San Diego Surf School | San Diego Surf Lessons

We were in San Diego for vacation with my 6 teenagers, all new to surfing. We scheduled a 90 minute lesson and it was fabulous. Every kid but one was standing up, riding waves by the end of the lesson. The instructor, James, was incredible! If you want to learn to surf 🏄‍♀️ book a lesson here! So much fun!!!

This is a MUST for your San Diego vacation or to get a skillful entry to surfing. Our group included 43 year olds (2), a 14yo and a 10yo. All of us stood up, caught tons of waves, and had a terrific group of instructors! Many thanks to Lily, Max, Zach, and Cannon!! We will do this again when we are back! From start to finish, it was amazing and we are exhausted!

I attended a 5-day adult surf camp at the Ocean Beach location in July and I’m proud to say, I can now ride some waves! The instructors are incredible. They go at your pace, are extremely attentive but chill, and give really helpful tips/pointers after observing you. I felt real progression with each attempt to catch a wave and had the best time. Thank you so much, Neil, Kaleo, Laura, Sarah, and Thomas!

An Incredible Surf Experience! We had an absolutely amazing experience at San Diego Surf School!From start to finish, everything was organized, welcoming, and full of positive energy. John, our instructor, was incredible, patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about teaching surfing. What stood out most was John’s enthusiasm and encouragement. He celebrates every small win and creates such a fun, motivating atmosphere that makes you want to keep going. I can’t recommend this surf school enough. I’ll definitely be back for more lessons! 🌊🏄‍♀️

I had an incredible experience learning to surf with Ken and Ben. From the moment the lesson started, it was clear that these two genuinely love what they do—and that passion is contagious. This wasn’t just a job for them; you could feel how much they wanted to share their love for the sport and help me succeed. Both Ken and Ben were patient, encouraging, and incredibly knowledgeable. They explained everything clearly, kept the energy positive, and created an environment where I felt both supported and challenged in the best way. I learned a ton in just one session—far more than I expected—and it’s entirely because of how skilled they are as teachers. If you’re looking for instructors who are truly invested in your progress, who take pride in their work, and who make the entire experience unforgettable, Ken and Ben are exceptional. I can’t recommend them highly enough. This was hands down one of the best lessons I’ve taken in any sport.

Kiddo loved it! He was brand new to surfing and got a bit overwhelmed by the ocean etc the first day. He even chose to sit out for a few mins, but the instructors were terrific. Kindly checking in on him. Once he was ready again, they helped get him going again and he was good to go the rest of the week. It was a great opportunity for him to face a challenge and overcome it.

Got a gift card for my birthday, and I booked four 1 on 1 lessons with Tate and he's an excellent instructor! I went from a total beginner to being able to get up many times...and had a blast. It was tough at first and I was struggling quite a bit to stand. Tate is very knowledgeable and patient and wants to see you learn and do well out there. If you're just starting out, don't get discouraged, tell yourself you can do it, ask good questions, and make it happen. I'm going to be a lifelong surfer now and am extremely grateful for the lessons. 100% would recommend the San Diego Surf School. -Ryan McD

Amazing surf lesson with Zack Kahler! He’s an awesome instructor – explains everything clearly, makes you feel comfortable right away, and keeps the vibe super fun while you’re learning. I really appreciated his energy and the patience. I didn’t think I’d be able to stand up on the board during my first lesson, but thanks to him, I did! Highly recommend this experience – can’t wait to get back in the water!

My granddaughter took a lesson recently at the Ocean Beach facility . She was provided with thirty minutes of safety information and instruction on land , then sixty minutes of time on the board with the assistance of the two instructors . By the time she finished she was able to bet up on the board and ride independently on several occasions . She loved the experience .

San Diego Surf School is GREAT. The trainers are so encouraging and really do all they can to ensure a great experience. Shout out to Nolie who was awesome!