Surf

Open Ocean Surf Lessons & Camps

Open Ocean Surf Lessons & Camps

Best for school-age kids and teens; all students must be able to swim

Paid

Year-round lessons + seasonal spring/summer camps

Surfers Beach (Princeton Jetty), Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Get directions

Official website

Official website

Get directions

Official website

Get directions

What kids can do
What kids can do

Surf basics, ocean safety, surf etiquette + wave riding

Surf basics, ocean safety, surf etiquette + wave riding

Typical visit
Typical visit

90 minutes–2 hours per lesson; custom camps run during spring break and summer

90 minutes–2 hours per lesson; custom camps run during spring break and summer

What you’ll pay
What you’ll pay

$65–$120 per lesson depending on group size; camp pricing by phone

$65–$120 per lesson depending on group size; camp pricing by phone

The practical stuff

Parking

Free on-site lot

Use the Surfers Beach dirt lot; parking is limited on busy beach days.

Restrooms

Indoor restrooms

There is no dependable restroom at the Surfers Beach meeting area; plan ahead.

Stroller access

Limited

Stairs and sand make stroller use limited.

More amenities

Surfboard included, Surf instruction, Ocean safety, Beach access

About this spot

Long-running local surf school with private and group lessons plus custom spring and summer camps at Surfers Beach.

Long-running local surf school with private and group lessons plus custom spring and summer camps at Surfers Beach.

Classes & schedule

Current lessons · verified Sep 2026

Private & Group Surf Lessons

All ages · must be able to swim

90 min–2 hr

$65–$120/person

Year-round

Available year-round, including holidays · call to book

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Why families like it

A flexible option if you want anything from one focused surf lesson to a longer camp, with hands-on instruction and a strong emphasis on ocean safety and surf etiquette.

A flexible option if you want anything from one focused surf lesson to a longer camp, with hands-on instruction and a strong emphasis on ocean safety and surf etiquette.

Before you go

All students must be able to swim. Lessons run 90 minutes to 2 hours and include a surfboard, safety instruction, and hands-on coaching. Wetsuits are not included, and camp families should bring warm layers, lunch, a towel, and sunscreen.

All students must be able to swim. Lessons run 90 minutes to 2 hours and include a surfboard, safety instruction, and hands-on coaching. Wetsuits are not included, and camp families should bring warm layers, lunch, a towel, and sunscreen.

Please note: This is a parent-curated guide. Information may change, so please verify details with the business before visiting.

The practical stuff

Parking

Free on-site lot

Use the Surfers Beach dirt lot; parking is limited on busy beach days.

Restrooms

Indoor restrooms

There is no dependable restroom at the Surfers Beach meeting area; plan ahead.

Stroller access

Limited

Stairs and sand make stroller use limited.

More amenities

Surfboard included, Surf instruction, Ocean safety, Beach access

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Indoor & community

Indoor & community