J
Cool course, was fun
Nice surf instructor. Has well explained & provided great support (we were only 3 people though). Tip: Booking in the morning is not so windy and easier for beginners.
Shared 2 Hour Small Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $85 / person
- Location
- Santa Monica, United States
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 144 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- 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
We are a FUN SURF LA surf school based on Venice Beach. Our goal is for you to have an excellent experience surfing, whether it's your first time trying surfing or you are trying to advance your skills. For the first 30-40 minutes we will be training on the beach - then it’s one hour with the instructors in the ocean. The remaining time is yours to practice your skills and have fun with the surfboards that we provide you. We’ll be giving lessons on Venice Beach - one of the most famous beaches in California. You’ll be able to not only enjoy the ocean and get surfing experience, but also explore the unique spirit of the eccentric cultural hub of Venice Beach.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 12–70)
- $85
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Wetsuits
Surfboards
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
144 reviews
How it compares in Santa Monica
- No. 6 by number of reviews among 139 tours in Santa Monica
- Starting price $85 is close to the typical $94 for tours of similar length in Santa Monica
Excurgo comparison of 139 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Basic swimming skills required
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 Shared 2 Hour Small Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica take?
Shared 2 Hour Small Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Shared 2 Hour Small Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica cost?
Prices start at $85 per person for this Santa Monica experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Shared 2 Hour Small Group Surf 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 Shared 2 Hour Small Group Surf 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.
What languages is Shared 2 Hour Small Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Shared 2 Hour Small Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 144 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Fun Surf LA.
Reviews(144)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
R
Great surf lesson
Great surf lesson. Good waves. Easy to find. Highly recommend. Good teacher. Small group. Good advice for beginners and intermediates.
K
Exceptional
Absolutely wonderful group of instructors! They were so friendly and informative. Jackson was our main instructor and he was truly wonderful. My daughter and I had never been surfing and because of this experience I can’t wait to go again. I would highly recommend this amazing experience!
C
Highly Recommend It
My kids had a wonderful time! Peter, the instructor, was very positive and took his time with each person in the class. We highly recommend it.
H
They started late and...
They started late and finished early. Closer to one and a half hours. Instructor barely got in the water. Was mostly watching from afar.
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience didn't meet expectations, particularly regarding the timing and instructor's involvement. We strive to provide a high-quality experience for all guests, and your comments will help us improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to offer you a more enjoyable lesson in the future.
H
Best Surf Lesson ever!
The Surf Lesson in Santa Monica was very, very cool! Thanks to Melanie from Fun Surf LA, we now have a newfound passion!
Operator response
Vielen Dank für das tolle Feedback! 🌊 Wir freuen uns riesig, dass euch die Surf-Lektion in Santa Monica so gefallen hat und dass Melanie von Fun Surf LA euch zu einer neuen Leidenschaft inspiriert hat! Hoffentlich sehen wir euch bald wieder auf den Wellen! 🏄♂️✨
R
Santa Monica Amazing Surfing experience
Our coach is so kind and patient, and the beach the sunshine the view are amazing. btw surfing is so challenging I love it. 体验真的很不错！
Operator response
Thank you for the wonderful review! 🌊 We're so happy to hear that you had an amazing experience with your kind and patient coach, and that you enjoyed the beautiful beach, sunshine, and views. Surfing is definitely challenging, but it’s great to hear you love it! Hope to see you back for more fun on the waves soon! 🏄♂️✨
S
Wowww amazing experience
Nico was an excellent teacher ! Had an amazing experience. It was out first time doing surf and it goes amazing.
Operator response
Thank you for the fantastic review! 🌊 We're so glad to hear that Nico made your first surfing experience amazing. It's great that everything went so well, and we hope you continue to ride the waves! Looking forward to having you back for more fun on the water! 🏄♂️✨
V
Great experience
Great first experience learning how to surf. Melanie was a great instructor and many of us were able to get up on the board and surf a few waves
Operator response
Thank you for the fantastic review! 🌊 We’re so glad you had a great first surfing experience and that Melanie helped you all get up on the board to catch some waves. We hope to see you back soon for more surfing fun! 🏄♂️✨
E
Memorable experience for teen!
The price was right and my 18 year old granddaughter took the lesson. Instruction was given on land but she was pretty much left on her own in the water. There were 6 individuals for one instructor and everyone was so spread out in the water and quite a ways out. I know it wasn’t easy for the instructor but he stayed on one end while my granddaughter on the other end could have used some advice, being her first time. She loved it though so that made it worthwhile.
Operator response
Thanks for your review! There are safety distance rules which not allow to be close to each other to make sure people won't hit each other with the boards. Therefore our instructors always advise all the participants to come to them to get pushed as it's hard to move into the water between 6 participants since it's not a private lesson and you share the instructor with another participants.
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