Surf Camps
- Water Safety, First Aid, & CPR Certified
- Surfboard and Wetsuit Provided
- Pacific Beach Location: Open all year round
- Ocean Beach Location: Open from March-October
- Summer Surf Camps: 6/1/25-8/31/25
- Spring Surf Camps: 3/24/25-4/4/25
- Fall kids Camps: 11/24/25-11/28/25
- Winter Kids Surf Camps: 12/22/25-01/02/26
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PACIFIC BEACH SURF LESSONS ARE OFFERED: June, July & August. A CHOICE OF EITHER: MON,TUE,WED,THU,FRI.
- HALF-DAY A.M. SAN DIEGO SURF CAMP ARE FROM 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.($155)
- HALF-DAY MID-DAY SAN DIEGO SURF SCHOOL ARE FROM 12:30 P.M. – 3:30 P.M.($145)
- HALF-DAY SUNSET PACIFIC BEACH AND MISSION BEACH SURF LESSONS ARE FROM 3:30 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.($89)
- FULL-DAY A.M. PACIFIC BEACH AND MISSION BEACH SURF CAMP ARE FROM 9:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.($300)
PREMIUM SAN DIEGO SURF SCHOOL RATES APPLY FOR AM&MID SURF CAMPS DUE TO HIGH DEMAND.
*** We will be closed on the 4th of July.
SAN DIEGO SURF LESSONS ARE OFFERED: June, July & August. A CHOICE OF EITHER: MON,TUE,WED,THU,FRI.
- HALF-DAY A.M. PACIFIC BEACH SURF CAMP ARE FROM 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.($155)
- HALF-DAY MID-DAY PACIFIC BEACH SURF LESSONS ARE FROM 12:30 P.M. – 3:30 P.M.($145)
- HALF-DAY SUNSET SAN DIEGO SURF SCHOOL CAMPS ARE FROM 3:30 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.($89)
- FULL-DAY A.M. SAN DIEGO SURF LESSONS ARE FROM 9:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.($300)
PREMIUM SURF LESSONS SAN DIEGO RATES APPLY FOR AM&MID SURF CAMP SAN DIEGO DUE TO HIGH DEMAND.
*** We will be closed on the 4th of July.
Pacific Beach Surf Camps and Ocean Beach Surf Camps are Offered: Summer, Spring, Winter & Fall. Please note that the following:
- Service Fee is not included
- Wetuits and surfboards are included
- For Full Day Camps, please sign up for AM & Mid Day
- Please bring water, sunscreen, towels, and swimsuits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer transportation to the beach?
We do not offer transportation to the beach; we appreciate your understanding in making your transportation arrangements there.
What beach will we be surfing at?
Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach, Mission Beach, or La Jolla.
What if it's raining on the day of my lesson?
Whether it’s raining or the sun is shining, it makes no difference. We surf in any weather.
What should I bring to the surf lesson?
A towel, bathing suit, sunscreen (if weather requires), water, sweatshirt, sweatpants when it is overcast or cloudy, lunch or a snack. A hat and sunglasses are optional.
Can I wear my glasses or contact lenses?
Unfortunately not, since they could be a hazard.
How early should I arrive?
Please arrive in the area 20 minutes prior to the start of our surf instructions to secure a parking spot and complete the signing of your surf waiver (release form).
Pricing Information
Offered in Fall, Winter, Spring & Summer
1 Day(Mon-Sun)
AM (9 – 12)
$165
Midday (12:30 – 3:30)
$165
Sunset (3:30 – 5)
$94
- Service fee not included
- Wetsuits and Surfboards Included
- Please bring: Water, Sunscreen, Towel & Swimsuits
2 days(Th-Fri)
AM (9 – 12)
$275
Midday (12:30 – 3:30)
$275
Sunset (3:30 – 5)
$155
- Service fee not included
- Wetsuits and Surfboards Included
- Please bring: Water, Sunscreen, Towel & Swimsuits
3 Days(Mon-Wed)
AM (9 – 12)
$355
Midday (12:30 – 3:30)
$355
Sunset (3:30 – 5)
$200
- Service fee not included
- Wetsuits and Surfboards Included
- Please bring: Water, Sunscreen, Towel & Swimsuits
5 days(Mon-Fri)
AM (9 – 12)
$485
Midday (12:30 – 3:30)
$485
Sunset (3:30 – 5)
$305
- Service fee not included
- Wetsuits and Surfboards Included
- Please bring: Water, Sunscreen, Towel & Swimsuits
Discover the excitement and adventure of the ocean as you learn to surf with San Diego Surf School! Offered as half day and full day week-long camps, surfers will learn:
- Surfing basics
- Surf etiquette
- Wave selection
- Ocean safety and awareness
We guarantee safety and personalized instruction with small class sizes, and 3:1 surfer to instructor ratios (the best in the industry). The results will be amazing, as you cheer on your surfer riding the waves of San Diego.
Offered: June, July, August
- AM/Morning Session (9am-1200pm) and
- Mid-Day/Afternoon Session (12:30pm-3:30pm)
- Sunset Session (3:30pm-5:00pm)
- Full Day: AM & MID-DAY Session available (9am-3:30pm)
Monday-Friday (5-Day, 3-Day, 2 Day, and 1-Day)
5-17 (beginner, intermediate, advanced) (Groms, Youth, Teens)
Looking an option for adults? Check out our Adult Retreats.
3:1 Student to instructor ratio
- Surfboard
- Wetsuit
- Snacks
- Pizza Wednesday!
- Photos Wednesday
- Free T-shirt (5 days & 3 days participants)
- Introduction
- Safety talks and stretching
- Water safety
- Surfing foundations and water hazards
- Surfing; 20 minute rehydration; surfing
- Ocean Knowledge
- Safety talks and stretching
- Currents, wave types, and wind
- How to catch and read waves
- Surfing; 20 minute rehydration; surfing
- Free surfing and picture taking
- Demos by the surf coaches
- Surfing tricks and maneuvers
- Surfing; 20 minute rehydration; surfing
- Practice, Practice, Practice…
- More advanced surfing techniques.
- Surfing; 20 minute rehydration; surfing
- Summary of the week
- Surfing: students are able to catch waves independently
- Surfing; 20 minute rehydration; surfing
- Celebration Party