Things to do in Santa Monica, California (CA): The Best Surfing, Windsurfing & Kitesurfing

Did the surfbug bite? Learn how to surf in Los Angeles. The Surfbug offers the best and highest rated surf lessons in all of Los Angeles.

We offer surf lessons and ocean swim training for kids and adults year-round at Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach and Zuma Beach in Malibu. First-timers, beginners and more experienced levels are all welcome. It's our goal that you learn to stand up and ride the wave, but also that you feel comfortable being in the water and become knowledgeable about ocean conditions. We firmly believe that the more you understand the ocean and waves, the better surfing and ocean swimming experience you'll have!

Poseidon Paddle and Surf is Santa Monica's hub for Surf and Stand Up Paddle (SUP) lessons and rentals. In addition to Lessons and Rentals Poseidon is a full service surf shop selling swimwear, apparel, surfboards, paddle boards as well as beach accessories such as sunscreen, sunglasses, towels, etc. Poseidon's Surf and Paddle Board lessons are available daily. Please call to book your lesson!

A Quiksilver & Roxy sponsored surf and stand up paddle company since 2001 that offers private and group lessons, summer camps and surf parties. All equipment and wetsuits provided. Located at Santa Monica, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach and Torrance. CPR/First Aid/AED & lifeguard certified instructors.

We are true purveyors of professional surf lessons! For two hours, we give you the ultimate SoCal experience of surfing. We provide surfboards, wetsuits, and certified surf instructors for all ages and levels of ability.

Surf training for individuals & groups committed to learning to surf whether a first-timer, beginner or intermediate trying to improve their surfing skills & experience. Learn much more than just the "pop-up". Jonathan will teach you about ocean safety, understanding ocean patterns, reading waves, wave selection, surfing techniques, board control, surfing etiquette, forecasting and equipment. Jonathan will teach you what it takes to surf and how to improve over the long haul. Jonathan is a permitted instructor who has taught thousands of surf lessons with students of varying surfing ability in the Los Angeles area & is committed to teaching surfing to your ability level. All of us are unique with differing ocean experiences, fears, concerns and knowledge. Jonathan adjusts to you and prioritizes information and skill sets based off your ability & ocean experience. We provide all equipment so if you don't have a board or wetsuit we will be happy to provide them for you.

Born out of a love of the ocean and surfing, Dawn Patrol Surf in Venice, CA is the passion project of 2 brothers from Los Angeles. Our mission is to introduce the stoke of surfing to new and experienced surfers while providing a solid foundation for students to feel comfortable ripping waves. With over 40 years of combined experience, we are here to make your experience unforgettable.

We teach children, teens and adults. Gain lifelong positive memories, friends and surfing skills. We welcome visitors and locals of all levels from first time beginners to advanced. Our instructors are certified in cpr, first aid, lifeguarding, safety and hired based on their ability and passion to teach.

Santa Monica Surf School is based in Santa Monica, California. We offer private and semi private surf lessons year round in many locations. Our surf school offers unique instruction to get you prepared and ready to go! Safety comes first; Our dedication to customer service is extremely important. We want to make your surfing experience as comfortable and as fun as possible.

Surfing Lessons Santa Monica, Malibu, Venice, Los Angeles. Permitted, licensed and insured by the City of Santa Monica. CPR and First-Aid certified. Learn how to surf! Call for pricing.