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Two hours on Venice Beach with a certified instructor — from land drills to guided lineup coaching. Ideal for beginners through intermediate surfers wanting focused, safety-first instruction.
Two hours on Venice Beach with a certified instructor — from land drills to guided lineup coaching. Ideal for beginners through intermediate surfers wanting focused, safety-first instruction.
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Operated by Fun Surf LA · Venice, California
The Pacific greets you in a cool, salt-scented hush as the first swell rolls toward shore. You stand on the sand near a blue surf-school bus off Bicknell Avenue, watching waves shape and break like a living instruction manual. For the next two hours a certified instructor becomes your coach—walking through stance and pop-up on the beach, then guiding you through paddling, timing and wave selection in the lineup.
moderate.
2 hours.
Moderate fitness — should be able to swim and handle short paddling bursts; good balance and core endurance help.
Minimum age is 7 years old; instructors tailor the lesson to the participant’s size and ability.
Yes — surfboards and wetsuits are provided and included in the lesson price.
Lessons may be canceled for unsafe conditions; the provider offers a full refund if canceled at least 24 hours prior or in case of bad weather.
No — private lessons accommodate beginners through advanced surfers with a land component and progressive water drills.
Venice Beach grew into a surf hub in the early 20th century as beach culture and lifeguarding developed along L.A.’s coast, with local breaks evolving as sandbars shift seasonally.
Use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid stepping on nearshore reefs; local groups run monthly beach cleanups to reduce marine debris and protect coastal habitat.
Fun Surf LA operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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