Where to Book: the 6 Best Newport Beach Surf Lessons

1.Private Surf Lesson Newport Beach, California

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Our pick

Meet your private instructor at 7401 Seashore Drive for a two-hour Newport Beach surf lesson. You’ll receive one-on-one coaching, safety guidance, and equipment, with instruction shaped to your age and ability. Instructors such as Jonathon, Dan, Dave, Andy, and Tyler have helped first-timers catch their first waves.

“Tyler was great! I was determined to learn to surf—tried it a few times prior to my lesson, but couldn’t stand up! Tyler broke down the fundamentals and watched every wave I was on, and was able to coach me with what I was doing wrong when attempting to ride it. It was a great experience and I walked away feeling more confident then when I came in! Definitely going to keep surfing!”

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2.Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $99Best value

Meet Joe at Huntington Beach for a private 75-minute surf lesson. You’ll begin with land-based instruction on surf basics and ocean safety, then practice in the water while Joe coaches you through catching waves and standing up. The lesson is offered in English and suits beginners with moderate fitness.

“Joe is the embodiment of fun. Always keeping things light while keeping instruction coming at the right time. Thanks Joe! I’d recommend a bunch of lessons with Joe. I’m riding!!!!”

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3.Private Surf Lesson in Huntington Beach – Bolsa Chica State Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $160

Meet your English-speaking surf coach at Bolsa Chica State Beach for a two-hour lesson. You’ll spend 20 to 30 minutes learning beach safety, paddling, wave reading, and surf etiquette before heading into the water with a board, wetsuit, and leash. Coaches including Carlos, Grace, and Rod focus on calm, personal instruction.

“It was excellent! Rod was a great instructor. He gave confidence to my kids and it was all time very kind and patient… and after short time … both kids were stand on the surf board!! They really had fun and we as parents looking, enjoyed a great moment. Thank you Rod! Also thank you Carlos fir all time being in contact with us and for suggesting to reschedule the lesson to ensure better “waves” conditions for the kids to learn.”

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4.2 Hour Private Group Surf Lessons in Huntington Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Meet Wavehuggers at 22299 Pacific Coast Highway for a private two-hour surf lesson in Huntington Beach. Your CPR-certified instructor fits the class to your level, teaches footwork on the sand, then coaches you in the water. A surfboard and wetsuit are included, and the session suits beginners through advanced surfers.

“perfect amount of time to learn and practice (and have fun!) instructor was friendly and equipment was clean & quality”

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5.Cali: Surfing Lesson with Local Instructors

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1h 30m · from $130

Meet Cali Surf School at the surf van for a private 90-minute lesson in California’s Pacific waters. Instructor Houtan and the local team tailor coaching to your goals, covering ocean safety, etiquette, board skills, and confidence. Your price includes the board, safety equipment, and photos and videos, but not parking.

“AWESOME!! My 17-year-old Atlanta native son has declared himself a surfer for the past 4 years and finally had the chance to take the waves yesterday afternoon! We made the purchase at 12pm and were at the beach by 5pm. Very accommodating and flexible. He had the wet suit and board ready to go. Ninety minutes later, he felt like a pro and was ready to stay out even longer - he was hooked. I did the park bike rental while they were in the ocean so there are things to do in the area as well. Received photos and videos of the experience after as well. 5-star recommendation all…”

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6.2 Hour Private Group Surf Lessons in San Clemente

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Meet CPR-certified instructors from Wavehuggers at 339 W Paseo De Cristobal in San Clemente for a private two-hour surf lesson. Logan and Brayden have helped young beginners gain confidence in the waves. Your instructor supplies the surfboard and wetsuit, teaches beach footwork, then coaches you in the water.

“Logan did a great job getting our 3 teens out in the surf. He made it simple to meet up and had them suited up and in the water in a few minutes. They were able to get up most of the time and were really riding well by the end, location was perfect. They adjusted our times around the surf and it was well worth it.”

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