Bloubergstrand Surf Lessons — 90-Minute Group Surfing Experience in Cape Town

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1.5 hours

Fitness Level

Basic swimming ability and the ability to lie flat and paddle for short bursts; suitable for most active adults and children with supervision.

Overview

Spend 90 minutes at Bloubergstrand learning to read the surf, pop to your feet, and ride toward shore with experienced coaches. This group lesson is ideal for first-timers and casual surfers who want a fast, supportive introduction with epic views of Table Mountain.

Bloubergstrand Surf Lessons — 90-Minute Group Surfing Experience in Cape Town

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Date

Thu, Nov 6

Travelers

On a cool Cape Town morning the Atlantic breathes hard across Table Bay, pulling silver light over the water and turning the city’s silhouette into a low, ancient barge on the horizon. On the small grassy strip between KFC and the Blouberg Life Saving Club, a circle of strangers becomes a team: wetsuits zip up, softboards clack together, and coaches from Surf Life map the ocean with a calm, conversational authority. Within minutes the lesson moves from land to sea — the flat roar of the surf refining into individual waves that dare you to stand.

Adventure Photos

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Adventure Tips

Arrive early to gear up

Plan to be at Eden on the Bay 10–15 minutes before start to get fitted for wetsuits and softboards without feeling rushed.

Choose early mornings

Surf sessions before 9am usually dodge the afternoon SE wind, giving cleaner waves and a better chance to stand up.

Hydrate and snack

Bring a water bottle and a light snack to refuel after paddling; dehydration and low energy make balancing harder.

Know your limits

If you have back, heart, or pregnancy concerns, follow the medical guidance—this activity is not recommended for those conditions.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Common dolphins often pass along Table Bay; keep a respectful distance.
Coastal birds such as Cape cormorants and kelp gulls frequent the shoreline.

History

The Blaauwberg area played a part in early Cape colonial history and naval activity; the beach has long been a working shoreline transformed into a recreational hub in recent decades.

Conservation

Local groups run dune rehabilitation and beach cleanups; surf schools encourage ‘leave no trace’ practices and use reef-safe sunscreens to protect marine life.