Laguna Beach Surf School

Laguna Beach Surf School offers private surf lessons and group surf lessons, both year-round and 90 minutes long. Group surf lessons have a 3:1 student-to-instructor ratio, and soft top surfboards and wetsuits are provided for lessons. The program also offers Summer Surf Camp, Spring Break Surf Camp, Winter Break Surf Camp, birthday parties, and corporate events.

Programs

• Private surf lessons — Year-round; 90 minutes · One-on-one surf experience. Soft top surfboard and wetsuit are provided.
• Group surf lessons — Year-round; 90 minutes · $125 per session · 3:1 student to instructor ratio. Soft top surfboard and wetsuits are provided.
• Birthday parties — Group surf lessons for birthday parties.
• Corporate events — Group surf lessons for corporate events.
• Summer Surf Camp — Youth ages 8+ · 5-day camp; Mon-Fri 9:00 am-2:00 pm; June 15-August 21 · $680 per week · Summer surf camp in Laguna Beach. Students must be able to swim. Lunch is not included.
• Spring Break Surf Camp — Youth ages 8+ · 5-day camp; 9:00 am-2:00 pm · $650 per week · Spring Break surf camp in Laguna Beach. Students must be able to swim. Lunch is not included.
• Winter Break Surf Camp — Youth ages 8+ · 5-day camp; timing not stated · Winter Break surf camp is available.

At a glance

• Ages: 8–18 years old
• Price range: $125–$680
• General schedule: Year-round private and group surf lessons; week long summer surf camp; Summer Surf Camp, Spring Break Surf Camp, and Winter Break Surf camps are available.

About the provider

Laguna Beach Surf School has been operating since 2001. Its leadership team includes Mo van de Wall, Camp Counselor Steven Chew, Lead Instructor Cayla Henderson, and experienced surf coaches. The school says it provides a fun and safe surf experience for beginners and advanced students, and that students learn basic surfing techniques and ocean-awareness skills. It is the only certified Laguna Beach City surf camp in town, and its coaches are CPR and First Aid certified. It also teaches ocean and beach preservation and coastal biology with guest teachers from the Surfrider Foundation.

All surfing levels are welcome. No surf experience required for camp. Students must be able to swim. Group lessons have a 3:1 student to instructor ratio. Youth ages 8+ are offered basic to advanced surf instruction. Friday FUN-day includes walking to Circle K for treats and receiving a goodie bag.

Last updated October 4, 2026.