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The After School Surf Program includes surfing, surf lessons, advanced coaching, private surf guiding, and customized surf tours. Each session focuses on surfing skills with surf lessons led by professional instructors, and board and wetsuit are included. The program takes place in the fall and winter and is offered three days a week.
• Ages: 6–18 years old
• Schedule: Meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:30–5:00pm, with 1.5-hour sessions
• Price: Beginner Surfer $90; Intermediate / Advanced Surfer $75
The After School Surf Program is part of California Surf Experience, which was founded in 2015. It is owned and founded by World Surf League competitor Ryan Croteau, a highly respected surfer and world traveler who calls Laguna Beach home. One of Ryan’s students won the West Coast Champion title in the Western Surfing Association in 2022, and another student qualified for the USA surf team in 2022. California Surf Experience states that its mission is to provide an unforgettable experience on the California waves, allowing participants to live the California dream, and uses the motto, “Life’s all about the experiences.” The program notes a focus on safety, fun, technique, ocean safety, and improvement each session, and describes itself as educational and fun, with participants joining other like-minded kids and creating memories and friendships. It is described as a great place for young surfers to learn surfing or take their current skills to the next level, with a personalized surf experience handcrafted for each group, top-of-the-line equipment, and exceptional instruction in the clear waters of Laguna Beach.
California Surf Experience reports that it is the #1 ranked surf school in Laguna Beach and that it is conveniently located to service the Irvine, Dana Point, San Clemente, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, and Long Beach areas. The program is described as a perfect after school activity paired with expert, knowledgeable instructors, with surf lessons provided by professional instructors and a focus on the participant and their group only.
Parent and participant reviews on TripAdvisor describe timely and organized communication, positive and outgoing attitudes from Ryan and instructor Shane, and a patient approach to teaching that had one reviewer “near-dreading the end of the lesson.” Other reviewers describe Ryan as extremely competent and humble, with strong and patient leadership, calm enthusiasm, and knowledge of the water and the sport that shows in his teaching and guidance. Multiple testimonials mention feeling comfortable from beginning to end, clear explanations on the sand before entering the water, and expert adjustments during the lesson that led to riding waves into shore with ease.
Last updated July 5, 2026.
• Ages: 6–18 years old
• Schedule: Meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:30–5:00pm, with 1.5-hour sessions
• Price: Beginner Surfer $90; Intermediate / Advanced Surfer $75
The After School Surf Program is part of California Surf Experience, which was founded in 2015. It is owned and founded by World Surf League competitor Ryan Croteau, a highly respected surfer and world traveler who calls Laguna Beach home. One of Ryan’s students won the West Coast Champion title in the Western Surfing Association in 2022, and another student qualified for the USA surf team in 2022. California Surf Experience states that its mission is to provide an unforgettable experience on the California waves, allowing participants to live the California dream, and uses the motto, “Life’s all about the experiences.” The program notes a focus on safety, fun, technique, ocean safety, and improvement each session, and describes itself as educational and fun, with participants joining other like-minded kids and creating memories and friendships. It is described as a great place for young surfers to learn surfing or take their current skills to the next level, with a personalized surf experience handcrafted for each group, top-of-the-line equipment, and exceptional instruction in the clear waters of Laguna Beach.
California Surf Experience reports that it is the #1 ranked surf school in Laguna Beach and that it is conveniently located to service the Irvine, Dana Point, San Clemente, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, and Long Beach areas. The program is described as a perfect after school activity paired with expert, knowledgeable instructors, with surf lessons provided by professional instructors and a focus on the participant and their group only.
Parent and participant reviews on TripAdvisor describe timely and organized communication, positive and outgoing attitudes from Ryan and instructor Shane, and a patient approach to teaching that had one reviewer “near-dreading the end of the lesson.” Other reviewers describe Ryan as extremely competent and humble, with strong and patient leadership, calm enthusiasm, and knowledge of the water and the sport that shows in his teaching and guidance. Multiple testimonials mention feeling comfortable from beginning to end, clear explanations on the sand before entering the water, and expert adjustments during the lesson that led to riding waves into shore with ease.
Last updated July 5, 2026.
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