Great experience with awesome instructors - patient, cool - exactly what you'd hope…read more I can say I've surfed after the experience

I had an amazing experience with Endless Sun Surf School! As a total beginner, I was a bit nervous,…read morebut my instructor, Bryan, was incredibly patient, encouraging, and focused on safety the entire time. He gave excellent tips that had me standing up on the board much faster than I expected. The location by Newport Pier is perfect for learning. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to try surfing!

We are complete beginners in our 50s and this was our very first time learning how to surf. Cat and…read moreDom are really good and caring instructors who prepared us with solid basic dry land instructions and made sure we are comfortable getting in the water. FYI, we haven't even been at the beach since covid. So, yeah... first time in the water in a while and learning how to surf. With great instructors anything is possible and it is never too late to learn something new. In the water they made sure we were safe and guided us thoroughly. My wife was able to stand on the board on her first wave. It was really fun. I needed more help and they were always there to coach us right along. We are definitely coming back for more surf lessons. If you want to learn give them a call.

I wish I could give 10 stars! From start to finish, this was…read morean outstanding service experience. The communication was excellent, responses were prompt, and the team genuinely cared about helping my niece achieve her goal--standing up on a surfboard (just like she dreamed!). They didn't just focus on the end result--they spent over two hours patiently working with her, correcting her form, and building her confidence every step of the way. Cat is amazing, Bjorn was incredibly patient and encouraging, and Rosa was so sweet! We couldn't have asked for a better team. Highly, highly recommend!

Catalina Outdoor Adventures was the highlight of our trip to Catalina Island thanks to the…read moreextraordinary knowledge and experience of the owner and guide, Scotty. We spent a few days on Catalina Island and during the trip took an island tour with Catalina Outdoor Adventures. The tour took about three hours and was worth every minute and penny spent. We started off in the center of town (Avalon) at the "Tour Plaza", which is very well known by all locals and many travelers alike. Scotty arrived on time and there were the two in my party, a father and his young son and Scotty. We set out on our adventure which took us all over the island including the "Airport in the Sky" where we stopped for a break. We were there for about 15 minutes which was ample time to enjoy a beer, speed shop for a souvenir if wanted and enjoy the massive tile map of the island. The views were incredible from this vantage point. We were so fortunate for Scotty to take us down to the beach where he to time to teach the young son in the group how to skip rocks on the ocean. The water was nice and the setting was incredible. There was a handful of campers there when we were there and it became evident very quickly that this would be an excellent future camping trip destination which by-the-way Scotty / Catalina Outdoor Adventures offers as well. We saw American Bison throughout the guided tour, some within feet of the vehicle and other in the far distance. There were American Bald Eagles, island foxes and huge ground squirrels everywhere. We stopped by an eagle exhibit and was able to see a Golden Eagle and an American Bald Eagle both in separate aviaries due to injuries and being well cared for by the Catalina Island Conservancy. The weather could not have been better during our three-hour adventure and the knowledge and experience of Scotty (along with some side-splitting jokes) made the trip all the more worthwhile. If you're ever on Santa Catalina Island, do yourself a great favor and reward yourself and those with you to an adventure with Scotty. The guy is top-notch and you will certainly not be disappointed. We will most definitely do this trip again or one of his weekend camping adventures. Thanks again Scotty and Catalina Outdoor Adventures for helping to create a lifelong memory that I will never forget!!

Don't even bother looking anywhere else. Scotty is a great guide and good guy. Sightseeing or…read morepaddle boarding or surfing or scuba -- you name it he can make it happen and show you Catalina like only a local can. Book him soon before he leaves for his cross USA charity bike ride for the needs of Puerto Rican's after the hurricane. Scotty should be the Mayor of Avalon! Thanks and see you next time.

What an awesome experience! I purchased a semi-private surf lesson for a colleague and myself and…read morewe haven't stopped talking about it since! AJ and Shane the instructors were not only super professional but also very knowledgeable and ensured we had the best surf experience possible. I can not wait to surf with them again! I would recommend this company to anyone looking for an awesome surfing experience!

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Dan is Great!!! First time we came it was my wife and me…read more She had a little previous experience and it was first time for me. I didn't become a pro but after about 1.5 hours I was able to catch and ride. My wife was doing even better. Few weeks later we came back with our friends and their 10 year old kids. Everyone enjoyed it a lot. The girl was a little hesitant at first but by the end of the lesson we couldn't pull her out of the water. Thank you Dan for a great lessons & vibe

Took my husband for a surf lesson with DanSurf and it was an amazing experience! