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7 Surfing coaches & instructors for lessons in Venice, CA

These coaches teach at top ranked spots and have great lesson fulfillment & student reviews.

These coaches teach at top ranked spots and have great lesson fulfillment & student reviews.

Jose Maria Vivar profile
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About Jose

Hi, I'm Jose Maria, Your Surf Instructor! 🌊 With over 10 years of experience riding the waves, I’m passionate about sharing my love for surfing with everyone, from beginners to experienced surfers. My goal is to give you the skills to get through the challenges of the waters of life. You can’t stop the waves but you can learn how to surf, so you can confidently ride those waves. Whether you're looking to catch your first wave or improve your skills, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Join me on the beach, and let’s ride the waves together! 🏄‍♂️

What students say...

"José is an excellent teacher. You will enjoy every minute of the class. Bring your own board and wetsuit so you can derive the most benefit from the class.

99Score
Jose
From$142per lesson

Jose

Bio: Hi, I'm Jose Maria, Your Surf Instructor! 🌊 With over 10 years of experience riding the waves, I’m passionate about sharing my love for surfing with everyone, from beginners to experienced surfers. My goal is to give you the skills to get through the challenges of the waters of life. You can’t stop the waves but you can learn how to surf, so you can confidently ride those waves. Whether you're looking to catch your first wave or improve your skills, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Join me on the beach, and let’s ride the waves together! 🏄‍♂️
4.7
71 Lessons given
4.7
Closest
1.0 mi
Venice Fishing Pier
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
💰$142 for weekly lessons
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Gabriel Schnider profile
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For many years, I've been sharing my love of surfing with others, guiding them to find their joy on the waves. As an avid surfer myself, I understand the challenges and exhilaration that come with the sport and am passionate about helping others experience a deeper connection with the ocean. I would love to work with you to improve your skills, confidence and bliss in the water.

What students say...

"I loved how each session with Gabriel helps me improve steadily. The lessons are well-paced and encouraging, making progress feel natural and fun. If you want to develop your surfing skills with an upbeat coach, Gabriel’s lessons are definitely worth trying. You’ll enjoy the experience and see yourself getting better every time. 🌊

Top Rated
98Score
Gabriel
From$57per lesson

Gabriel

Bio: For many years, I've been sharing my love of surfing with others, guiding them to find their joy on the waves. As an avid surfer myself, I understand the challenges and exhilaration that come with the sport and am passionate about helping others experience a deeper connection with the ocean. I would love to work with you to improve your skills, confidence and bliss in the water.
5.0
60 Lessons given
5.0
Nearby
1.8 mi
Santa Monica Beach Tower 20
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
Amateur Surfer
💰$57 for weekly lessons
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Michael Nguyen profile
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Aloha friends! I’m Mikey and I’m just a dude that has been surfing for 30 years now. I started as a teen to be cool and win over the cute girls. I never got the cute girl but I did quickly became obsessed with surfing. Surfing is my life and I’m a surfer. I love to share the stoke of surfing! It’s the most exhilarating and rewarding sport. Actually, I would call surfing a lifestyle. I hope to meet y’all and teach you how to catch a bunch of waves and to appreciate the beauty of the ocean. Y’all will also learn to respect the power of ocean so I keep it safe and most importantly super fun! See ya out in the water and stay stoked!

What students say...

"Mike was encouraging and detailed on techniques which help my progression as a surfer

Top Rated
97Score
Michael
From$93per lesson

Michael

Bio: Aloha friends! I’m Mikey and I’m just a dude that has been surfing for 30 years now. I started as a teen to be cool and win over the cute girls. I never got the cute girl but I did quickly became obsessed with surfing. Surfing is my life and I’m a surfer. I love to share the stoke of surfing! It’s the most exhilarating and rewarding sport. Actually, I would call surfing a lifestyle. I hope to meet y’all and teach you how to catch a bunch of waves and to appreciate the beauty of the ocean. Y’all will also learn to respect the power of ocean so I keep it safe and most importantly super fun! See ya out in the water and stay stoked!
5.0
36 Lessons given
5.0
Closest
0.9 mi
Venice Breakwater
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 6:00 AM
💰$93 for weekly lessons
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Cj Manalo profile
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Hi, my name is CJ! I am local to the Orange County beaches. For years I’ve been in search of those perfect waves, and now, with a decade of experience, I'm thrilled to share that passion with you. My coaching blends technical expertise with a genuine love for the sport, creating a fun, safe and supportive learning environment for surfers of all levels. Through our lessons I hope to not only teach you how to surf, but also show you why this sport brings so much joy into my life. Let’s get you out there shredding on some waves! 🤙🏻🏄🏻‍♂️

What students say...

