Go Surf LA

To put it simply… Pete was amazing. I’ve been surfing for a couple of years… and he knew exactly what I was stuck on /​how I could improve my wave count. And what a nice guy… if you want to learn how to surf he’s your man. Thanks for a great day in the water Pete!!!

Used these guys to take my sister surfing while she was visiting from out of town. Peter was a wonderful instructor and was able to help us understand where we were doing well and where we could improve. I liked that he wasn’t afraid to call us out when we goofed up. Convenient spot close to beach with wetsuits and boards ready to go. Check them out!

Go Surf LA is THE spot if you are looking to take surf lessons in the LA area. Peter and his crew were amazing. I have surfed for a number of years. I’m not amazing, but surfing changed my life. My girlfriend recently took a high stress job in the LA area and for her birthday I wanted to get her out in the ocean and introduce her to surfing. So I made a few phone calls and did my research and settled on Go Surf LA. Website was solid and informative. Peter was very prompt at returning my calls and texts and with zero hassle we set up a time and date.
We met at the Venice pier. Waves were clean and really fun. The lesson was perfect. Good on-​land intro to paddling, popping up, surf etiquette, etc. Then we headed out and got wet. Water time was very so fun and very informative. Peter and his guys individualized the experience, meeting us all where we were at. They made a point to give each person detailed feedback and tips to help bring our surfing to the next level. Best of all he gave my girlfriend the gift of surfing. She LOVED it! He taught her to paddle into her own wave. She popped up and rode it to the beach. I could not be happier. Because of this experience she and I get to share days on the water surfing and connecting with the ocean and one another. So stoked! Thanks Peter!

Called multiple times on the phone. E-​mailed as it stated on the voicemail on the phone with no responses. Finally spoke to him on the phone, he asked me to purchase the deal and send a text message letting him know when I would be out. I texted and he stated he would be out of town and that I could contact Unilocal for deals. It was just very unprofessionally handled and it may be slow, but it was just an unorganized mess getting in contact with him and I had already purchased the deals. I’m sure the lessons are great, but I couldn’t even get that far.

This company has changed my life. I started surfing with one of their instructors about 1 month ago, Mike, who is such a great instructor. He is helpful, encouraging and down to earth. Since I’ve been taking lessons from them, I feel like I’m apart of their little surf family (Peter, Justin and Mike) and I feel like I’ve grown a new passion in my life. This team is awesome, friendly and positive dudes to be around.
Thanks guys for everything!!! I can’t wait to continue this surf journey with you.

I was looking for a good place for my 15 year old to have her first surf lesson. After looking at all the reviews on Unilocal and various websites, I chose Go Surf LA. I’m so glad I did. I arranged the lesson with Peter over the phone, who was very prompt texting the details right away. We got there a little early and Justin was really friendly just chatting w/​us. My husband decided to join the group and it was no problem. The lesson included wet-​suits (which they made sure fit each person), the boards and instruction, in and out of the water. There were a total of 8, with three instructors in the water with them. I’m pretty sure everyone was surfing before the 90 minutes was up. My crew had a great time, I didn’t join because who would take the pictures?

Peter and his crew were really helpful and reassuring. Justin was my instructor, and made me feel completely comfortable and confident in my first attempt at surfing. By the end of the lesson I was comfortable enough to pick waves on my own. I even got up a few times! I’m no pro, but they definitely make me want to keep at it and gain some skill.
They also rent boards so you can practice on your own if you wish. I’ll be back for sure!

Took a group lesson with Justin and it was so awesome! This was my 3^rd lesson ever, and the first time I actually dropped in– so amazing! Justin did a great job explaining how to read the waves and sharing his surf knowledge. Hope to get out there again soon!

Had a great time surfing with Peter. He’s a wonderful coach and can’t wait to get back on the water with him!

Go Surf LA is AMAZING! Peter and all the instructors he lines up are so great! I have taken lessons with this company 3 times. Twice with friends and once with my dad! I stood up every time and on the most recent lesson my instructor Andres had me standing up on my own. I would NOT go anywhere else and would recommend Go Surf LA to anyone wanting to try surfing!
Thanks again Peter! (insert heart eye emoji!!!) I will be back soon!

