Difficulty

easy

Duration

1.5 hours

Fitness Level

Moderate fitness is sufficient; basic swimming skills recommended to participate safely.

Overview

Learn to surf the gentle waves of Kitty Hawk on the Outer Banks with expert instructors guiding you through ocean safety and basic skills in a 90-minute lesson perfect for beginners.

Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

Surf Lessons: Kitty Hawk

1.5 Hours | Certified & experienced instructors | Ages 8+

Select participants and date

Date

Wed, Oct 15

Travelers

2

Adventure Photos

About This Adventure

Experience the thrill of surfing on the Outer Banks with expert instructors guiding you through ocean safety, surfboard basics, and wave-catching techniques. This 90-minute lesson is perfect for ages 8 and up, ensuring a fun and memorable adventure as you ride the best waves during low tide.

Learn to surf on the Outer Banks

Includes

Surfboard
Wetsuits if temps demand
Instruction

Duration

1hour and 30 minutes

About

Learn to surf on the Outer Banks in one of our daily surf lessons. Lesson includes ocean safety, surfboard anatomy 101, paddling technique, proper pop up and foot placement and help in the water to catch as many waves as you can.

Certified & experienced instructors
Children age 8 years and up welcome
Offered at low tide for the best waves

Adventure Tips

Start with low tide sessions

Lessons are scheduled during low tide to offer safer, smaller waves ideal for beginners.

Wear a wetsuit if water temperatures are cool

Ocean temps can be chilly, especially in spring and fall; a wetsuit enhances comfort and safety.

Apply reef-safe sunscreen

Protect your skin and the marine environment by choosing eco-friendly sunscreen options.

Arrive early to stretch and warm up

A good warm-up helps prevent muscle strain as you paddle and balance on the board.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Dolphins often seen swimming near the surf line
Various shorebirds including sandpipers and seagulls

History

Kitty Hawk is world-famous as the site of the Wright brothers’ first powered flight in 1903, merging the legacy of flight and sea.

Conservation

Local surf schools encourage eco-conscious practices, including using reef-safe sunscreen and minimizing plastic waste to protect fragile coastal ecosystems.