Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (2 Hours)

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

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Experience the best of the Santa Barbara coastline during an introductory surfing lesson at Mondo's Beach. Learn the basics with an instructor who focuses on the fundamentals of reading water, paddling, popping up, and riding as well as surf etiquette during your 2-hour lesson.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children must be at least 7 years old, comfortable swimming in the ocean and ducking under waves

Minimum numbers apply. Our surf lessons require a minimum of 4 participants to run. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.

If your group does not meet the minimum number, you do have the option to upgrade to the full day lesson (4hrs) for $30 more per person, and only requires 2 guests to operate.

If you are a single traveler, please free to call our office to confirm availability

Sun Screen (SPF 30 or higher).

A full water bottle. 1 quart or greater - please help us reduce our environmental footprint by bringing a re-usable bottle

A hat with a brim.

A beach towel

Beach shoes or flips.

Sunglasses with a neck strap such as "Chums" or “Croakies”

Swim suit or swim trunks

Sweatshirt or sweater and a dry change of clothes

Waterproof camera (optional)

Lycra rashguard. (optional)

Neoprene booties. (optional)

To ensure proper equipment, please provide your heights & weights. Thank you.

Guests under 18 years of age MUST have a parent or legal guardian sign their release forms. If you need this paperwork sent to you ahead of time, please contact our office.

Santa Barbara Adventure Company . Channel Islands Adventure Company . 805-884-WAVE (805-884-9283)

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Professional guide

Wetsuit provided according to your size

Surfboard

Booties

Transportation to Mondo's Beach

Gratuity for your guide(s) - While optional it is very much appreciated and to be given at your discretion in return for their leadership, expertise, and professionalism.You can tip the guide in cash or via credit card at the end of your tour as you feel appropriate.

What To Expect

This is simple introduction for a first time surfer or someone who has tried surfing a few times and needs some pointers. The instruction starts with beach lesson reviewing how to position yourself on the board, paddling techniques and proper stance. Once in the water students will get pointers on maneuvering waves, balance techniques and surf etiquette. Santa Barbara Adventure Company’s surf lessons offer students a great foundation to this exciting sport. Our knowledgeable instructors have over 25 years’ combined experience and will use their skills to point out the finer points of catching waves.

Options

2-hour surf lesson

Reviews

5.00

10 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great experience
Michael L,
Jul 14, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Beau did a terrific job. He was very friendly, informative and patient with us. We really got up on the boards and enjoyed the waves!!! We will book this activity again when we go back to this area.
Super accommodating...fun surfing!
daydreaming121,
Feb 18, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very happy with the experience! The company was friendly and helpful. Our sea cave kayaking around the islands was cancelled due to weather, but we were able to coordinate a surfing lesson on the same day through calling the company. The surfing lesson was amazing...wet suit, booties, and board included. Our instructor, Sean, was super knowledgeable, positive, and encouraging. Great instructor for 1st timers!
Awesome surf lesson
Serena M,
Nov 1, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were visiting Santa Barbara from the UK with our 7 and 8 year old children. We had a surf lesson with Marc and everyone loved it. My youngest was standing on his surf board straight away and my daughter pretty soon afterwards. A great success- thank you!
Great place to stay & explore!!
HollyBeth20,
Sep 6, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I came with our 17 year old daughter, we stayed at Hotel Milo and drove to Mondo’s Beach for the surfing lesson. We had a great time!! Instructors were very helpful with all of the gear and were very friendly and patient. Our daughter had an awesome time surfing and would love to do it again!!
Awesome Fun
Andrew C,
Jul 28, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We actually did two activities with this company and both were great fun with awesome guides. We had done a surfing lesson with another firm the day before near Venice Beach and the Santa Barbara Adventure Company was way better. Pablo and Piers were excellent instructors and were fully engaged with helping us learn how to surf. We even managed to stand up a few times towards the end of the lesson. Shay and Paige were our guides for the Sea Kayaking and there were brilliant also. It was really cool going up the coast. Not sure both my kids enjoyed it as much as the surfing but my wife and I enjoyed it. Maybe it was because we had done single kayaks rather than doing twin ones. If we are back again we would certainly book with them again.
Surfing
tallkayak,
Jul 23, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My wife set up a father-son trip to Santa Barbara and signed us up for surfing lessons. Pablo and Rachel were fun and helpful teachers. They kept us focused and we had some success by the end of the class. Great memories for us both.
Great instructor's
Frode Å,
Mar 31, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Really good experience surfing in Santa Barbara with great instructor's. We came by car and changed location during the session, but that just gave us the opportunity to see more of the great beaches.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Anonymous,
Feb 17, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely AMAZING time!! Highly recommended! Marc and Pablo were the absolute best instructors!! They got me standing up and surfing in no time at all! I couldn’t have ask for anything better! Extremely friendly instructors and very knowledgeable in their sport! Thank you so much guys! I could now check that off my bucket list!
First Time Surfing
JeffreyG72,
Jan 5, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The guide was fantastic. He was very detailed in providing instruction both on the shore and in the water. He was very good in pointing out safety items to be aware of. The experience was very enjoyable and one that I will remember forever.
Very Helpful
Ron M,
Nov 20, 2017
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Alex was very involved and patient with us. She was energetic and we all had a great time.