Learn to Surf in La Jolla

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San Diego, USA

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

An easy beach break with regular, predictable waves that don’t get too big, La Jolla Shores is one of California’s best destinations for learning to surf. Join an experienced instructor and no more than four other learners on a class that’s good for absolute beginners and intermediates alike. Your class includes your board and an Everyday California rash guard top, with full wetsuits available at an additional charge.

San Diego surfing class on La Jolla Shores, with maximum five in the group
Veteran instructor and small group help you make progress faster
Practice your skills with an hour’s included board rental after the class
Choice of time slots to suit most body clocks

What's Included

All participants get an Everyday California Rash Guard, and surfboard for 90 minute lesson. Guest may keep the equipment for an additional hour after lesson is over to continue surfing.

Lockers are available to store belongs (small items) for $6.00 per locker for the day.
Concessionaire Percentage Fee
Wetsuit

$15.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

2261 Avenida De La Playa, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
All participants must check-in for the activity at our store which is located at 2261 Avenida De La Playa, La Jolla, CA, 92037. Once you arrive at our store, our staff will get you ready, introduce you to your surf instructor and teach you the fundamentals of surfing. Arrive 30 minutes early.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Clare_W

My instructors were super supportive and knowledgeable! I had way more fun than expected and am already ready to book my next surf lesson.

Reviews

4.8

based on 59 reviews

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Loved it!

Clare_W, Apr 2026

My instructors were super supportive and knowledgeable! I had way more fun than expected and am already ready to book my next surf lesson.

Up and surfing

cathy_p, Aug 2025

Easy and fun lessons for my teens. The entire process from check in to finish was great.. The boys learned fast, and were in the water quickly to start surfing. You get another free hour after the leasons to continue, or you could go back another day to redeem.

There was no one else in...

Jordan_M, Jul 2025

There was no one else in my group aside from me and my instructor Kelly, she did a great job showing me the basics and getting me comfortable to hit the waves by myself the next time I go surfing

After one session you’ll feel like a pro!

Creshanna_T, May 2024

Chris and Trevor were amazing instructors! High energy and very patient. Did everything they could to get us catching and riding waves. My spouse and I had a blast. I highly recommend this surf tour but rent the wetsuit and booties.

Excellent Experience

Leticia_R, Mar 2024

We went to San Diego to get the full beach experience and this was amazing! Devan was super helpful and easy to talk to and Brandon at the shop was more than accommodating. We’ll definitely be back!

The instructor was very...

Heather_O, Sep 2022

The instructor was very sweet and helped my kids with the basics and made them feel very comfortable for their first time ever surfing

Kids surfing

Alex_R, Jul 2022

Kids had a great time. The third time they have surfed and the first in California. Nate was a great with the group of 5 participants. The walk to the beach was quite a distance from the check in spot so plan for that or driving down if you need to. Parking is challenging in the area so plan plenty of time.

Five stars and beyond

Nicholas_F, May 2022

The customer service for the entire day. I inadvertently scheduled the wrong day and they corrected my mistake with the most professionalism. The surf instructor was top notch and the small group made the experience even better.

Great experience

Julia_B, Mar 2022

Great experience! Wonderful instructors! All 3 kids were able to successful stand up on their surf boards!

Sloppy teaching, disappointed

Elijah_P, Aug 2021

Our couch, Very slow, took us almost 25 minutes of lesson time just walking to the surfing location. The lesson time did not match the length that website described. Not professional at all!! Did not learn too many things at all. For the price we paid, not worthy at all. Terrible experience, pricy charge, sloppy teaching, disappointing 😣

So so happy we went

Patricia, Aug 2021

With Covid lessons where out off a year so when we finally had an opportunity we took advantage of it. My 15 yr old son took a group lesson with Riley and it was perfect. Riley had a group of four and showed patience, knowledge and strong experience and gave everyone his time and attention. We enjoyed it so much we are scheduling another visit. Everyone there at the center is sweet, professional. There are lockers to store things and a place to change. Go you won’t be disappointed.