SURFING PRIVATE LESSON
The individualized attention you receive during a surfing private lesson will help you to learn at an accelerated rate. With instructors working closely with you individually, you will be standing up and surfing a wave before you know it!
What Will I Learn?
No matter your surf experience level, our surf instructors help you focus on proper body positioning, pop-up technique, and board management. Before the private lesson begins, let your surf instructor know your goals for the day so they can work to help you achieve them.
Is this the right class for me?
An MBAC Surfing Private Lesson is a great fit for anyone looking for an individualized surf class. This is an in-depth class with close one-on-one water instruction. Whether you are a beginner surfer or shred like Kelly Slater, a private surfing lesson will provide personalized in-water instruction based on your goals.
Requirements
- The minimum age requirement is 6 years old.
- A general liability waiver is required to participate. Anyone under 18 must have a waiver signed by their parent or legal guardian.
- Participants must acknowledge and show that they are water-safe (able to swim 50 meters and comfortably tread water). You will complete a swim assessment in the flat water of Mission Bay before entering the ocean.
How to Prepare
Wetsuits and surfboards are provided. Standard bathing suits are typically worn underneath wetsuits.
Bring sunscreen and a refillable water bottle. MBAC has a water bottle refilling station and there are a number of restaurants nearby, but keep in mind that food and drink are not available for purchase at MBAC. Lockers and showers are provided.
Parking can be a challenge at MBAC, especially during the summer months. Please visit our parking page for more information.
What's Next?
After a private lesson, you will feel better about your surfing and ocean skills. If you want to surf more consistently on your own, MBAC also offers surfboard and wetsuit rentals.
Rates
Rates above are for a 2-hour lesson (minimum). Additional hours will incur additional charges.
Additional persons are $20/hour per person, up to 5 participant maximum.
For lessons for more than 5 participants please see special events.
We are currently scheduling surfing private lessons by request only. To request a lesson, please call us at 858-488-1000 or email mbac@sdsu.edu. We prefer at least 7 days' notice to best accommodate your request.