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Learn Surfing with Daniel

😊82
💰$125 weekly lessons

As an avid waterman my love for surfing, swimming and all things water started at a very young age. At 11, I caught my first wave, completely changing the trajectory of my life. Since then, surfing has become a pillar and priority. Surfing is more than just a sport. To me it’s a lifestyle, an art, an expression, and a meditation that brings unparalleled joy. With 10+ years experiencing teaching children and adults and a few years surfing and traveling around the globe, I’m back in Los Angeles, eager to share the stoke in the place where it all began.

Levels taught: Beginners, Intermediates
Teaches: Adults, Seniors
😊82 Happy student score
🏅Amateur Surfer
📝Lifeguard Certified
🔥5 Lessons

Reviews

Total reviews1
Average rating
5.0
Tommy .Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1
Great coach! Super patient, knowledgeable and taught me a lot. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to learn to surf.

Locations

These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:
25 locations available
Will Rodgers State Park

17700 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272, United States

1989.6 miles away
Outdoors
Santa Monica

200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA

1987.5 miles away
Outdoors
Topanga Beach

Topanga Beach Dr, Malibu, CA 90265, USA

1991.8 miles away
Outdoors
Tower 24

2301 Ocean Way

1987.6 miles away
Outdoors
Venice Beach

1817 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291, USA

1987.4 miles away
Outdoors
Hammerland El porto

4400 The Strand, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, USA

1986.7 miles away
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Hermosa Beach

1 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254, USA

1987 miles away
Outdoors
Redondo Breakwater

355 Yacht Club Way, Redondo Beach, CA, 90277, United States

1987 miles away
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Manhattan Pier

1115 The Strand, Manhattan Beach, CA, 90266, United States

1986.8 miles away
Outdoors
Toes Jetty

6937 Trolleyway South, Los Angeles, CA, 90293, United States

1986.9 miles away
Outdoors
Broad Beach

31200 Broad Beach Rd, Malibu, CA 90265, United States

1988.4 miles away
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Sunset

17128 Pacific Coast Highway, Los Angeles, CA, 90272, United States

1990.1 miles away
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Malibu Point

23401 Malibu Colony Road, Malibu, CA, 90265, United States

1997.1 miles away
Outdoors
Gillis

7701 South Vista, Del Mar, CA, 90293, United States

1986.9 miles away
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Lazy Boys Surf

Lazy Boys Surf Lessons | Santa Monica | Venice Beach | LA, 20 Bicknell Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401, United States

1987.6 miles away
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Hermosa Beach Pier

5 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach, CA, 90254, United States

1986.9 miles away
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Topanga

18776 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA, 90265, United States

1991.7 miles away
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Dockweiler State Beach

Dockweiler State Beach, 12000 Vista Del Mar, Playa del Rey, CA 90293, United States

1986.7 miles away
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Fried Fish

17984 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA, 90265, United States

1991.1 miles away
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Will Rodgers State Beach

1421 Fernwood Pacific Dr, Topanga, CA 90290, USA

1991.8 miles away
Outdoors
Malibu, First Point (Surfrider)

23180 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265, USA

1996.9 miles away
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Topanga

Topanga Canyon, Topanga, CA, USA

1991.2 miles away
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Venice Pier

5138 Venice Fishing Pier, Marina del Rey, CA, 90292, United States

1987.2 miles away
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Manhattan Beach

The Strand, Manhattan Beach, CA, USA

1986.7 miles away
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Sunset Point

17300 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272, USA

1990.3 miles away
Outdoors
Want a lesson at your home or a different location? We can help.

Availability

These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.
sundays
8 AM - 8 PM
mondays
8 AM - 8 PM
tuesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
wednesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
thursdays
8 AM - 8 PM
fridays
8 AM - 8 PM
saturdays
8 AM - 8 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonStart off with a land lesson, going over parts of the board, where to place yourself on the board, paddling and popping up! Review ocean safety and surfing etiquette. Then get out in the water and catch some waves, usually whitewash to start off with while I stabilize the board to ensure a fun ride. Start pushing the individual into waves if he/she progresses to that level.
Lesson 11+With placement and paddling into the wave down, now the individual will learn how to turn the board to ride down the line - the first ultimate intermediate step to surfing!
Lesson 4-10Teach the individual placement and help them learn how to paddle into their own waves. Assist with the push in if still necessary!
Lesson 2-3Depending on where we left off, pushing the individual into whitewash or real green waves out in the lineup if the waves are small enough.
What you need to bringWetsuit - depending on size!
What I can bringSurfboard, leash

Frequently asked questions

Cancellation Policy

We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!

If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.

And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.

Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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