Surfing is the source. It will change your life! Locals is the source of surfing! They will change…read moreyour life! Good people at a great spot. Throw on a 5mm and go year round!

I really wanted to like this school but after thinking on everything that's happened, it's really…read morenot great. My first session, we did basic stance on sand then we were in the water with an instructor who was pushing me onto waves. He just kept talking with other instructors and wasn't really teaching me anything. When I asked questions on form or technique he'd give me short answers in an agro tone. During one of the wave rides I fell off the board and it hit me in the throat and I was under water for a little. No one noticed lol not one instructor. Maybe because they were too busy talking about the surf spots like to go to. Second time my session ended up being on a day of a storm and the waves were insanely big. They still got us out into the water - I was scared since it was my second timer ever. I think it was stupid for them to hold the session instead of offering to come back another time. I could barely get over the waves and was flipped over multiple times. When I come out to Rockaways I always see that instructor I had my first session with and he acts super agro still. Maybe he doesn't like women bc he seems to get on with the guys. Don't know what the deal is but I'd recommend doing a session with a private instructor in the area instead of this school.

Raw and elemental is what this beach is, just an expanse of sand and dunes and grass and many…read moreshorebirds. It's magical if you like to be far from the maddening crowd, and can handle being far from a working toilet too. As you head further out, the beach has, thankfully, less garbage than by Fort Tilden, though you might find, as we did, when you stroll along the shore an occasional dead blowfish, jellyfish, a horseshoe crab. The music you hear will be surf, gently rolling in or hammering at the shore and the occasional screeches of birds. A top site for birding, this beach didn't disappoint and we didn't even visit at peak migrating times. Just be careful if you walk further up along the sands and watch for signs that tell you not to disturb the nesting areas. Nature's ecosystem is more fragile than you think. The beach is a trek from Fort Tilden. You do need a permit if you have a car as the rangers here do check. If you don't have a car, be prepared to hike, and hike, and hike from Fort Tilden. It's a shorter walk if you take the trails from Fort Tilden and might seem endless if you walk along the shore. For all those of you who post on your profile that you love beach walks, well, Breezy Point will offer you the chance to prove your words!

As a self professed beach lover and comber, I've scoured many locations for what I would consider a…read morebefitting location. Not overcrowded, clean and somewhat family oriented. A buddy of mine has had a house on Breezy Point for years, its been with his family for about three generations. From Grandpa, the ole salty dog, too his parents, everyone within his family and amongst his friends -- everyone seemed so happy and light of heart. Beach living can do that for a person. Changes in latitudes, changes in attitudes. We fished off the docks, we swam in tbe water at sunlight, played music, danced and sang after the clam bakes at moonlight. Cracked a brew or two in the process. The strip of stores have minimal offerings, but with all the peaceful and easy feelings to swim within on land, the necessities can wait.

Tommy the owner is worth the price of admission. Hysterically funny and very knowledgable about…read morethe surf industry. The shop has a great selection of boards and tees and clothes. Really a first rate shop for gear and boards.

Great little shop. Has a large selection of beach goodies and local merch. They were friendly and…read morehelpful too.

BOTTOM LINE: crowded alternative adjacent to Jacob Riis Park…read moreTIP/S: go early, exit early ...WHO: party of 1 WHY: curiosity WHAT: (Deets) I followed the crowd across the ball field to this beach. Compared to other beaches, there is less space to spread out because much of the land is roped off for nature preserve. Family friendly but folks were too close to one another IMO. I will say though, that the water seemed less littered with plastic and random waste, and I didn't have to tread through rocks and sharp shells to go in waist deep. That was a welcome surprise. WHEN: 7/12/20 WHERE: beach HOW: bike/ public transportation Q35 BATHROOM: 2 options, just off the water are port o johns. In the park area closer to the stables are separate gender restrooms. I used neither. WIFI: beats me DRESS CODE: as you wish SERVICE: n/a

Beach-goers are not allowed to park, or swim/bathe/wade at Fort Tilden. Dogs are not allowed on the…read morebeach in the Spring and Summer. Dogs are never allowed off-leash here, or anywhere else in Gateway National Recreation Area. Please, see my 2016 review below for all of the details! :) There is a nice bathroom with water fountains at Fort Tilden, but it closes around 5 pm (or sometimes earlier). There is no parking without a permit, unless you are there for a sports league, the community garden, theater, fishing (permit required), or some other official business. Where you can swim: https://www.nps.gov/gate/planyourvisit/beaches.htm Safety: https://www.nps.gov/gate/planyourvisit/safety.htm Dogs: https://www.nps.gov/gate/planyourvisit/pets.htm Why you cannot let your dog off-leash, or on the beatch: https://www.nps.gov/gate/learn/news/pet-restrictions-during-plover-season.htm Frequently Asked Questions: https://www.nps.gov/gate/frequently-asked-questions-gateway.htm

I highly recommend New York Surf School. I booked a 4 hour (double-session) because I figured it…read morewould take a me a while to get the hang of it. The water was 65 degrees, but with the wet suit they provided I felt comfortable the whole time. The board was a 9 foot foam top with three fins. Angela provided on-beach instruction on how to paddle and pop-up -- which was pretty quick, so we got right in the water. Andrew took us in the water and we started catching waves right away. He puts you in just the right position and gives you a push and tells you when to pop-up. We basically caught a ton of waves all day with tips on form throughout. Andrew is very nice and a pleasure to hang with. The waves were small, maybe 2 to 3 feet, but it was perfect for learning how to stand up and ride straight in to the beach.

I really recommend going surfing in the Rockaways if you're looking for a fun activity to do…read more My biggest regret was not going to Rockaway Beach more frequently because of how accessible by public transportation it is.....it just takes a bit of time depending on where you live. I've surfed before, but wanted to try this school out since it's been a while and was unfamiliar with the waves. I did the $90 group package and it was definitely worth it. They provided the wetsuit and board, so all you had to bring was yourself. The instructors were super friendly and encouraging. The guy I had did a really great job of just simply explaining key points so you can get on your board and ride. The amount of time spent surfing is plentiful and you will have a ton of chances to ride nice waves. My recommendation is to google the wave heights and coordinate the best time to ride. Would definitely do it again, and I think for next year I'm contemplating on buying a 10-pack package so I can go more often. Surfs Up!

Rented some surfboards here. My friend rented booties and gloves and a wetsuit…read more We had a great 2 hour surf session on a frigid day. So fun though. It cost me $15 to rent the board for 2 hours. Very reasonable. The staff is kind and nice. They let you change inside and store all your stuff there. Super nice of them, I don't know how we would've kept our stuff safe without them. Thanks!

Here's THE place to go in Rockaway to buy a surf board and surfing gear. Jenny was just sooo…read morehelpful in advising us as to the best board to buy for my son He's a beginning surfer and we were told to get a 9 foot foam board. All the other places in Rockaway had no inventory. But here at Breakwater, they had a nice variety. Thanks again Jenny! You are a riot to boot!

Ive been coming to beach for yearssss and it is one of my favorites in the city. It is very easy to…read moreget to. I usually drive and park in the lot for a fee. Im not sure how much it was this year. This time I took the bus right into the beach from Brooklyn. It was crowded as I forgot it was Labor Day which was cool. I was able to get a decent spot. The concessions were open and the beach was hot and the water was clean and cool. Years ago I use to come for brunch in winter which was good. I wonder if they still have it. I would be back soon. Hopefully for brunch or coffee at least since fall is upon us :-)

Came to the beach for a few hours. Nice and quiet. The weather perfect. I wish they had vending…read morespots otherwise it was perfect.

I had an awesome experience surfing with their instructor, max, great guy and super knowledgeable…read more He got me standing up on a wave on my second try. By the end of it I was paddling out and standing up on my own. This is a great business and offered an awesome experience. Couldn't be happier

I've been infected. I'm addicted. I can't stop thinking about it. And I'm ready for more…read more.. No, it's not the latest Justin Bieber hit song. It's the sensation you get as you ride an incoming wave. There's no greater feeling in the world than having a wave barrel around you as you glide effortlessly across its face on a 7' surfboard going Mach 10. Time slows down. Your senses are heightened. You feel the splash of the wave as it closes behind you. Your heart is pumping. Your adrenaline level surges as you punch out of the tube and back into reality. Thanks to Elliot's coaching, I was lucky enough to experience my first "tube ride" down in the shores of Puerto Rico at his surf camp. I first attended one of his surfing lessons with some friends over in Long Beach. Everybody had a blast; and from that experience, I decided to sign up for his surf retreat. It was an absolute treat to be down there in PR. He is a great instructor and also a very gracious host. After each surf session in Aguadilla, he showed me the best local eats and also made delicious food at his home to replenish the calories I burned that day. If you've never tried surfing or want to increase your abilities, I highly recommend Elliot as your teacher. Whether its the surf lesson, or his surf retreat down in Puerto Rico, you'll have a great time catching and riding waves. The sea beckons, and I will definitely be back.

Our oldest child (11 years old) was super hesitant after a previous experience that didn't work for…read morehim. They are amazing, professional and awesome. Can't recommend enough!

All of the instructors were so nice and so patient with me as a beginner. Would definitely…read morerecommend!