Aqua Surf School

My surfing lesson with Chris at Zuma beach was amazing. Chris was knowledgeable, personable, and the perfect mix of fun and professional. It was my first time surfing, and he provided a thorough basics lesson on land, some help getting started in the water, and continued providing pointers throughout the lesson.

Chris was a great instructor!!! It was my first time learning to surf and he was so relaxed and knowledgeable, I wasn’t scared and stood up the first try! I would highly recommend Chris as a great choice for first timers and more experienced surfers. The location at Zuma Beach was beautiful and so clean… I can’t wait to go back and have another lesson! Thanks Chris!!!

So I have 2 teenage daughters who have had lessons with Aqua Surf and every time they love it. I have to thank the school for allowing me to use the package I bought over like 2 years. They were cool about that, and pretty much always were able to get me an instructor at the last minute, which is usually when I booked.
The most recent lesson was a couple weeks ago in Malibu, and our instructor Chris was really cool. Chris is very patient, and supportive of my daughter who is a beginner for sure. He even shot her surfing on his GoPro, and my daughter is so pumped to see it. He also taught her about the ocean, the swells, the tide etc, and safety.
So if you are looking to learn how to surf, you can’t go wrong with Aqua Surf. No pressure, and very laid back.

Allen was our surf instructor. He was great. The cost was reasonable. The location in Santa Monica was very good. My daughter got up and surfed the first hour. Big fun.

Nic’s a great instructor and cool as well. I rode waves for 2 hours. He had me up on the 2^nd wave I ever caught. The ride just kept getting better. I’m going surfing tomorrow morning. I’m hooked.

AMAZING! I couldn’t of asked for a better school, 1^st instructor & experience for my daughters, ages 9 & 11. David Gardner surpassed my expectations in every way. My girls have been dreaming about surfing for months so when the opportunity arose I called Aqua Surf School. David explained to them basic ocean safety and helped them feel confident and safe in the water and on the board. They both had plenty of time in the water and were able to stand up a few times on the board. Absolutely priceless!

I called and spoke to David Gardner who set me up with my first ever surfing lesson. Communication was excellent and clear. We confirmed night before and the next morning was all good. He taught me how to read waves and safety stuff like how to turtle roll and release the leash and duck diving. Then I learned and practiced popping up on the board which was challenging since I am 42 years old with a twisted body that works ok but not tip top. Then off to the water and I was up on the board first shot at a wave then the second wave and third. Man this is fun stuff no wonder people loose their mind and wanna do this all day long or at least until your arms give out. Then David taught me that the board can rest you if you sit up and float on it correctly and muscles recover pretty fast that way. Sweet, well another set came it and I was surfing for about an hour before I got tired and satisfied. I booked another session right away with David. He saw me get excited and really was kind and patient with me and modified techniques with me to suit my body challenges.
I learned so much and now can’t stop dreaming of surfing again.

We recently moved from Texas and my girls had surfing at the top of their list. They are 11 and 13. Friends came from Texas to visit and we set up next to the surf school they had for the morning. I went up and talked with Allen who quickly found a instructor– Adam. The girls had a blast and we loved watching them. The ocean quickly turned into ‘washing machine’ type waves during the lessons which caused some concern from us moms, but our fears were allayed with Adam. He is completely competent, professional, great with the kids and kept our kids safe. They were able to stand and ride the waves after 30 min with him. TOTALLY recommend Adam and Aquasurf. The next wave of friends come in next week and we will be back. Tip: Reserve in the morning. The waves are smoother.

I was very apprehensive about finding a ‘safe’ surf school. It only takes one minute for something to go wrong. After much research, I decided on Aqua Surf. When I met the instructors and saw how they stayed with the kids I was sold. Not only was my son safe but he was surfing right away. Allen, was the best! He explained all the safety measures they take to ensure the kids are safe at all times. The final thumbs up came from my son. He couldn’t wait to get there (even when it was cold) and never wanted to leave. He ‘buddied’ up with one of the coaches and had a great time. This is our second year and I’m sure it won’t be the last.