"Everyone who's trying to learn the basics for surfing CJ is the best man in the job. He's awesome on all areas doesn't lack any motivation when it comes to learning surfing. Amazing Coach is awesome to be around with an amazing attitude. Definitely recommend

Top Rated
97Score
Cj
From$171per lesson

Cj

Bio: Hi, my name is CJ! I am local to the Orange County beaches. For years I’ve been in search of those perfect waves, and now, with a decade of experience, I'm thrilled to share that passion with you. My coaching blends technical expertise with a genuine love for the sport, creating a fun, safe and supportive learning environment for surfers of all levels. Through our lessons I hope to not only teach you how to surf, but also show you why this sport brings so much joy into my life. Let’s get you out there shredding on some waves! 🤙🏻🏄🏻‍♂️
5.0
24 Lessons given
5.0
Far away
26.2 mi
Seal Beach Jetty
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
Amateur Surfer
💰$171 for weekly lessons
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Paul Meyer profile
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I have extensive experience as a private surf coach in Southern California and in Central Florida. I am an Orange County California native who has been surfing since grade school and can teach all levels, from beginners who have never surfed before to intermediate surfers who are looking to hone their skills. I am fully certified as an advanced Lifesaver (with all the requisite knowledge) and worked as a junior lifeguard in Orange County when I was in high school and college.

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Paul
From$107per lesson

Paul

Bio: I have extensive experience as a private surf coach in Southern California and in Central Florida. I am an Orange County California native who has been surfing since grade school and can teach all levels, from beginners who have never surfed before to intermediate surfers who are looking to hone their skills. I am fully certified as an advanced Lifesaver (with all the requisite knowledge) and worked as a junior lifeguard in Orange County when I was in high school and college.
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Closest
0.9 mi
Venice Beach
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
💰$107 for weekly lessons
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Kaden Loversky profile
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South Bay local surfing since age 8! I’m a special ed aide & future school counselor with a cleared MBUSD Livescan. Because of my educator background, I specialize in patience, safety, and building real confidence with kids. I've taught group & private lessons for Camp Surf, graduated from UC Santa Cruz (with a minor in surfing—kidding!), and surfed CA, Costa Rica & Puerto Escondido. Let a vetted educator tailor a fun, supportive surf session for your child!

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Kaden
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Kaden

Bio: South Bay local surfing since age 8! I’m a special ed aide & future school counselor with a cleared MBUSD Livescan. Because of my educator background, I specialize in patience, safety, and building real confidence with kids. I've taught group & private lessons for Camp Surf, graduated from UC Santa Cruz (with a minor in surfing—kidding!), and surfed CA, Costa Rica & Puerto Escondido. Let a vetted educator tailor a fun, supportive surf session for your child!
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6.3 mi
Hammerland
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Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
💰$107 for weekly lessons
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Nicholas Bardales profile
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With two decades of surfing experience and an amateur background, I tailor lessons to each student's needs. My goal is to help you ride waves confidently, safely, and with a smile, regardless of your current skill level.

What students say...

"Totally recommend him!

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Nicholas
From$142per lesson

Nicholas

Bio: With two decades of surfing experience and an amateur background, I tailor lessons to each student's needs. My goal is to help you ride waves confidently, safely, and with a smile, regardless of your current skill level.
5.0
5 Lessons given
5.0
Far away
26.2 mi
Seal Beach Jetty
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
Amateur Surfer
💰$142 for weekly lessons
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Find the right surfing coach in Venice.

We help you find the best surfing coach for your needs. Filter by skill level, group size, and location. Browse our list of surfing coaches that meet your criteria and watch their intro videos to determine if the coach is the right match for you. Our surfing coaches are vetted, reviewed, and rated to make your decision easier. If you're having trouble finding the best surfing lessons near you, reach out to our lessons coordinator by clicking the "Have any questions?" button at the top right of the page.

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Unlike other websites, TeachMe.To lets you schedule your surfing lesson time and location online in seconds. We make the whole process seamless. Other websites for finding Venice surfing lessons and coaches make it hard to book and have very little information on pricing and scheduling. Not with us: we make it easy to find the right date, time, and place to learn surfing.

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It's really that simple.

