Private Surf Lesson at Fletchers Cove, Solana Beach

Catch your first wave with a professional surfer teaching you one-on-one

A private surf lesson at Fletchers Cove in Solana Beach pairs you with a trained professional instructor for 1.5 to 2 hours of one-on-one teaching in the water. You'll learn surfing fundamentals from the basics up, with a surfboard and wetsuit provided. The lesson is taught in English and welcomes children from age 6.

The experience

You'll meet your instructor at Fletchers Cove, a beach break in Solana Beach where the conditions suit beginners learning to read the water and pop up on the board. The lesson runs 1.5 to 2 hours depending on how quickly you're picking it up and what the swell is doing that day. Your instructor, a trained local professional, teaches the fundamentals of surfing from the ground up: how to position yourself on the board, how to paddle, how to time the wave, and how to stand. Water safety is the priority, so you'll start in the shallows and work outward as you gain confidence.

The surfboard and wetsuit are included, so you show up ready to get in the water. Public transportation options are available near the beach if you're not driving. Children can join from age 6, and the one-on-one format means the pace and focus stay on what you need to learn that day.

What’s included

• Surfboard and wetsuit.
• private instruction from a trained professional surfer.
• one-on-one teaching for 1.5 to 2 hours.
• lesson taught in English.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day23 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 19:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (19 to 70 years) · Youth (14 to 18 years) · Child (6 to 13 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Ride Solana Beach

Is this one for you?The lesson is physically active (you'll be paddling, standing up repeatedly, and spending time in the water), so a moderate level of fitness helps you get the most out of it. If you're new to the ocean or surfing, the one-on-one format and shallow start mean you can build confidence at your own pace without the pressure of a group lesson.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (14 to 18 years); Child (6 to 13 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

Is this lesson really just me and the instructor, or will there be other students in the water?

It's a private lesson, so it's you and your instructor one-on-one in the water for the full session.

What do I need to bring, and what's included in the lesson?

The surfboard and wetsuit are provided. Bring a towel, sunscreen, and a change of clothes. Public restrooms are available at the beach.

I've never surfed before, is this lesson designed for complete beginners?

Yes, the lesson teaches surfing fundamentals from the start, so no prior experience is needed. Your instructor will adjust the teaching to your pace.

What happens if the waves are too small or too rough on the day of my lesson?

Fletchers Cove is a beginner-friendly break, and your instructor will assess conditions that morning and adjust the lesson accordingly to keep it safe and productive.