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Santa Monica Surf Lesson 2 hr

7.2

Average

144 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

Santa Monica
2 hrs
Updated November 2, 2026

Learn surf basics on Venice Beach, then head into the ocean with instructors and practice your skills during this two-hour lesson.

About this tour

Trade the shoreline for the waves with a small-group Santa Monica surf lesson, taught by the FUN SURF LA team near Venice Beach. Whether you’re trying surfing for the first time or building on existing skills, this two-hour session gives you time to learn, get in the water, and practice.

Begin with 30–40 minutes of beach training, then head into the ocean for about an hour with instructors. Wetsuits and surfboards are provided, and you’ll have the remaining lesson time to work on your skills. The setting is Venice Beach, a famous California stretch of coast known for its distinctive local culture.

Meet on the right side of the parking lot off Bicknell Ave, beside the blue surf school bus with the pink FUN SURF LA logo. Bring basic swimming skills and be ready for a physically active experience. Book your Santa Monica surf lesson and discover the fun of catching a wave.

Highlights

Learn surf basics on the beach before heading into the ocean
Practice your new skills with surfboards provided
Experience the lively beach culture of Venice Beach

What's included

Included

Wetsuits
Surfboards

Ratings on each provider

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Viator

4.81 / 5 · 144 reviews

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Important information

Minimum age: 12 years
Basic swimming skills required
Moderate physical fitness recommended
Service animals allowed
Public transportation is available nearby
Meet on the right side of the parking lot off Bicknell Ave, by the blue surf school bus with the pink FUN SURF LA logo

Frequently asked questions

How long is the surf lesson?

The lesson lasts 120 minutes.

What is the lesson structure?

Start with 30–40 minutes of beach training, followed by about one hour in the ocean with instructors. Use the remaining time to practice.

What equipment is provided?

Wetsuits and surfboards are provided.

What is the minimum age?

Participants must be at least 12 years old.

Do I need swimming experience?

Basic swimming skills and a moderate level of physical fitness are required.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.81 from 144 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Santa Monica

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Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.2.

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GetYourGuide
Viator

9.1