For all ages! • Surfboards, wetsuits, paddleboards, and boogie boards available
Unlock the waves of Santa Monica with flexible 6-day rentals on surfboards, paddleboards, and more. Gear up easily and dive into ocean adventures suitable for all skill levels along California’s iconic coast.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
Up to 6 days
Fitness Level
Basic to moderate fitness suitable; paddling requires arm and core strength especially for beginners.
Wildlife
History
Santa Monica's oceanfront has been a surf destination since the early 20th century and remains central to SoCal’s beach culture.
Conservation
6 Day Rentals promote use of reef-safe sunscreen and eco-friendly practices to protect coastal waters and marine life.
Malibu Longboards Surf School
For all ages! • Surfboards, wetsuits, paddleboards, and boogie boards available
Malibu Longboards Surf School is a Santa Monica–based surf school and rental provider offering lessons, guided surf tours, and a full range of rental periods.
Founded to share coastal skills and surf culture, the school operates across Malibu and Santa Monica and serves beginners through advanced riders.
Instruction includes 2 Hour Private Surf Lessons led by a seasoned instructor with over 30 years of ocean experience and college-level teaching techniques. Lessons focus on water safety, wave selection, paddling mechanics, and standing technique, with tailored progression for each student.
Guided Malibu Surf Tours visit Southern California’s best surf spots, include instruction for every level, and provide free equipment rentals during the tour.
Equipment rentals are available in flexible blocks — 2-hour sessions, 1-day rentals, multi-day rentals (2–7 days) — and cover surfboards, wetsuits, paddleboards, and boogie boards. Rental inventory and local availability vary seasonally; customers can choose gear suited to skill level and conditions.
The school supports trust through experienced instructors, on-site equipment, and clear safety practices including orientation before entering the water. Local knowledge of Malibu and Santa Monica breaks helps riders find appropriate surf conditions. Whether booking a private lesson, a guided tour, or renting gear for a day or a week, Malibu Longboards Surf School provides practical instruction and accessible rentals tailored to coastal recreation in Santa Monica and Malibu.
Offerings include 2 Hour Private Surf Lessons, Malibu Surf Tour, and rentals ranging from 2-hour sessions to 7-day periods in Malibu and Santa Monica. All skill levels welcome.
Years Experience
30+
Instructor has 30+ years ocean experience
Location
Santa Monica, CA
Serves Malibu and Santa Monica beaches
Tours & Rentals
19 options
Lessons, guided tours, and rentals
Equipment
Boards & gear
Surfboards, wetsuits, paddleboards, boogie boards
Reserve a private 2-hour lesson, join a guided Malibu Surf Tour, or choose rentals from 2 hours to 7 days.
Check Tide and Swell Before Heading Out
Surf conditions in Santa Monica vary daily; use local surf reports to pick the best times for your session.
Wear a Suitable Wetsuit
The Pacific can be chilly year-round; renting a wetsuit keeps you warm and extends your time in the water.
Arrive Early to Avoid Crowds
Mornings are less crowded for surf and paddleboarding, offering safer and more peaceful water time.
Stay Hydrated and Use Sunscreen
Beach activities can be deceptively dehydrating; protect your skin and drink water regularly during your time outdoors.
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm in cooler Pacific Ocean temperatures during fall sessions.
fall
Reef-safe Sunscreen
Protects skin while maintaining the health of the marine environment.
summer
Waterproof Phone Case
Allows you to safely capture photos and stay reachable.
Board Leash
Prevents board loss and improves safety in the surf zone.