Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

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Learning to surf with Sandbar Surf School is a lifetime bucket list thing that you will never forget. We are the premier surf school in California's Central Coast and we have been teaching surf lessons here in Pismo Beach since 1996. We have tons of local surf knowledge as well as many of our instructors are world travelers/surfers. We truly love what we do and you will have the best time in the world going with us. Laugh with us, surf with us and maybe even come to one of our bonfires! We would not only love to meet you from wherever in the world you are from, but we promise that your surf experience with us will be the part of the trip that you can't stop talking about in the days to come.

We look forward to sharing waves with you soon.

Jonny & the SSS crew

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Surfboard/wetsuit

What To Expect

Enjoy marine life and beach activity. There are loads of fun stuff to check out on the boardwalk and in downtown Pismo, just ask your instructor and they'll give you the best local info.

Options

Group Surf Lesson

Surfboard & wetsuit: We have all the gear that you need! All you need to do is bring a swimsuit, sunscreen, a bottle of water and a big smile!

Reviews

4.99

224 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

222

Great Memories
Family A,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent experience for my kiddos the instructors are very professional and helpful they really enjoy the class thank you
Great waves, great fun!
MarisaVF1128,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Everyone we had interaction with were amazing! The location was great and there is a small shower that you can rinse off in. My daughter and I would definitely use this company again!!
Best surf lesson ever!
Tim S,
Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
They made sure that we had the best surfing experience. I HIGHLY recommend! We felt like they were having as much fun as we were.
Best team and experience on the central coast, ca.
Nicholas T,
Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wonderful communications, experienced explanation of what to expect, genuine teaching once in the water. Kids had a great time. Age range for our 4 kids was 15-20.
First step into liquid
C9917JQtomr,
Jul 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our family had an amazing time for our first time surfing. Sandbar provided all the gear and the instructors were awesome to work with, especially with our kids (7,7,9). We were worried it would be cold, but everyone was comfortable in the water for nearly 2 hours in the wetsuits. Highly recommend!
Caught some California waves
Tour06165917532,
Jul 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had so much fun! Our family of 4 (parents in our 40s and two 13 year olds) of varying athletic abilities were all able to catch some waves! The instructors were kind and patient and we all got time with them while surfing even with a dozen or so other people in the lesson. We highly recommend this surf school!
Catching some California waves
Amanda A,
Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Surfing was amazing! And the coaches were awesome! Great group of people. Going to book again for sure. My 14 year old son loved it and rebooked a second lesson immediately.
Texans Surf!!!
pattipW6174BI,
Jun 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wow, my grandson and son had the best time!!! Thank you so much for sharing your awesome surf skills with us. Y’all are the BEST!!
Best Experience Ever
Danielle D,
Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
My son had the best experience. Tyler was super knowledgeable and experienced. He took his time teaching my son boosting his confidence to achieve surfing for the first time. He can’t wait to go back and do it again!
Awesone experience for first time surfers
P2642LKlaran,
Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My 19 and 17 year old first-time surfers had a great time with Jonny and his surf staff. They know what they are doing, provide enough teachers for thr class for a good experience, have all the supplies, and made it a wonderful experience. The water and the beach were pretty cold but my kids were warm enough to do the lesson wearing the wetsuits that the school provided. Thanks!