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The 7 Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara That Are Worth the Drive

7 tours  ·  from $85 a head

The good surf lessons in Santa Barbara clear out on weekends and holiday Mondays. Below: the 7 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Private Surf Lesson with Instructor, Board, & Wetsuit - The first 15 minutes on the sand
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Private Surf Lesson with Instructor, Board, & Wetsuit

1.Private Surf Lesson with Instructor, Board, & Wetsuit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85Our pick

Learn to surf south of Santa Barbara with a private instructor, board, and wetsuit included in this 90-minute beginner lesson.

“Madison was a delightful instructor for my two kids. She was knowledgeable, supportive and friendly. The kids had a blast and had many wonderful things to say about Madison. Thank you!”

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Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner's Surf Lesson - Finding the surf van at Mondos Beach
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Santa Barbara: 1.5-Hour Private Beginner’s Surf Lesson

2.1.5-Hour Private Beginner’s Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 18 reviews · from $85

Learn to surf in a private 1.5-hour lesson at beginner-friendly Mondos Beach near Santa Barbara, with board, wetsuit, and safety coaching included.

“The teacher was great and very friendly. Unfortunately, we couldn't start until a little later because he was late and the time was deducted from my lesson because the individual lessons are strictly timed. Otherwise everything was great”

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Santa Barbara: Surfing Lessons - What you practice once you reach the water
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Santa Barbara: Surfing Lessons

3.Surfing Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $89

Learn to surf in Santa Barbara with expert coaching, wetsuit, board, and small-group instruction designed for first-time surfers.

“We had an awesome time learning to surf, we are complete novices, but our coach Dario explained everything thoroughly and had us all standing on the boards and riding waves in no time.”

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Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (2 Hours) - The sand lesson makes the first waves less confusing
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Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (2 Hours)

4.Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (2 Hours)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Learn to surf at Mondo's Beach near Santa Barbara with a small group, professional instruction, board, and wetsuit included.

“Beau did a terrific job. He was very friendly, informative and patient with us. We really got up on the boards and enjoyed the waves!!! We will book this activity again when we go back to this area.”

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Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude - Going straight to the surf break
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Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude

5.Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Learn to surf in Santa Barbara with Micah, with fitted wetsuits, personal coaching, flexible pickup, and plenty of time in the water.

“Loved surfing with Micah. He is super friendly and fun. He gave me an awesome experience surfing. He is super kind and motivating. Highly recommend taking some lessons with him.”

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Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours) - Meeting at Mondo’s Beach near Ventura
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Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours)

6.Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $119

Learn to surf at Mondo’s Beach near Santa Barbara with gear, patient instruction, ocean practice, and a possible beach lunch.

“The whole experience was just unbelievable, Alex was the best instructor ever, kind, patient and just overall fantastic!! By the end we were all riding the waves it was just amazing!!! Thank you Alex!!!!”

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1-on-1 Private Surf Lesson in Santa Barbara - Why the private format works for families
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1-on-1 Private Surf Lesson in Santa Barbara

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