I had a 1 on 1 with Peter this weekend and had an absolute blast. He is very patient and cool, with clear instructions on what to do. I stood up and road the wave all the way in twice, which was incredible. I highly recommend this company and am pretty sure there isn’t a better deal for a 1 on 1 surfing class.

That was my first surf lesson ever. Great experience and real fun!
Will definitely continue learning =)
The guys are very helpful and friendly. Everything well organized.

My daughter had such a great experience. Peter gave her a private lesson and she was surfing in less than half an hour. Highly recommended!

Well if you are going to try to learn how to surf this guys will make it happen. Really nice guys and helpful. I did only one lesson with them, however I learned how to surf.
Thank you guys for your great instructions.
P. S. Planning on coming back for a surfing =) so see you soon DuuuuuuuuuuuDes

Peter is the best surf instructor I’ve had thus far. I’ve tried a couple instructors from a different company, but in my one lesson with Peter, I learned more than I had in the other lessons. I was consistently standing up on the board each time he pushed me out and I was able to catch a wave completely on my own.
The semi-​private lesson I had was with two other women and I think Peter has nailed being able to teach multiple people at once. Another younger surf instructor I had previously complained about having to teach group lessons because it was awkward since people tend to be at different levels. Peter, however, was able to teach all of us very elegantly and we all had fun together. Overall, he has a great personality and makes you feel comfortable in the water and on the board. He knows his shit.
I’m definitely going back for more lessons with him.

I love my surf lessons with Peter! I’ve tried a couple different instructors and he has a really effective, unique approach. After my first lesson with him I knew I didn’t want to learn from anyone else.
As someone with a snowboarding and yoga background, I thought getting into surfing would be easy. But when it comes to the Mother Ocean there’s a lot to learn. Peter helped me get to a level where I’m comfortable in the water and can catch waves on my own.
I’m so glad I found Go Surf LA! I refer all my friends who want to get into surfing to Peter and his team of instructors. They just know what’s up!

We initially had signed up to go someone else, but the instructor emailed us an hour before and cancelled class due to a sting from a sting ray. We called Go Surf LA super last minute, but they fit us in right away which was nice. Our instructor, Peter, was super nice and chill. Taught us a little bit before we went into the water and helped when we did go in the water.
I think the biggest drawback is that they advertised a 90 minute lesson, but it was no more than 60 minutes. Maybe he got bored or frustrated with trying to teach us because we were so bad. I wish he had stayed with us longer.
Definite pros: Even though he left us, he let us continue to borrow the wetsuits and boards, which was nice. We stayed an extra hour or so and continued to wipe out. I had some pretty epic ones. Too bad there’s not a video haha

They’re here in santa monica by tower 28 on wknds. And Venice on wkdays. Gives great advice. Rented wetsuit for $ 10, holds license until return. cash only.
Lady was super awesome. Gave great tips to us newbies trying surfing out.
Its not a venue location. Pretty much out of someone’s big van.

My son (10 years old) and I took our first lesson today. We got a bit lost finding them, I texted and left a message and someone called me immediately and walked me through how to find them in the parking lot.
We had Mike as an instructor. He was awesome! Very good with Matthew who was a tad nervous to begin with. I would definitely recommend them and would go again. Thank you!

Just had my first ever surf lesson a couple hours ago and I have to say it was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. I was only down in Southern California for the weekend and I knew I HAD to try surfing. Finding Go Surf LA, I read the positive reviews and promptly signed up online. I had to reschedule a couple of times because of difficulties with my schedule and my friend’s schedule but Peter was totally accommodating and understanding, which left me with an amazing impression.
I highly recommend going to these guys; I had zero prior experience surfing but by the end of my lesson I had gotten a couple of good runs in, standing up and in control. Mike gave me some great pointers each time I went out and I could feel myself improving with each go.
I’m still a baby beginner but I know for sure I’ll be coming back to these guys next time I come visit Santa Monica. A huge thanks to Mike and Peter for a fantastic first time surf!