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Morro Bay Surf Lessons

Welcome to Cal Coast Adventures Central Coast!

Our Morro Bay surf lessons are 1.5 hours long and include all the gear you need. Surfboard, Wetsuit, and Instructor.

All surf lessons are private so it will be just you, your family or friends and the instructor.

Pricing

Pricing is Per Person

1 Person Surf Lesson
$120

great for first timers, small kids, or one on one coaching

$120
2 Person Surf Lesson
$95

great for couples and friends looking to share in a new skill and adventure

$95
3-4 Person Surf Lesson
$85

great for families and friends looking for a new adventurous memory

$85
5+ Person Surf Lesson
$75

great for parties, companies, and large families looking to ride the covetous party wave!

$75

1.5 Hours of Instruction

Rated #1 on Trip Advisor

Private Lessons Everytime

Large Group Discounts

Experienced Instructors

Easy Directions via Email

Beginner Friendly Location

Minimum Age: 5 Years Old

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1 Person Surf Lesson

The 1 person surf lesson maximizes your learning potential as the instructor will be able to focus solely on you and what you need to progress.

Perfect for someone looking to get specific guidance and hone their skills to take them to the next level.

One person lessons are also great for young children ensuring they will have constant attention making the experience as fun as possible!

2 Person Surf Lesson

This is a great lesson for couples and friends looking to share in the memories. You will all still get plenty of personal instruction out of the lesson.

During the time you will be paddling back out after catching a wave, the instructor is able to give the other participant. Our instructors give personalized coaching and help people get better at catching waves.

Watching your friend or family member learn and take waves is also helpful for your own surfing!

3-4 Person Surf Lesson

There's no such thing as a 3rd wheel in surfing. There will still be plenty of personal instruction and wave catching in this lesson.

Three people are still easily handled with 1 instructor. More people can even add extra encouragement and support of your fellow surfers who will be learning with you!

Groups of 3 or more tend to need more space out in the water. Because of this, plan on receiving driving directions to a less crowded break a little bit farther north. Some of our favorites are only a few minutes from downtown Morro Bay and only 20 minutes from San Luis Obispo.

5+ Person Surf Lesson

The 4 person or more surf lesson is not only a blast, it's a non-stop, action packed, surfing extravaganza.

You’ll either be getting the praise of your friends when you ride a wave or laughed at by the peanut gallery if you tumble.

Don’t worry you will still learn so much from the lesson and get plenty of time with the instructor(s) while in the water and on the beach. We will add instructors as needed to accommodate the number of people or the age differences and abilities.

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Join the fun this summer and sign up for San Luis Obispo County's #1 Surf Camp. We host our summer camp in Cayucos just north of Morro Bay. For more details on our surf camp please visit our camp page.

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Lesson Start Times

10:00 AM

12:15 PM

2:30 PM

Lesson Locations

We teach surf lessons in Morro Bay everyday. We also teach surf lessons in Cayucos as well. All of our surfing locations are between 18-22 minutes west of San Luis Obispo. Depending on current surf conditions, location may vary to make sure we are surfing the best waves possible.

Everything Included

1.5 Hours of private instruction

Surfboard

Wetsuit

Experienced Instructor

Morro Bay Surf Lesson Details

The lesson will start on the sand. An experienced instructor will give a safety talk as well as an overview of surf conditions and techniques for how to stand up. After the briefing, we will run straight to the water where you will get over an hour of ocean time with the instructor. Most people don’t realize how tiring surfing can be which is why an hour of paddling and surfing is the perfect amount of time for students to progress. Our instructors will help guide you out to the line up as well as help push you into waves and coach your techniques. Our instructors provide constant watch of the ocean conditions to make sure you’re not only learning correctly, but also safe the entire time.

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Wetsuits Built for Warmth

Morro bay surf lessons are taught year-round and we carry thick full wetsuits to ensure you stay warm even in the winter months. Expect a 4/3 full body suit from quality brands we trust such as Buell and Ripcurl.

We believe learning to surf should not only be fun, but it should be a comfortable and informative experience as well. This is why our instructors spend countless hours in the water and have also studied and trained to ensure you will be receiving the best coaching possible.

Most of our students are first-timers or beginners. For this reason we specialize our equipment and coaching to make sure you’re not only safe but on the best equipment as well. The boards are made of foam with reinforced stingers and tough exterior coatings that make them safe to learn on without losing their performance. Our wetsuits are 4mm thick and made by Ripcurl and Buell, two of the world's top surfing brands.

