Capitola Surf and Paddle captures your surfing moments in stunning photos and videos. Discover how their packages turn ocean sessions into unforgettable memories along California’s coast.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for beginners to intermediate surfers with a basic level of physical fitness
Wildlife
History
Capitola's surf culture grew in the mid-20th century as the town evolved into a surf destination on California’s coast.
Conservation
Local groups actively work to maintain clean beaches and protect marine habitats, encouraging surfers and visitors to minimize environmental impact.
Capitola Surf and Paddle
Capitola Surf and Paddle captures your surfing moments in stunning photos and videos. Discover how their packages turn ocean sessions into unforgettable memories along California’s coast.
Capitola Surf and Paddle is a surf school and rental shop located in Capitola, California, offering lessons, coaching, rentals, and surf photography on Capitola Beach. The business provides a range of experiences including private lessons, semi-private lessons, group lessons, stand up paddle (SUP) surf lessons, ladies clinics, surf coaching, all-day equipment rentals, and surf photo and video packages.
Instructors deliver structured land briefings followed by water sessions. Semi-private surf lessons run with a 2–3:1 client-to-instructor ratio and include a land lesson plus 1.5 hours in the water. Group surf lessons include ocean safety instruction and 1.5 hours of guided surfing. Private surf lessons offer one-on-one coaching for two hours with equipment provided. SUP surf lessons are available in private and semi-private formats, both including 1.5 hours in the water.
Surf coaching focuses on personalized technique, wave reading, and real-time feedback during 1-on-1 sessions. Rentals offer full-day rates for wetsuits, surfboards, and stand-up paddle boards, with delivery to preferred beach locations when requested. Surf photo and video packages capture high-resolution images and footage of sessions for lasting memories.
Safety and skill progression are emphasized across all offerings. The business is featured on The Adventure Collective and highlights structured instruction, tailored coaching, flexible rental options, and surf media services to suit beginners through advanced surfers. Private lessons include necessary equipment and two hours of focused coaching. Semi-private SUP sessions maintain a 2:1 client-to-instructor ratio. Guests can choose surf photo and video packages to preserve highlights to share. Lessons suit beginners to experts.
Tours Offered
9 experiences
Lessons, rentals, coaching, and photo packages
Session Length
1.5–2 hrs
Typical lesson durations on the beach
Instructor Ratio
2–3:1
Semi-private and SUP ratios listed
Photo Packages
High-resolution
Surf photo and video packages available
Book private or group lessons, SUP coaching, or full-day rentals with beach delivery options. Reserve a session or rental today to secure preferred times.
Book in advance for peak weekend surf times
Capitola’s waves draw crowds on weekends; reserve your photo package early to ensure availability.
Arrive early to secure the best lesson spots
Getting to the Seal Statue meeting point early helps maximize your surf time and photo opportunities.
Bring a waterproof bag for your gear
Protect your belongings on the beach or during water sessions if you opt for the water photography add-on.
Prepare for changing coastal weather
Layers or a wetsuit are recommended as marine fog and cool temps are common, even in summer.
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm in cooler water and varying coastal temperatures.
spring
Waterproof phone case
Protects your device for quick snaps between official photo sessions.
Beach towel
Useful for drying off and staying warm after surf sessions.
Sunscreen
Protects skin during long exposure to sun’s rays while on the beach.
summer