Small Group Surf Lesson
Learn the basics of surfing and have fun in the waves with an instructor with your friends.
Service Description
Our small group surf lessons are the perfect way to learn in a fun, safe, and supportive setting with your friends or family. With a maximum of three participants per instructor, you’ll get hands-on coaching and personal attention throughout your session—no experience needed. Lessons take place at Crescent Bay Park, 2000 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405, just south of the lifeguard tower at Bay Street Beach. A location pin and checklist will be sent after booking. 🏄 What to Expect: * A 15-minute beach warm-up covering safety, pop-up form, ocean awareness, and marine wildlife tips (including the “stingray shuffle”) * Personalized surf instruction in the water, with real-time coaching and optional hands-on assistance for positioning and takeoffs * All gear is provided, including soft-top surfboards, wetsuits, and rash guards—you're welcome to bring your own if preferred * Each group lesson is adapted to the people participating. Depending on group size and experience, some parts of the lesson may take longer or shorter. Your instructor will adjust the pace to make sure everyone learns, progresses, and has fun. 🧳 What to Bring to Your Small Group Surf Lesson: * A reusable water bottle * Towel * Sunscreen (reef-safe preferred) * Swimsuit (worn under the wetsuit) * Sandals or flip-flops * A change of clothes if you’d like to dry off after We also recommend arriving a few minutes early so you’re ready to go right at the scheduled start time. 🔒 Belongings & Storage: We provide a safe, designated spot for you to store your personal belongings during the lesson. While we always keep an eye on gear, we recommend bringing only essentials and leaving valuables at home when possible. ⚠️ Important Notes: * Surfing involves real risks—including contact with boards, waves, wildlife (e.g., sting rays), and other participants. By joining, you acknowledge and accept these risks as outlined in our waiver * Basic swimming ability and general physical health are required * Each participant must sign a waiver before the lesson begins. Adults must sign individually; parents or guardians must sign for any minors * Instructors may use hands-on assistance to support safety and technique * We do not provide medical or accident insurance—participants are responsible for any medical costs that may arise
Cancellation Policy
Late Arrivals (Small Group Lessons): If a client is 15 minutes late, the lesson will continue without them if other participants are present. If the client is the only one scheduled, we will wait up to 30 minutes. We will make an effort to contact the client if they are late. Late Arrivals (Private Lessons): We will wait up to 45 minutes for a client. Any lesson that reaches the maximum wait time will be canceled and not refunded. Cancellations: * 48 hours before the lesson: 50% refund. * Under 24 hours: No refund. * Weather-related cancellations: Full refund or reschedule. * Reschedules under 24 hours: No refund. * Emergency Situations: A refund may be provided with substantial evidence (e.g., doctor's note, insurance claim, etc.).
Contact Details
8088566766
smsurfohana@gmail.com
28 Bicknell Ave Santa Monica, CA 90401