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Surf lessons in San Diego

Learning to surf in San Diego is a Southern California rite of passage. Local instructors, small groups, board and wetsuit included.

La Jolla Shores

Pacific Beach

Mission Beach

Ocean Beach

Choose your lesson

Three ways to learn in San Diego.

Every lesson lasts 60 minutes, with board, wetsuit and a safety briefing included.

Group Lessons

Friends & families · 2 to 5 people

Fun, social sessions with supportive coaching throughout. The most affordable way to start.

from US$ 125 / person

  • 60 minutes in the water
  • Board & wetsuit included
  • Minimum 2 people

Private Lessons

Coming alone? Start here

One-on-one coaching for faster progress, confidence and technique. Just US$ 25 more than a group spot.

from US$ 150 / person

  • Your instructor, only for you
  • Board & wetsuit included
  • Perfect for a first wave

Progression Coaching

Intermediate & advanced

Work on wave selection, timing and performance with a coach who analyzes every ride.

from US$ 225 / person

  • Technique-focused session
  • Board & wetsuit included
  • Feedback on every wave

Where we surf

Four beaches along the coast.

Your instructor picks the best spot for the day’s sea.

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La Jolla Shores

One of San Diego’s most popular beaches, with a flat, sandy shoreline.

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Pacific Beach

Known to locals as PB, San Diego’s lively beach neighborhood.

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Mission Beach

One of San Diego’s most vibrant and bustling beaches.

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Ocean Beach

OB keeps the classic, laid-back vibe of 1970s California.

Your instructors

Local coaches who know every wave.

Surf lesson on the sand in San Diego

Our sea promise

Bad waves? Your lesson moves, free.

  • Reschedule once at no cost, up to 2 hours before.
  • If the sea isn’t safe, we move your lesson and it doesn’t count.

Your first wave in San Diego is two minutes away.

Pick a lesson, an instructor and a time. Board and wetsuit are included.