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Improve your surfing skills with expert Ed Guzman offering tailored private lessons in Santa Cruz. Perfect for all ages, with gear included for a hassle-free experience.
Improve your surfing skills with expert Ed Guzman offering tailored private lessons in Santa Cruz. Perfect for all ages, with gear included for a hassle-free experience.
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Operated by Club Ed International · Santa Cruz, California
Experience the thrill of riding the waves like a pro with Private Surfing Instruction led by Ed Guzman in Santa Cruz, California. These one-on-one sessions, hosted by Club Ed International, are designed to fit surfers of all skill levels—from total beginners to seasoned riders looking to refine their technique. Ed’s personalized coaching focuses on water safety, proper paddling, wave selection, and balance, ensuring each lesson is tailored to your needs and goals. The prime location offers consistent tides and ideal beach conditions, perfect for developing your surfing skills. Plus, your surfboard and wetsuit are included, so you can step straight into the ocean without any hassle. Beyond the technical side, Ed’s friendly and encouraging approach helps build confidence and inspires a genuine connection to the sea. Whether you want to catch your first wave, improve your stance, or master advanced maneuvers, this private instruction is a memorable way to explore Santa Cruz’s surfing culture while enjoying California’s incredible coastline.
moderate.
1–2 hours.
Basic to moderate fitness is needed as paddling and balance require stamina and core strength.
Yes, Ed tailors lessons to all skill levels, including complete beginners, focusing on safety and fundamental techniques.
No, surfboard and wetsuit are included in the session, so you only need to bring your enthusiasm!
Sessions typically last between 1 to 2 hours, depending on your goals and comfort in the water.
You can wear a swimsuit or board shorts under the wetsuit to stay comfortable.
Absolutely, Ed offers lessons suitable for all ages with flexible pacing tailored to younger students.
Sessions may be rescheduled in case of unsafe weather or sea conditions to ensure your safety.
Santa Cruz is one of California’s original surf hubs, with a rich surfing legacy dating back to the early 20th century.
Local organizations actively work to protect marine habitats and promote sustainable beach practices.
Club Ed International is a Watsonville, California–based surf and paddle school offering structured instruction across surfing, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and multi-day surf camps. Led by Ed Guzman and Master Instructors, Club Ed International runs weeklong Summer Surf Camp at Manresa Uplands State Park that includes daily surf sessions, camping, meals, evening campfires, organized activities, professional surf photos, and a commemorative t-shirt. The business provides a full range of lessons: private and semi-private surfing instruction, private and semi-private SUP lessons, beginner group SUP lessons, group surfing lessons, and private group lessons. Lessons are tailored to individual skill levels and ages, with instructors choosing the best beach for conditions and tides. Equipment such as surfboards and wetsuits is included for lessons that specify it, and instruction emphasizes safety, paddling fundamentals, wave dynamics, self-rescue, and surf etiquette. Club Ed International offers one-on-one coaching with unique teaching methods for SUP and surfing, plus semi-private formats for paired learning and small groups with personalized attention. The Summer Surf Camp combines outdoor education and surf coaching in a permitted state park setting. Based in Watsonville, the operation highlights local beach selection and tide-aware scheduling. Parents and participants can expect structured programming, professional documentation of sessions when provided, and trained instructors delivering focused skill development in surfing and paddle sports. Private surfing instruction sessions typically range from one to two hours, giving focused time for technique, safety drills, and immediate feedback. Beginner group SUP lessons are two hours long and include instruction on self-rescue and paddling fundamentals.
Book with Club Ed International