Instructor

Adriel Mendes

I am a Brazilian surfer living in San Diego with a lifelong passion for surfing. Specializing in longboarding, I offer personalized lessons for all skill levels, focusing on safety, technique, reading the waves, and having fun. As a co-founder of the Black Surfer Crew, I believe surfing is for everyone, and I love helping my students gain confidence, improve, and enjoy every moment in the water.

Lesson Types

Choose the right lesson

Our coaching is designed to meet surfers where they are, with clear instruction, supportive pacing, and plenty of time in the water.

  • Private Lessons

    Learn ocean awareness, pop-up basics, paddling, and safe board handling in a welcoming environment built for first-time surfers.

    San Diego, CA – 90 mins – All Equipment Included

    from $ 150 per person

  • Group Lessons

    Share the experience with a fun group lesson that helps kids and adults learn together with age-appropriate instruction.

    San Diego, CA – 90 mins – All Equipment Included

    from $ 125 per person

  • Progression Coach

    Get one-on-one guidance focused on technique, wave reading, turning, and confidence building at your own pace.

    San Diego, CA – 90 mins – All Equipment Included

    from $ 225 per person

Coaching that meets you where you are

  • Instructor Levels

    Beginner (First-timers / Whitewater), Intermediate (Open ocean / Green waves), Advanced (Coaching / Maneuvers), Kids (Under 12)

  • Beaches

    La Jolla Shores, Pacific Beach

  • Equipaments Included

    Softboards (Beginner), Surf Boards, Wetsuits, Leash / Wax, Identification Rashguards

  • Certificates/Licenses

    CPR and Rescue Emergency

  • Instructor Informations

    Experience: 3 to 5 years
    Languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese
    Location: San Diego, CA

Adriel Mendes