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Great experience with my...
Great experience with my partner and my 11 and 15-year-old children. Clear explanations, we had a lot of fun and we even managed to stand on the board several times. I really recommend this experience.
Private Surfing Lesson in Santa Monica
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $125 / person
- Location
- Santa Monica, United States
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 49 reviews
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Fun Surf LA
- Meeting point
- We will meet you on the right side of the parking lot off Bicknell Ave. Once you enter the parking lot turn right and you will see the blue surf school bus with pink FUN SURF LA logo on it.
Description
Experience the excitement of surfing with one of the top rated surf schools in Los Angeles! With our private surf classes you will get the best quality surfing lesson. All our lead instructors are certified and have years of experience teaching worldwide. The lessons are held in the remote part of Venice Beach - one of the most reknown and iconic Californian beaches. Our private classes are great for students of all levels. If it's your first time surfing or you just recently started, our instructors will provide you with the detailed land lesson and make sure that you are confortable with the surfboard before taking you in the water. If you are already experienced and are looking to advance your skills, you can go straight to the line up wth the instructor coaching and supervising you throughout the entire lesson. Quality and your safety are our top priorities. We guarantee you the best surfing experience possible!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 12
- Adult (ages 7+)
- $125
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $160.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Wetsuits
Surfboards
Not included
Photos
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
49 reviews
How it compares in Santa Monica
- No. 13 by number of reviews among 139 tours in Santa Monica
- Starting price $125 is 33% above the typical $94 for tours of similar length in Santa Monica
Excurgo comparison of 139 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Surfing Lesson in Santa Monica take?
Private Surfing Lesson in Santa Monica lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Private Surfing Lesson in Santa Monica cost?
Prices start at $125 per person for this Santa Monica experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $160. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Surfing Lesson in Santa Monica run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM.
Can I cancel Private Surfing Lesson in Santa Monica for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will meet you on the right side of the parking lot off Bicknell Ave. Once you enter the parking lot turn right and you will see the blue surf school bus with pink FUN SURF LA logo on it. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 4 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Surfing Lesson in Santa Monica worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 49 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Fun Surf LA.
Reviews(49)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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The directions for the...
The directions for the meeting spot were wrong so we started late since I had to contact the tour operator via the app. Our surf instructor was nice and detailed but rather low energy; we ended up finishing early since the waves were rough and my kids were tired.
Operator response
Hi Noreen, Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your experience did not fully meet your expectations. We’d like to clarify that the meeting instructions provided before the lesson included the correct meeting location, detailed directions, and our direct phone number. Once we were contacted, we responded immediately and helped you find the group. Regarding the lesson length, safety is always our top priority. Ocean conditions were more challenging that day, and since your children became tired, the instructor adjusted the session accordingly to ensure a safe and positive experience. We appreciate your comments and wish you and your family all the best.
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Great experience!
Great experience for my teenager. Cat was a wonderful instructor, and I’m glad we signed up to do this.
3
Cool experience in LA
Very funny, to try! The instructor explained well and managed to get us on the board. It's not as simple as it might sound!
J
Pepe was great 10/10....
Pepe was great 10/10. Started with some movement coaching on the beach and then moved on to surf. Great experience.
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Excellent
Rough conditions but was able to pop up a few times. Good coaching!! Brito area but didn’t see the water pollution readings till after!!
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your experience! 🌊 We're glad to hear that you were able to pop up a few times despite the rough conditions and that the coaching helped! We understand your concern about the water pollution readings, and we always strive to provide a safe and enjoyable experience. We hope to see you again for another session soon, with better conditions next time! 🏄♂️✨
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Laugh a lot!
Hands down the best surfing lessons ever. Our instructor Jonathan, I hope I’m spelling his name correctly, was amazing. He was fun and he laughed with us. He laughed at us while we were laughing. All together it was an amazing experience and I would recommend it for anyone!
Operator response
Thank you for the fantastic review! 🌊 We're so glad to hear that you had the best surfing lessons with Jonathan! It sounds like you had a lot of fun, and we love that he made the experience both enjoyable and memorable. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you back for more waves and laughs soon! 🏄♂️✨
J
Awesome experience
Johnathan was great and super patience with the kids. It was super cold but it was that time of year. Highly recommend!
Operator response
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Jonathan was patient and made the experience enjoyable for the kids. We know it can get chilly at certain times of the year, but we're glad it didn't take away from the fun! We hope to see you again for another lesson soon.
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Amazing time!
Hey! I had a class with Johnathan, it was amazing! He was very professional, responsible and funny at the same time. He showed me techniques and than we turned it into practice in the water. It was great experience and super fun time. I recommend class with Johnathan to whoever wants to learn how to surf with chill and safe atmosphere.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had an amazing time with Jonathan. His approach to combining professionalism with a fun and safe atmosphere truly makes all the difference. We appreciate you recommending the class and are glad you enjoyed your experience! Hope to see you back on the waves soon!
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Family surf lesson
Jonathan was a great instructor! He was attentive in his instructions to each person, made sure we all got up on the boards and kept us laughing!!
Operator response
It sounds like Jonathan really made the lesson fun and engaging! It's great when an instructor can balance giving detailed instructions while keeping the mood light and enjoyable. Glad to hear you had such a great time surfing!
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