A San Luis Obispo Surf Lesson Experience

If your vacation brings you to San Luis Obispo surf lessons are only a 20 minute drive away. After booking a lesson keep an eye out for your confirmation email. That email will have details on where you'll meet your instructor. We've meticulously chosen friendly surf breaks that are welcoming and easy to access. Many of these surf spots are between 18-22 minutes west of San Luis Obispo. They also have free and easy public parking to help make the experience smoother.

If you decide to rent surfboards and wetsuits instead of taking a surf lesson we have you covered. In order to avoid lugging surf gear back and forth from San Luis Obispo to Morro Bay you can rent surfboards for multiple days and pick it up from the beach every day of your rental. To inquire about our surfboard rental availability please contact us.

If you're traveling through San Luis Obispo or Paso Robles venturing to the coast of Morro Bay for a surf lesson is a vacation must. Surfing lessons are a great way to enjoy the surrounding beauty, create lasting memories, and learn something new!

 

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Standing up on wave

Kid trying to stand up

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Custom Surfing Lessons for Different Skill Levels

We offer Morro Bay surf lessons at all ages, skill, and ability levels; we have four primary categories listed below, Fundamental, Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced. Scroll down to see what each level includes.

The one requirement we do have is that all Morro Bay surf lesson attendees are comfortable swimming. 

While we won't be doing much actual swimming, it’s important for anyone entering the ocean to be comfortable around water and have a basic ability to tread water. A large portion of the sport includes at least partial submersion in the water, which, if you're a comfortable swimmer, is one of the best parts of surfing! However, if you’re not able to swim, it can turn into a scary experience quickly.

The most important part of any surf lesson, but especially for first-time or new surfers, is to have a good experience. Most people who are afraid of the ocean or surfing can trace it back to one bad experience. Our instructors are passionate about sharing their love of the ocean and surfing and about setting you up for success during your surf lesson. Ensuring you feel safe in the water and enjoy your surf lesson while learning new skills is our top priority!

surfers looking for waves in morro bay

Custom Surfing Lessons for Different Skill Levels

We offer Morro Bay surf lessons at all ages, skill, and ability levels; we have four primary categories listed below, Fundamental, Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced. Scroll down to see what each level includes.

The one requirement we do have is that all Morro Bay surf lesson attendees are comfortable swimming. 

While we won't be doing much actual swimming, it’s important for anyone entering the ocean to be comfortable around water and have a basic ability to tread water. A large portion of the sport includes at least partial submersion in the water, which, if you're a comfortable swimmer, is one of the best parts of surfing! However, if you’re not able to swim, it can turn into a scary experience quickly.

The most important part of any surf lesson, but especially for first-time or new surfers, is to have a good experience. Most people who are afraid of the ocean or surfing can trace it back to one bad experience. Our instructors are passionate about sharing their love of the ocean and surfing and about setting you up for success during your surf lesson. Ensuring you feel safe in the water and enjoy your surf lesson while learning new skills is our top priority!

Fundamental (first time!)

A fundamental morro bay surf lesson is best for brand-new surfers or those who have been out a couple of times and would still like to hone their skills.

Location: Depending on swell/weather conditions surf lesson will be at a local beach between Morro Bay and Cayucos (approx. 20 min. from San Luis Obispo).

In this lesson, you can expect the following: 

  • Around 30 minutes total between suiting up and on-the-beach instruction 
  • At least one hour in the ocean! The instructor will be standing in the water, helping push you into waves and giving supportive and constructive feedback to help you progress 
  • The primary focus for a fundamental surf lesson is safety and technique.

Safety 

  • Ocean Safety; reading the water and selecting the right spot to surf 
  • Board Safety; how to hold your board in and out of the water to prevent injuries to you or others 
  • How to correctly “fall” or get off the surfboard. Every wave eventually ends, which means we’re jumping off the board at some point; understanding how to get off in a safe way is important for all surfers.

Technique

  • Paddling; Learning how to maneuver through the water efficiently.
  • Positioning; where to lay on the board for optimum balance
  • The Pop-up; how to transition from laying on the board paddling into a wave - to standing up and riding it! 
Novice (limited experience)

A novice morro bay surf lesson is best for surfers who have been out surfing several times, either in lessons or on their own, but would still like to improve their paddling, wave reading, and pop-up consistency.

