

Hotel Pickup:

Hotel pick-up is not provided

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• Private Surfing Lesson
• Wetsuit Rental
• Surfboard Rental

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (Optional)
• Parking Fees
• Meals and Beverages

Additional Info:

• This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
• Confirmation for this product will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• All head instructors are C.P.R. and First Aid certified
• Please advise all passenger ages, heights, and weights at time of booking. If you are unable to give this information at time of booking, you will need to call the tour operator and advise them of this information directly.

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What do I need to bring?
A: $2.50 in quarters for the parking meters, a towel, a bathing suit, preferably a one piece for girls, sunscreen, some drinking water.

Q: Can we rent or use the boards after the lesson?
A: No. They do not rent boards, or let students borrow them after the lesson for safety reasons.

Q: Any advice before your lesson?
A: Eat a light breakfast so you have some energy but are not bloated. Oatmeal and orange juice or toast and tea for example. Don't be hungover. Don't wear perfume or cologne.

Q: Do I have to be a good swimmer to take a lesson? Do I have to know how to swim in the ocean?
A: You must be able to swim, but you are not expected to know how to swim in the ocean as you may not live near the beach. Most lessons take place in waist-chest high water and you will have your feet on the sand until you feel comfortable. You should be able to keep your head above water for at least 2 minutes, although you will not be tested. It is a good idea to be a good swimmer before learning to surf.

Instructors:

Chris Brown - Chris began surfing in 1978 at 21st street in Hermosa Beach. He surfed competitively at the University of Southern California, and graduated in 1992 with a B.A. in Political Science. Surf travel has been his passion since the mid 1980's. Destinations include Indonesia, South Africa, Europe, Mexico, The Caribbean, Central America and Hawaii. Paddled the 32-mile Catalina Classic three times in the early 1990's. Owned and operated Peninsula Surf in Rolling Hills Estates from 1999 to 2004. Also serves on the Board of Directors for the California Beach Volleyball association and the Jim Miller Memorial Foundation. When he's not surfing, Chris also coaches many professional and Olympic athletes.

Tommy Ostendorf - Competitive Longboarder and top shortboarder from Manhattan Beach. Tommy learned to surf in Manhattan Beach in 1996, started competing in 1999, and has been teaching surfing with us since 1998. His competition highlights include; 1st place at the United States Surfing Federations West Coast Championships, Runner-up at NSSA West Coast Championships in 2003, Top 10 overall in the 2002 Professional Surfing Tour of America. Surf travels include Hawaii, Bali, Mentawai Islands, Indonesia, Bahamas, Baja California, Mexico, Florida, and Virginia. Currently attending school at the University of San Diego where he is Captain of the surf team. He has competed in several professional competitions with the world's top longboard surfers. Tommy's been with us since the beginning and is a fluid surfer in the water and on land.

Mark Gerold - Born and raised in Manhattan Beach in and near the ocean! Surfing for 7 years, teaching surfing for 5 years and a Junior Lifeguard for about 6 years. Competed on the Mira Costa Surf Team. Currently attending school in San Luis Obispo, continues to surf many times a week. Surf travel includes Hawaii, Baja California, Mainland Mexico, South America and the California Coast. Mark loves to surf and spread the joy of the lifestyle. Mark has been with us from the beginning and is an experienced instructor with lots of lessons under his belt.

Terms and Conditions:

All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Surfing lessons may be rescheduled up to six (6) months from the purchase date. If rescheduling occurs within 24 hours of the original date, a $50.00 surcharge will be incurred. If rescheduling more than 24 hours prior to the original date, there is no surcharge.

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

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