Do I need prior surf experience?

No—this class is designed for beginners and mixed-experience groups with individualized coaching.

Meet at the beach shed at 1 South Bath Ave; please arrive 10 minutes early.

Are wetsuits provided?

Wetsuit rental options are available from nearby shops in Pier Village; instructors can advise on sizing.

How many people per instructor?

Sessions use a 2:1 student-to-instructor ratio to ensure focused, hands-on instruction.

When are lessons scheduled?

This offering runs two dates in summer: July 11 and August 22 at 9AM; spaces are limited.

Women's Surfing & Yoga at Long Branch: Beginner Surf Class with Yoga and Organic Juice | Surf | Water Activities

At 1 South Bath Ave on Long Branch’s Atlantic edge, Women's Surfing & Yoga offers a 90‑minute surf class tailored for adult women who want more than a single wave — they want lasting skills and community. This women-only session combines a group yoga warm-up, hands-on pop-up drills, paddling technique, ocean-awareness coaching and a safety briefing before breaking into small groups with a 2:1 student-to-instructor ratio. After the water, you'll sip organic raw juice while instructors answer questions and point you toward local surf spots. The setting is classic Jersey Shore: broad sandy beach, low dunes and the steady swell of the Atlantic. Long Branch sits on a barrier beach whose sand and gently undulating shore make it an ideal learning environment for beginner surfers; the lesson emphasizes reading wave shapes, timing, and positioning to build confidence beyond the lesson. If you time it right—less crowded morning sessions and the two scheduled dates (July 11 and August 22 at 9AM)—you’ll get manageable waves and clear coaching. What makes this offering stand out is the blend of focused instruction and low-pressure camaraderie. The small groups and 2:1 ratio mean instructors can work one-on-one on pop-ups, stance and paddling mechanics while monitoring safety around rip currents. The beach shed meeting point at 1 South Bath Ave simplifies check-in; organizers ask students to arrive 10 minutes early. Instructors teach practical skills you can use long term, rather than just a single thrill. Long Branch itself is part of a living coastal story: a 19th-century resort town turned active surf community, and a place where summer rituals still shape the shoreline. Nearby landmarks like Pier Village and Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park are great to explore after class. Expect to see sandpipers skittering at the water’s edge and occasional terns riding shorebreak thermals. Plan for modest exertion—paddling and repeated pop-up practice will raise your heart rate—but the course is designed for beginners with basic swimming ability. Respect nesting bird areas and pack out any trash: local conservation efforts protect the dunes and shorebirds. Whether you’re stepping into a wetsuit for the first time or sharpening fundamentals, Women's Surfing & Yoga at Long Branch is a welcoming, skill-focused way to claim your first waves and leave with sustainable surf smarts. Bring a swimsuit, sun protection, and a willingness to get wet; rentals and shops near Pier Village can outfit you with a shorty or full wetsuit when water temperatures dip. Because classes are limited and run only twice each summer, reserve early through booking link to secure a spot. Instructors speak and accommodate mixed-experience groups while keeping instruction paced to individual progress; expect clear drills, patient coaching, and notes you can practice between sessions.