Location: Depending on swell/weather conditions surf lesson will be at a local beach between Morro Bay and Cayucos (approx. 20 min. from San Luis Obispo).

In this lesson, you can expect the following: 

  • Around 20 minutes of land instruction where your couch will determine what the next best steps and techniques will be to further your success
  • The rest of the time will be in the ocean, where the instructor will be swimming and helping push you into waves and giving supportive feedback to help you progress.

Safety

  • We will discuss Ocean and board Safety and supplement existing knowledge 

Technique

  • Duck-dive and foam climbing: learning to push your board and yourself under crashing waves and pop out on the other side. Just like a duck!  On more buoyant crafts like longboards, we can teach you how to propel yourself forward over the oncoming swells keeping yourself from getting pushed back and losing ground. 
  • Standing: We will discuss “The Pop-up” and supplement existing knowledge as needed 
  • Dropping in: Learning to paddle at the right moment to catch the wave and position yourself for a smooth “Pop-Up” while the wave is forming beneath you. Beginners typically practice catching a wave once it has already broken in the white water. This next step of catching the wave before it’s broken puts the pop-up to the test, as timing will be critical. 

Positioning

  • Selecting the correct spot to paddle out, avoiding rip tides, and getting to the surf break 
  • Learning how “the line-up” works & surf etiquette
  • Identifying which wave in a set to go for 
  • Positioning yourself in the right spot to paddle and catch the wave as it breaks
Intermediate (practical application)

An intermediate morro bay surf lesson is best for surfers who are still new to the sport but are beyond a beginner; they can comfortably select a beach to surf at, paddle out, and catch waves but would like to improve their skills of positioning in relation to the break, Wave Selection, Duck-dives, Dropping-in, Popping-up.

Location: Depending on swell/weather conditions surf lesson will be at a local beach between Morro Bay and Cayucos (approx. 20 min. from San Luis Obispo).

In this lesson, you can expect: 

  • Around 30 minutes total between getting geared up and on-the-beach instruction 
  • At least one hour in the ocean! The instructor will be surfing with you on their own board. Guiding you to the best break and position and identifying which waves you should be paddling into.

Safety

  • We will discuss Ocean awareness, variants in surf break, and potential hazards and add to existing knowledge.

Technique

  • We will review “The Pop-up” & the “drop-in” and supplement the existing knowledge needed to progress to more critical waves.
  • Get a glimpse into how swells, tides, and wind all play a critical role in what beach to select when looking for surf. Resources to use when planning where to surf and how to identify where the waves will best with the given conditions 

Positioning

  • We will review and Identify which wave in a set to go for, both in theory and in real-time 
  • Positioning yourself in the right spot to paddle and catch all types of waves, from soft a mushy to steep and hollow.
Advanced (aggressive techniques)

An advanced morro bay surf lesson will involve aggressive bottom turns, Down-the-line acceleration and carving, body positioning, and more! These lessons are upon request / based on the availability of advanced surf instructors.

Location: Instructors for advanced Morro Bay surf lessons will meet the students at a location chosen by the instructor for optimal wave potential.  Surf forecasts are usually accurate up to 5 days in advance however, the morning conditions can vary, so the locations can be fluid.

Advanced surf lessons are for those who have already mastered the basics of surfing, such as paddling out, catching waves, riding down the line, and turning maneuvers.  In an advanced surf lesson, we would be furthering your ability to complete these maneuvers but with more speed, power, and consistency.

In this lesson, you can expect:

  • Around 15 minutes between getting geared up and on-the-beach instruction.  The rest of the time, you will be surfing in the water with the instructor.
  • The instructor will be surfing with to both demonstrate and observe to help provide you with the insight you need to advance your surfing to the next level.

Safety

  • Unfamiliar surf location assessment. Crowded surf conditions, large wave preparedness, body strengthening, and much more.

Technique

  • Proper body positioning, head, shoulders, and arm follow through. Feet placement and leg posture. Hand placement during a late drop-in. 
  • Timing and placing your maneuvers in the correct order and area of the wave.

Homework

  • Our instructor will determine what your top priorities are to improve your surfing and give you steps to take home and how to work towards achieving them.
I'm ready for my surf lesson! What should I bring?
  1. Towel for changing and drying off
  2. Sunblock for applying before the lesson
  3. Water and Snack for after the lesson
  4. A pumped and positive attitude!

All surf lessons are private so it will be just you, your family or friends, and the instructor.

 

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