Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach)
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Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach)
By Adventure Out
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$124.00
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Ages 12-99, max of 8 per group
Duration: 2h 30m
Start time: Check availability
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- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Professional guide
- All Rental Gear at no charge
What's not included- The listed price does not include parking fees.
- Gratuities
- Departure details
- 5000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacifica, CA 94044, USA We meet in parking lot A - the main public beach parking lot on the NORTH side of the Taco Bell Cantina. We'll meet you in the south end of Lot A (closest to the Taco Bell) at the edge of the lot along the sea wall.
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 24921P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Minimum age is 12 years
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- How much is Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach)?
- Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach) price starts from $124.00. Discover and book Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach) on Tripadvisor
- What is the Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach) cancellation policy?
- Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach) cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach) on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach)?
- Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach) is hosted by Adventure Out. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Adventure Out on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach) on Tripadvisor
- How much time do I need for Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach)?
- On average, this experience will take approximately 2h 30m. Discover and book Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach) on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 24921P2
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- GuestSurfer00Professional, effective, and funGreat instructors helped our group all catch waves on our first time out. We went as a work group and it was such a great bonding experience!
- Kari Eilsabeth ... H00Fantastic - All first-timers were able to ride multiple wavesThis surfing course was fantastic. When ordering online I thought “125 USD, that’s not cheap” but I was wrong. This was worth every penny. The theoretical and technical parts of the course was done very thoroughly by our instructor Gerry. I believe that was instrumental in making ALL COURSE PARTICIPANTS able to ride multiple waves. If you cannot ride a wave after having a course with Gerry, chances are you never will. Form start to end, very very good. We were first timers, never touched a surf board before - and it was awesome. Well done you and thank you so much!
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Lolo
1 contribution
Jul 2023
I went out with Amy at 9am on Sunday. I'm have surfed for a year but am still very much a beginner. She was SO knowledgable and made the class very welcoming and engaging. She gave us so many tips and trips for safe paddle outs and it left us feeling equipped to surf on our own the next couple days! I'll def be going back for a round 2.
Written July 17, 2023
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Ali V
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I took the 2-pack of beginner lessons. The instructors were great about teaching you how to surf and pop up and the ways of the water and surf culture to empower you and share the knowledge so you could come back on your own safely. They also encouraged us to stay in touch and were happy to stay connected so we could always ask questions. It was great all the gear was provided and we just had to show up.
Got up a bunch with their help and feel confident going back on my own with some buddies I met taking the course.
Got up a bunch with their help and feel confident going back on my own with some buddies I met taking the course.
Written March 30, 2023
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cliffAO
Thx Ali! You did awesome!
Written March 31, 2023
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Anna N
Chiang Mai, Thailand65 contributions
Jul 2022
I took a two days course to learn surfing in Pacifica with Adventure Out.
All three instructors were amazing, Amy, Rus, and James - lots of explanations, helpful tips and hints right on spot, was so much fun with the guys!
Already on the first day I managed to surf and enjoy the waves, wow what a great feeling, such a beautiful experience to try surfing and connect to the ocean. Highly recommend to anyone.
Best weekend since I moved to SF!
All three instructors were amazing, Amy, Rus, and James - lots of explanations, helpful tips and hints right on spot, was so much fun with the guys!
Already on the first day I managed to surf and enjoy the waves, wow what a great feeling, such a beautiful experience to try surfing and connect to the ocean. Highly recommend to anyone.
Best weekend since I moved to SF!
Written July 31, 2022
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FloB
1 contribution
Aug 2022 • Solo
The format and the teachers were amazing! To be done to start and gain more confidence in the water before catching the big Californian waves 😉To book without any hesitation 👍
Written August 18, 2022
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charlotteeverandall
San Francisco, CA1 contribution
Aug 2022 • Family
Our kids (13) had a couple of group surf lessons and a private session, all with Al. He was a brilliant instructor, taught them so much about the sea, the tide and safety as well as technical skills. He also loaned me a boogie board for my youngest, super kind. They loved it, what a great opportunity to surf the Pacific waves - lucky kids! Thank you Al and Adventure Out.
Written August 17, 2022
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jamesgrace
Toronto, Canada1 contribution
Aug 2022
The instructors were amazing and helpful! They truly wanted to see you learn and thrive. As soon as the lesson started it was the most stress free 3 hrs
Written August 17, 2022
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Hanowj1
Forest Lake, MN2 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
David and Gary did an excellent job teaching our daughters to surf. They had a blast! Highly recommend!!
Written August 12, 2022
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Marie S
1 contribution
Jun 2020 • Family
My 3 kids just took 2 days beginners lesson with James and Brad in Pacifica. They were just amazing. I highly recommend it. This was money well spent! Thank you!
Written June 18, 2020
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cliffAO
Thank you! The kids did GREAT!
Written June 19, 2020
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MorH
2 contributions
Nov 2019
I took a surf lesson last weekend Pacifica (San Francisco). My instructors were James and David. They were absolutely amazing. Extremely kind, patient, and very good coaches. All the gear was supplied and the information was detailed and well delivered. I really felt like these guys WANTED me to surf and were very dedicated to my (and all the students) successS. The whole experience well surpassed my expectations - I will definitely return!
Written November 29, 2019
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Product Overview: Beginner Surfing in San Francisco (Pacifica Beach)
Prices From | $124 |
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Number of Reviews | 12 |
Number of Photos | 2 |
Duration | 150 minutes |