2h of Private Surf Lesson for Beginners in Santa Monica
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Most surf schools will get you to stand up your first time surfing. They all say so. And for your typical surf instructor, it’s easy to get someone on their feet. Here at our Surf School, we teach you how to actually read & ride a wave, starting from your very first lesson. Reading waves and knowing where to be are the most crucial aspects of surfing. Fostering the knowledge of the ocean is how you truly develop the ability to become a real surfer. That being said, if surfing is something you want to kick off the bucket list or to do on vacation with friends or family, no one on our team has taught this sport for less than 5 years. Our focus is getting you to surf not just anywhere on the wave, but on the best, most fun part of the wave. We are 100% the only surf school that custom-makes their boards (made in California) specifically for optimal learning as a beginner or intermediate. We have the warmest, cared for wetsuits, and we're all American Red Cross certified!
Inclusions
What's included
- Use of SCUBA equipment
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 25 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Showing reviews written in English.
5BASS is BEST
Jake and his staff were amazing! We couldn't think of any better way to be Californian than to have the kids surf. We are from Florida - and it was the kids first visit to the west coast. While I had researched different surf schools prior to our trip, we opted for flexibility in our schedule and didn't book anything prior to our arrival. We saw BASS set up on the beach for their summer camp. And even though we met Jake at about 3pm, after having taught a whole day of camp, he put in full effort to teach my kiddos how to surf for over 2 hours...at the LAST minute. He was incredibly knowledgeable, showed safety in each step, and had a great time! He knew my kids names, worked to make sure they got the most of their time, recognized their personalities immediately and had big smiles on all their faces at the end. Jake's incredible partner even agreed to come and help with the lesson with no notice. The entire time the kids were surfing, they were swimming back and forth between the kids to keep them moving (we had a 2 to 1 - student to teacher ratio). I'm super impressed and so glad we 'ran' into him on the beach.
5Perfect!
I wouldn't change a thing! Despite the minor language barrier, I felt incredibly comfortable. Jake, my instructor, did an excellent job explaining the basics. Thanks to his tips and tricks, I went from being a complete beginner who had never set foot on a surfboard to catching my own waves and surfing independently after just 3 lessons! :) I had a blast and always felt secure.
5Perfect Conditions
2 hours of fun and learning - expert tuition and a great bloke - Cheers Jake - good luck in all that you do ! Stephen and Jimmy
5Loved it! Highly recommended
I’ve always dreamed of learning how to surf and since taking a few lessons with Badass Surf I can honestly say my surfing has improved every single time. Every class I’ve stood up on the board, started learning to read waves, and left with a big smile on my face. If you’re looking for supportive and knowledgeable instructors who will help you every step of the way, this is the place to go. Super grateful for Jake and his team of instructors, couldn’t be happier with my experience!
5Awesome!
Legit. They were on time, clear instructions on where to meet, brought all the gear, gave a good lesson on wave timing, pop ups, and swimming out. Then it was into the water with great supervision but enough freedom and flexibility to go for it and really learn by practicing. Throughout, we felt well taken care of and safe. It was sad when the lesson ended but we’ll be back for sure.
5Can’t wait to come back!
Had a blast taking a lesson with BASS with Jake. Myself and three friends went out on a Saturday am and learned the basics of surfing / safety on land before each getting into the water individually for our first ride. Everyone stood up and caught numerous waves. We had a great day. Can’t wait for our next lesson!
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Look for the classic blue VW bus with our name on it! PARKING: use the smaller short-term lot on the north side of the lot for $1 an hour (two hours max). There is also a general lot for the entire day if you’d prefer.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Badass Surf School
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Santa Monica
- Its from-price is 112% above the median of the 175 experiences we list in Santa Monica.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 33 of 175.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Santa Monica
Santa Monica is a seaside city beside Los Angeles, known for its pier and Ferris wheel, wide beach, clifftop park and pedestrian shopping street.
Santa Monica sits on the Pacific coast at the western edge of Los Angeles, with a wide beach below a line of palm-topped bluffs. Its pier, built in 1909, carries a small amusement park with a solar-powered Ferris wheel, a carousel and arcades, and a sign marks the western end of Route 66. Palisades Park runs along the clifftop with ocean views.
Top-ranked sights in Santa Monica: Santa Monica Beach and Pier, Third Street Promenade, Marvin Braude Bike Trail.
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