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Santa Monica Surfing Lesson

4.9 10 experiences from US$ 69 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

9 of 10 run daily · first departure 08:00, last 16:00 · live guides in 5 languages · most take 2h

Our top 3 of 10 experiences

Santa Monica Beginner Surf Lesson 1.5 Hr ExperienceOur pick
from · per personUS$ 140
Surf Lesson Santa Monica: Learn in Small Groups on Venice BeachBest value
from · per personUS$ 85
2-Hour Surf Lesson in Santa Monica: Learn to Ride Waves★ Top rated
from · per personUS$ 145

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Santa Monica Beginner Surf Lesson 1.5 Hr Experience
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Santa Monica Beginner Surf Lesson 1.5 Hr ExperienceLearn to surf in Santa Monica with a 1.5 hour lesson, all gear included. Perfect for beginners. Local instructors, real surf culture, and good vibes.Every day · From age 6★ 4.97 (148)1h 30m✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 140per person
Surf Lesson Santa Monica: Learn in Small Groups on Venice Beach
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Surf Lesson Santa Monica: Learn in Small Groups on Venice BeachLearn to surf at Venice Beach with a 2-hour small group lesson, guided instruction in the water, and all equipment provided to catch your first waves.Every day · First departure 08:00, last 14:00 · From age 12★ 4.81 (144)2hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
2-Hour Surf Lesson in Santa Monica: Learn to Ride Waves
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2-Hour Surf Lesson in Santa Monica: Learn to Ride WavesLearn to surf in Santa Monica with a professional instructor, surfboard and wetsuit included. The first 30 minutes covers technique on the beach.Every day · From age 6★ 5.00 (96)2hEN · PT✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 145per person
Santa Monica Surfing Lesson: Learn from Certified Instructors
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Santa Monica Surfing Lesson: Learn from Certified InstructorsPrivate surf lessons in Santa Monica with a certified instructor. Two-hour sessions on Venice Beach teach beginners or refine your technique with provided equipment.Every day · First departure 08:00, last 14:00 · From age 7★ 4.88 (49)2h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
Private Surf Lesson for Beginners in Santa Monica: 2 Hours
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Private Surf Lesson for Beginners in Santa Monica: 2 HoursLearn to surf in Santa Monica with a private two-hour lesson from a live instructor using custom beginner boards and beach wave-reading instruction.Every day · Pickup optional · From age 3★ 5.00 (25)2hEN · PT · FR · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 285per person
Private Surfing Lesson Venice Beach: 2-Hour Class for All Levels
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Private Surfing Lesson Venice Beach: 2-Hour Class for All LevelsPrivate surfing lesson in Venice Beach with certified instructor, wetsuits and board included. One-on-one coaching tailored to your skill level, from beginner to advanced.Every day · First departure 08:00, last 14:00 · From age 7★ 5.00 (10)2hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 99per person
2-Hour Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica: Learn in the Ocean
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2-Hour Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica: Learn in the OceanGroup surf lesson in Santa Monica with 20–40 minutes of beach training, then an hour in the water with instructors. Foam boards and wetsuits included.Every day · First departure 08:00, last 14:00 · From age 12★ 4.43 (7)2hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 69per person
Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica: Learn to Ride Waves
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Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica: Learn to Ride WavesGroup surf lesson in Santa Monica with certified instructors, surfboard and wetsuit included.Every day · First departure 08:00, last 16:00 · From age 4★ 5.00 (1)1h 30mEN · PT · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
Private Surfing Lesson Santa Monica: Learn to Surf in 2 Hours
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Private Surfing Lesson Santa Monica: Learn to Surf in 2 HoursTake a private 2-hour surf lesson on Santa Monica Beach with an experienced Aqua Surf School instructor who provides all equipment and personalized coaching.Every day · 08:00, 10:00 and 12:00 · From age 4★ 5.00 (1)2hEN · DE · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 145per person
Santa Monica to Malibu Surf Experience with Lunch Included
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Santa Monica to Malibu Surf Experience with Lunch IncludedFive hours surfing the Pacific Coast Highway with two legendary breaks, all gear provided, small groups of six max, and a private beach lunch.Every day except Monday and Friday · 09:00 · From age 3★ 5.00 (1)5hEN · PT · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 175per person

All 10 options, side by side

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OptionPriceDurationRatingDays and timesGuide languages
Santa Monica Beginner Surf Lesson 1.5 Hr ExperienceOur pick
US$ 140 per person
1h 30m4.97★ · 148Every day—
Surf Lesson Santa Monica: Learn in Small Groups on Venice BeachBest value
US$ 85 per person
2h4.81★ · 144Every day · First departure 08:00, last 14:00English
2-Hour Surf Lesson in Santa Monica: Learn to Ride WavesTop rated
US$ 145 per person
2h5.00★ · 96Every dayEnglish, Portuguese
Santa Monica Surfing Lesson: Learn from Certified Instructors
US$ 125 per person
2h4.88★ · 49Every day · First departure 08:00, last 14:00—
Private Surf Lesson for Beginners in Santa Monica: 2 Hours
US$ 285 per person
2h5.00★ · 25Every dayEnglish, Spanish, French +1
Private Surfing Lesson Venice Beach: 2-Hour Class for All Levels
US$ 99 per person
2h5.00★ · 10Every day · First departure 08:00, last 14:00English, Spanish
2-Hour Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica: Learn in the Ocean
US$ 69 per person
2h4.43★ only 7 reviewsEvery day · First departure 08:00, last 14:00English
Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica: Learn to Ride Waves
US$ 85 per person
1h 30m5.00★ only 1 reviewEvery day · First departure 08:00, last 16:00English, Spanish, Portuguese
Private Surfing Lesson Santa Monica: Learn to Surf in 2 Hours
US$ 145 per person
2h5.00★ only 1 reviewEvery day · 08:00, 10:00 and 12:00English, German, Spanish
Santa Monica to Malibu Surf Experience with Lunch Included
US$ 175 per person
5h5.00★ only 1 reviewEvery day except Monday and Friday · 09:00English, Spanish, Portuguese

Santa Monica Surfing Lesson at a glance

Real price per person across the 10 options: US$ 69–US$ 285 (median US$ 125). With 100+ reviews: 2 of 10.

Of the 10 options: 10 with free cancellation, 10 with instant confirmation, 1 with hotel pickup, 4 kid-friendly, 3 private and 7 bookable last-minute.

How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.

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