Venice Beach Surf School: Learn to Surf

Join Santa Monica Surf School for group surf lessons on Venice Beach. Explore the vibrant and eccentric culture of Venice while learning to ride the waves. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 20 Bicknell Ave - Our group lessons last for 2 hours and consist of 20–30 minutes of training on the beach and 50–60 minutes with the instructors in the water. The remaining time is yours to practice your skills and have fun with the surfboards we provide.
    Group lessons are suitable for students of beginner-intermediate levels, with a minimum age…
What's Included
  • Wetsuits
  • Surfboards
Additional Information

Located on Venice Beach, our surf school is dedicated to providing an outstanding surfing experience for everyone, whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your skills. The session begins with 30–40 minutes of beach training, followed by an hour in the ocean with our instructors. Afterward, you have the opportunity to practice and enjoy the…

Location
20 Bicknell Ave
Bicknell Avenue
We will meet you at 20 Bicknell Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401. We will meet you on the right side of the parking lot off Bicknell Ave. Once you enter the parking lot, turn right, and you will see a white Ford E-250 van.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Audreyfn4404pd
May 5, 2025
Great Waves! - Peter and steven were fantastic!!! It was so much fun and great for beginners! Even with cold weather we had the best time!
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Zoeas3803fm
May 5, 2025
Surfing lesson in Santa Monica - We had Peter and Steven as instructors. They were so informative. We had a great time! We definitely would come back again for another lesson!!
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Parker_s
Aug 10, 2024
Good surf lesson w/ practice time - Nico was an awesome, down to earth surf instructor. Good value for the lesson. Genuinely recommend this to those wanting to learn.
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Stevekropp45
Jul 5, 2024
Great 1st Time Surfing Experience - My son and I enjoyed our surfing lessons today. The instructor was friendly and easy to follow. Although my surfing skills were not good, my 18 year old son did great! We’d recommend. Just note that it’s more difficult than it looks.
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From $69
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).