Gear up for your water adventures along California’s coast with Tony Silvagni Surf School’s premium life jackets. Perfect for swimming, kayaking, and boating, these rentals combine safety and comfort for all ages. Keep reading to learn more!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
Flexible, from 1 hour to whole day
Fitness Level
All fitness levels, suitable for beginners
Wildlife
History
The California coast has been a hub of maritime activity since the early 20th century, shaping the region’s vibrant water culture.
Conservation
The area emphasizes sustainable boating and water safety practices to protect local ecosystems.
Tony Silvagni Surf School
Gear up for your water adventures along California’s coast with Tony Silvagni Surf School’s premium life jackets. Perfect for swimming, kayaking, and boating, these rentals combine safety and comfort for all ages. Keep reading to learn more!
Tony Silvagni Surf School is a Carolina Beach, North Carolina-based provider of surf instruction, stand-up paddleboard (SUP) lessons, guided kayak tours, and beach gear rentals. The school offers group and private lessons, hourly and multi-hour formats, a weekly surf camp, and specialty packages such as canopy setups for convenient beach days. Equipment available for rent includes NSP hard top and soft top surfboards, bodyboards, paddleboards, kayaks, e-bikes, cruisers with child seats, trailers, and accessories like rashguards, wetsuits, chairs, umbrellas, and coolers.
Instructors at Tony Silvagni Surf School include CPR-certified personnel for surf lessons and focus on safety, skill progression, and a positive learning environment. SUP lessons take place in the Carolina Beach Intracoastal Waterway and emphasize balance, strength, and safety for participants of all ages. Rentals are offered with flexible durations — some items note options from 5 hours up to a full week — making it simple to rent gear for a few hours, a day, or multiple days. Beach canopy packages range from simple setups to premium packages with chairs, games, coolers, and labeled service for easy pickup. All experiences are designed to serve locals, families, and visiting guests seeking guided instruction or self-guided beach recreation in Carolina Beach.
Location
Carolina Beach, NC
On-site beach and water service
Certified Instructors
CPR-certified
Safety-focused surf & SUP lessons
Family Gear
Child seats & trailers
Bikes, trailers and child seats available
Rental Durations
5 hours–7 days
Flexible short and weekly rentals
Choose the lesson length, rental duration, or canopy package that fits the day — equipment, safety-focused instructors, and flexible bookings available.
Always check fit
Ensure your life jacket is snug but comfortable for maximum safety.
Secure all straps
Double-check all buckles and straps before entering the water.
Test before use
Try on the jacket in advance to confirm proper fit and function.
Use at all times
Wear your life jacket whenever on or near the water for safety.
Waterproof bag
Keeps your valuables dry during water activities.
summer
Sun protection
Protects skin from sun exposure during outdoor water fun.
summer
Water shoes
Provides grip and foot protection on slippery surfaces.
all
Sunscreen
Helps prevent sunburn during prolonged exposure.
all