Surfing lessons with
Kenny Hebert
From$106.31 per lesson
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Surfing lessons with
Kenny Hebert
From$106.31 per lesson
•98
Happy Student ScoreOutstanding
This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0
98
Happy Student ScoreOutstanding
This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0
About your surfing coach
I've been surfing for over 20 years, competing throughout high school and college, and now stoked to share that passion through personalized coaching. I work with surfers of all levels, from first-timers learning the basics to amateurs refining their skills and taking their surfing to the next level.
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Teaches: Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Newport Beach, California
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 11 lessons
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Accomplishments
🏅Amateur Surfer
➕Former Competitor
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonWe’ll start on the beach covering ocean safety, surf etiquette, and wave basics before moving into paddling technique, the pop-up, and proper stance. Once in the water, I’ll push you into small, safe waves so you can get your first wave and build confidence right away.
Lesson 11+At this stage, you’ll be confidently catching waves on your own, so the focus shifts to refining technique and exploring more challenging conditions. We’ll work on generating and maintaining speed, improving flow between maneuvers, and reading the lineup like a seasoned surfer. You’ll start practicing more advanced turns, better wave selection, and adapting to different breaks so you can surf with confidence anywhere.
Lesson 4-10These sessions focus on building speed, improving positioning, and linking basic maneuvers like bottom turns and cutbacks. You’ll learn to read the ocean more effectively, choose better waves, and surf with consistency and style, setting you up to handle more challenging conditions.
Lesson 2-3Once you’ve had your first taste of surfing, we’ll work on choosing the right waves, positioning yourself in the lineup, and paddling into waves without assistance. You’ll refine your pop-up, start turning with gentle weight shifts, and learn how to ride down the line with more control.
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonWe’ll start with a detailed evaluation of your surfing, either in real time or with pre recorded clips, so we can pinpoint your strengths and areas for improvement. From there we’ll set specific performance goals and begin working on high impact adjustments like shoulder alignment, stance refinement, and body positioning to unlock more power and flow.
Lesson 11+At this stage it’s about sharpening your skill set for competition or high level free surfing. We’ll combine in-water coaching with video analysis, advanced surf specific mobility training, and mental strategies to perform under pressure. The focus is on consistency, creativity, and executing your best surfing in any lineup.
Lesson 4-10We’ll take a deeper look into wave strategy, timing, and advanced body movements. Each session will be paired with ongoing video review to identify micro adjustments for maximizing speed, control, and style. You’ll refine maneuvers like roundhouses, snaps, and barrel riding while learning how to adapt them to different conditions and boards.
Lesson 2-3These sessions focus on translating our first lesson insights into tangible changes in the water. You’ll work on precision maneuvers, tighter turns, and more efficient transitions. We will introduce at-home mobility and strength exercises that directly support your surfing mechanics, helping you progress faster between sessions.
Youth players
Working with kidsFor younger surfers, the focus is on building comfort in the water and having fun while learning the basics. We’ll play simple balance and paddling games, catch small waves together, and celebrate every ride. Safety is always the top priority, and every session is designed to keep kids smiling while they gain skills and confidence.
Working with teenagersFor teenagers, lessons mix skill building with a fun, relaxed atmosphere. We’ll work on the fundamentals of paddling, pop ups, and wave selection while also encouraging self expression and style. Teens will learn at their own pace, with plenty of opportunities to try new maneuvers and enjoy the social side of surfing.
What you need to bringStudents are responsible for bringing or renting their own wetsuit. I can recommend local rental options if needed.
What I can bringFor beginners, I provide a stable, forgiving softtop surfboard to make learning easier and safer. For experienced surfers, I have an array of high-performance shortboards you can choose from.
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's
why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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