Top San Diego Craft Classes

Do something different with your time in San Diego by taking part in this private hands-on cigar rolling workshop. Don’t worry about bringing anything with you, as all tools and materials are provided. During your class, learn top tips from expert cigar rollers as well as fascinating insights on the history of the craft that most travelers usually miss out on.

Get to know the wide world of beer in San Diego's hip North Park neighborhood. You'll be guided by a local beer expert to learn about different styles of beer, how to properly pair foods and beer, what it takes to start a successful brewery, and the brewing process. We'll walk into about 3 or 4 craft breweries to taste local beers, have some snacks, and talk beer. This tour is open to anyone, beer nerds or not.

Unlock the secrets of radiant skin at a Gua Sha Self-Care Workshop in San Diego, led by skincare expert Lini. This intimate session invites you to learn essential techniques to release jaw tension, sculpt cheekbones, and integrate ancient beauty rituals into your daily life. Participants will discover the art of using Gua Sha tools, including the perfect oil application and pressure for glowing results. Enjoy hands-on guidance, complimentary refreshments, and the opportunity to purchase exclusive skincare products post-workshop for continued self-care at home.

Learn the basics of surfing in San Diego at a beach with gentle waves that are perfect for beginners. This semi-private surf lesson has a low student-to-instructor ratio for personalized attention from a highly trained team. Start on the beach to get a handle on surf essentials like safety, paddling, standing up, and wave etiquette, and then head out into the waves to put your new skills into practice.

Bring a towel and swimsuit down to Cass St in San Diego, and be ready to hang ten. Join this small group surf lesson with some of the best instructors in town to have a great time on the water. Surfing is one of San Diego’s most popular sports, so don’t have a chance to get out there and try it. After, the rest of the day is yours to explore as you like.

Why You’ll Love This Experience A journey of scent, self-expression, and self-care. At Lini Skinfood, we believe fragrance is personal — it’s memory, mood, and magic all in one. Discover the art of perfume-making while connecting with your senses and intuition. Unlike traditional perfume workshops that use synthetic ingredients, you’ll work with clean, natural botanicals and skin-loving oils, hand-picked for their beauty and wellness benefits. Your creation isn’t just a scent — it’s a body oil perfume that nourishes your skin while leaving a lasting aroma unique to you. What makes it special: Personalization: Every scent is one-of-a-kind — no two blends are the same. Guided by Lini: A skincare artisan and scent curator who blends beauty, wellness, and creativity into every moment. You’ll leave not only with your own custom body oil perfume, but also a sense of calm, inspiration, and confidence — the kind that lingers long after the scent fades.

If you're new to surfing, get abundant attention from an instructor with a private surf lesson in San Diego. The customized session is geared toward each individual's age and experience to help get you paddling and standing up as soon as possible. Get comfortable with basics of wave safety, positioning, and surf etiquette right on the beach before heading out to try catching your first waves.