Santa Monica Beach Tower 20Surfing Venue in Santa Monica, CA
- 5.0(49 coach reviews)
- 2 coaches
- From $65 per lesson

Outdoor surfing court in Santa Monica
Every coach below teaches at Santa Monica Beach Tower 20. Pick the one who fits your level, and they handle the rest.

“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. 🌊”Emma Q., student
About GabrielFor 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.Go to profile
“Michael was an amazing instructor. He was kind and very patient. I am 62 yrs young woman and it has been my dream to learn how to surf. Hey better late than never! lol. Michael was able to make the lesson enjoyable and took the fear out of me. I can’t wait for my next lesson with him!!!!”Quynn S., student
About MichaelAloha 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!Go to profileTower 20 at Santa Monica Beach is a historic lifeguard tower known as the Inkwell, a surfing spot with cultural significance as the site where Nick Gabaldon pioneered surfing in the 1940s.
This is one of the busiest venues in the area. Weekday mornings and mid-afternoons are typically your best bet for an open court or a focused lesson.
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Lessons at Santa Monica Beach Tower 20 start at $65 per lesson. The exact price depends on the instructor, the session length, and whether you book solo or split a group lesson with friends.
Santa Monica Beach Tower 20 is an outdoor venue, so weather matters. Your instructor will reach out a few hours before your lesson if rain is in the forecast and offer a free reschedule.
2 TeachMe.To surfing instructors teach regularly at Santa Monica Beach Tower 20. Browse profiles above to pick the one that fits your level and schedule.
Pick from 2 surfing coaches who teach here and book a time that works for you.
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. 🌊
Michael was an amazing instructor. He was kind and very patient. I am 62 yrs young woman and it has been my dream to learn how to surf. Hey better late than never! lol. Michael was able to make the lesson enjoyable and took the fear out of me. I can’t wait for my next lesson with him!!!!
Mikey’s the best! He’s patient, encouraging, and brings a great attitude to the learning process. He gives concrete specific feedback to improve each session. I’ve had a few surf instructors and he’s definitely one of the best! Highly recommend!