Beginner Surf Lessons At Stinson Beach

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

This is a 2 hour beginner group lesson that covers surfing fundamentals, etiquette, safety, wave dynamics, paddling skills, surfboard positioning, maneuvering, proper stand-up and riding techniques.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Group Activity

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

During this 2 hour lesson we begin on the beach teaching you about ocean safety, board position, and practicing different styles of pop ups. After the beach we head into the water for the remainder of the lesson. The coach(es) will be active in helping push you into waves, coaching you dependent on your skills, and teaching you more about ocean safety and wave selection. **Please note that this group lesson requires a 3 participant minimum, if that is not met you will be notified with 24 hour notice and receive a full refund.

What‘s Included

Surf Instruction

Equipment Rental ($15-$50)

Options

Start Times

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Excellent tour!! Great location and scenic drive!!!
Edna B,May 29, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00
Loved this tour!! Cecelia was extremely helpful and knowledgeable!! She was very hands on and helped every step of the way!!! Excellent tour a must do!! Stinson Beach is a must and the drive is absolutely scenic and gorgeous!!!! I would do this tour again!!!
Perfect introduction to surfing!
Sarah W,Mar 14, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a great introduction to surfing! My 22 year old son has dreamed about surfing since he was 5. So, when we signed him up on a whim for a 2-hour lesson during our family trip to California, we thought he'd have fun, but I think Nicki and the wonderful crew at Marin Outdoor may have gotten him hooked for life! The instruction provided got him up and on the board in no time. The water was really cold, but the wetsuit made it bearable, and with the lesson scheduled in the morning the equipment was his for the rest of the day.
Be prepared to get hooked!
Leigha H,Mar 7, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a blast! Be prepared to get hooked. We took a beginner lesson, and my 10 year old got up on her board effortlessly on her first attempt! Nicki and her team, have a passion for connecting people to each other- and to nature- through sports. What an awesome way to do something fun and healthy for ourselves while also deepening our relationships and experiencing our abundant open spaces. I also LOVE the fact that this is WOMAN-OWNED and operated local business. This is a refreshing change in an industry that has been mostly male. Thank you MOA for your inspiration on so many levels!! We'll be back!
We're hooked
scarder,Oct 15, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My 10 year old son and I did our first surf lesson with Nicki and we had such a positive experience, we may be surfers for life. Nicki's approach to teaching how to surf focuses more on doing it well and have fun while doing it than being perfect the first time. My son and I were able to get up a few times but still had a great time in the water when we didn't. We'll back at the beach on boards very soon.
Perfect lessons for beginners
victoriachuong,Oct 8, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My partner and I needed to experience solid surf lessons because we had a rotten one a year ago. Our lesson with Thane blew us out of the water, only metaphorically. We learned the fundamentals and everyone in our lesson at one point or another were up on their feet in the water. We will definitely take the follow-up lesson! First we have to get fit enough to handle all of the paddling. As the instructions say, arrive early to park at the North Beach. I recommend the earlier lesson because the beach is less crowded and parking is easier to find.

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Beginner Surf Lessons At Stinson Beach

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

This is a 2 hour beginner group lesson that covers surfing fundamentals, etiquette, safety, wave dynamics, paddling skills, surfboard positioning, maneuvering, proper stand-up and riding techniques.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Group Activity

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

What‘s Included

Surf Instruction

Equipment Rental ($15-$50)

Options

Start Times

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Excellent tour!! Great location and scenic drive!!!
Edna B,May 29, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00
Loved this tour!! Cecelia was extremely helpful and knowledgeable!! She was very hands on and helped every step of the way!!! Excellent tour a must do!! Stinson Beach is a must and the drive is absolutely scenic and gorgeous!!!! I would do this tour again!!!
Perfect introduction to surfing!
Sarah W,Mar 14, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a great introduction to surfing! My 22 year old son has dreamed about surfing since he was 5. So, when we signed him up on a whim for a 2-hour lesson during our family trip to California, we thought he'd have fun, but I think Nicki and the wonderful crew at Marin Outdoor may have gotten him hooked for life! The instruction provided got him up and on the board in no time. The water was really cold, but the wetsuit made it bearable, and with the lesson scheduled in the morning the equipment was his for the rest of the day.
Be prepared to get hooked!
Leigha H,Mar 7, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a blast! Be prepared to get hooked. We took a beginner lesson, and my 10 year old got up on her board effortlessly on her first attempt! Nicki and her team, have a passion for connecting people to each other- and to nature- through sports. What an awesome way to do something fun and healthy for ourselves while also deepening our relationships and experiencing our abundant open spaces. I also LOVE the fact that this is WOMAN-OWNED and operated local business. This is a refreshing change in an industry that has been mostly male. Thank you MOA for your inspiration on so many levels!! We'll be back!
We're hooked
scarder,Oct 15, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My 10 year old son and I did our first surf lesson with Nicki and we had such a positive experience, we may be surfers for life. Nicki's approach to teaching how to surf focuses more on doing it well and have fun while doing it than being perfect the first time. My son and I were able to get up a few times but still had a great time in the water when we didn't. We'll back at the beach on boards very soon.
Perfect lessons for beginners
victoriachuong,Oct 8, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My partner and I needed to experience solid surf lessons because we had a rotten one a year ago. Our lesson with Thane blew us out of the water, only metaphorically. We learned the fundamentals and everyone in our lesson at one point or another were up on their feet in the water. We will definitely take the follow-up lesson! First we have to get fit enough to handle all of the paddling. As the instructions say, arrive early to park at the North Beach. I recommend the earlier lesson because the beach is less crowded and parking is easier to find.