Private surfing lessons in Venice, California

Private surfing lessons in Venice average $80 for a week of lessons, with 20 vetted coaches available. Every session is private — 1-on-1 by default, or with your invited group — tailored to your level and goals, at a location and time that work for you.

Where can I take surfing lessons in Venice?

Surfing lessons in Venice happen at 1 locations across the city, from Venice Beach to lesser-known neighborhood spots. Bookings open up across weekdays, evenings, and weekend mornings — and if you have a preferred location, your coach meets you there.

How much do surfing lessons cost in Venice?

Private surfing lessons in Venice average $80 for a week of lessons. Booking a lesson package brings the per-lesson rate down, and one-off single lessons are also available — what you pay depends on your coach's experience and the session length you choose.

Frequently asked questions

What to expect when you take a Surfing lesson in Venice

The first lesson for a beginner player

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Coach Gabriel

surfing coach

We will surf together on our first lesson and do a fun assessment of the students’ skills. Based on their abilities and questions regarding how to improve, we will focus on achieving those goals by building a practice program that focuses first on the fundamental skills necessary to accomplish more advanced techniques.

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The first lesson for an advanced player

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Coach Gabriel

surfing coach

We will surf together on our first lesson and do a fun assessment of the students’ skills. Based on their abilities and questions regarding how to improve, we will focus on achieving those goals by building a practice program that focuses first on the fundamental skills necessary to accomplish more advanced techniques.

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What do coaches say I need to bring to my lesson?

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Coach Claudio

surfing coach

If you have your equipment please bring it if not I can provide boards and some sizes of suits. Also when we go to the water we don’t bring much more than suits and board, so you don’t need much for your lesson with me. Also if you are looking to get good at the art of riding waves, I encourage you to start looking to buy your own suit and board, I can provide help for that.

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Coach Nathan

surfing coach

Swim suit, be ready for a good workout

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Coach Gabriel

surfing coach

Wetsuit Towel Dry clothes Sunscreen

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What do coaches say about teaching kids and youth?

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Coach Gabriel

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Coach Axel

surfing coach

When working with kids in surf lessons, I focus on keeping instructions simple and breaking down skills into easy-to-understand steps. I make the lessons fun by incorporating games and playful activities to keep them engaged while practicing their balance and paddling. Safety is a top priority, so I emphasize basic rules like staying close and being aware of the ocean. We start in shallow, gentle whitewash to build confidence before tackling bigger waves. Most importantly, I provide plenty of encouragement to create a positive and supportive learning environment.

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Surfing coaches in Venice, CA

surfing coach with the most lessons taught in Venice

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Coach Dan has taught

47 lessons

The location with the most coaches teaching surfing lessons at

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Venice Beach

Average coach player rating

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4.94

34 total ratings

and here are the coaches with top player ratings:

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Coach Claudio

5.0 (11 ratings)

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Coach Mitt

5.0 (11 ratings)

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Coach Axel

5.0 (2 ratings)

Number of certified coaches in Venice

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4 certified coaches

Average length of time coaches in Venice have been teaching for

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13.24 years on average

How many coaches teach surfing in Venice

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20 coaches

Average cost of a surfing lesson in Venice

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$80 for weekly lessons

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Venice Beach

1817 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291, USA

0.9 miles away • 20 surfing coaches teach here

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Venues for Surfing lessons in Venice

  • Will Rogers State Beach1421 Fernwood Pacific Dr, Topanga, CA 90290, USA
  • Topanga BeachTopanga Beach Dr, Malibu, CA 90265, USA
  • Sunset Point Beach17128 Pacific Coast Highway, Los Angeles, CA, 90272, United States
  • Sunset BeachSunset Beach, Huntington Beach, CA 92649, USA
  • Gillis7701 South Vista, Del Mar, CA, 90293, United States
  • Lifeguard Tower 28Parking lot, Appian Way, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA
  • Bolsa Chica State Beach18128 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA, 92648, United States
  • Seal Beach Jetty2 1st Street, Seal Beach, CA, 90740, United States
  • Topanga BeachTopanga Canyon, Topanga, CA, USA
  • Manhattan Beach Surf Area / El PortoThe Strand, Manhattan Beach, CA, USA
  • Lazy Boys Surf Lessons | Santa Monica | Venice Beach | LALazy Boys Surf Lessons | Santa Monica | Venice Beach | LA, 20 Bicknell Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401, United States
  • Malibu First Point (Surfrider Beach)23180 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265, USA

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