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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.
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.