Starting at $125 • Group Rates Available
Get standing in one focused 1.5-hour session on the Atlantic coast of Corolla. Private instruction, surfboard and leash included—perfect for first-timers who want quick, confident progress.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness; ability to paddle and pop up on a board repeatedly. Basic swimming skills required.
Wildlife
History
Corolla’s coastline bears long human and maritime history; the area’s free-roaming Banker horses are a notable element of local heritage and lore.
Conservation
Use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid trampling dune vegetation, and follow instructor guidance to minimize disturbance to wildlife and fragile shoreline habitats.
Starting at $125 • Group Rates Available
Check the tide and wind
Morning sessions often have gentler wind and cleaner waves—ask your instructor about the safest tide window for beginners.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Apply before arrival and reapply after water time to protect skin and local marine habitat.
Know basic swim ability
You should be comfortable in waist- to chest-deep water and able to float or tread for short periods.
Listen to rip-current guidance
Instructors will point out rip lines—if caught, stay calm, conserve energy, and signal for help while swimming parallel to shore.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and local marine life during long sun exposure on the beach.
summer
Towel and change of clothes
Dry off and change after the lesson; helpful for comfort post-session.
Comfortable swimsuit or boardshorts
Streamlined clothing that won’t impede paddling or pop-ups in the water.
summer
Light wetsuit or spring suit
Useful in cooler months or windy days to stay warm during extended water time.
spring