Los Angeles · WORKSHOPS
13 reviewed
Good workshops book up fast in LA, and the great ones go first. Below are the 13 that stand out, with current prices and what makes each different, so you can lock one in before it fills.
Venice Beach surf lesson with wetsuit and board time, land training plus coached ocean riding for beginners and intermediates, $69 for 2 hours.
“The lesson of surf was really amazing, I loved it ! They give good advice, it’s perfect for a beginner like me.”
1.5-hour beginner surf lesson in Santa Monica–Venice. Learn safety and pop-up technique, then ride waves with gear included.
“It was an amazing time! Liam was the best instructor and so patient with our nephews! We would do it again!”
A 2-hour small-group surf lesson in Santa Monica with foam boards, wetsuits, and hands-on coaching on and in the water.
“Great surf lesson. Good waves. Easy to find. Highly recommend. Good teacher. Small group. Good advice for beginners and intermediates.”
2-hour beginner surf lesson on the Venice–Santa Monica border with equipment and instructor included, beach safety drills, then water time.
“Dale was excellent - he was very patient and supportive while trying to learn the ins and outs of surfing!”
Beginner surf class in Venice, CA with board and wetsuit included, a short safety lesson on land, then guided waves in about 2 hours.
“Bought this for my husband as a birthday present. He loved it! He said Martin the instructor was awesome -super helpful/informative & fun. Would definitely recommend! 🤙🏻 🤙🏻”
2-hour private LA surf lesson from Santa Monica with wetsuit and board. Learn pop-up, safety, and enjoy Venice Beach.
A 2-hour private surf lesson in Santa Monica with boards and wetsuits included, one-on-one coaching for beginners and kids 7+.
“Hands down the best surfing lessons ever. Our instructor Jonathan, I hope I’m spelling his name correctly, was amazing. He was fun and he laughed with us. He laughed at us while we were laughing. All together it was an amazing experience and I would recommend it for anyone!”
Private surf lesson in Venice Beach with land training, wetsuit and board included, and coaching that helps beginners stand in ~2 hours.
“My two daughters had a great experience. Paul was super patient and a great instructor. Would absolutely recommend.”
Private 90-minute Malibu surf lesson at Surfrider Beach with personalized coaching for beginners to intermediates, led by local Ric.
“We booked surf lessons two months in advance. Ric showed up at the designated time and place. He looked at one member of our group and said he couldn’t teach him to surf because the boards he brought could only be used by people 180 lbs. or less! He also said that he thought he was just too big to surf on any board! Nowhere on his website or in our communication back and forth was there mention of a weight limit! Surf lessons was to have been one of the highlights of our short LA vacation and it never happened. We were able to go to a surf shop…”
A small-group graffiti workshop in Downtown Los Angeles where a local artist teaches aerosol techniques and you leave with your own art.
“We had a great time during this hands on experience! My boys loved the freedom to just create! It was a fun way to spend a free afternoon together, and our instructor was very supportive!”
Private 2-hour beginner surf lesson in Santa Monica with beach safety training, wave-reading tips, and time to catch waves.
“2 hours of fun and learning - expert tuition and a great bloke - Cheers Jake - good luck in all that you do ! Stephen and Jimmy”
A 2-hour private surf lesson in Venice Beach with land coaching first, included board and wetsuit, and a patient coach for all levels.
“Took a class with my son. Our trainer Jonathan was patient and helped us learn surfing. I even surfed a few waves. It was a wonderful experience.”
A 1.5-hour shared surf lesson in Santa Monica–Venice with all gear included, beach coaching first, then real wave time in the water.
“Even if the gray skies werent on our side my daughter had an amazing time learning how to surf thatnks to her awesome instructor. We will be back again.”
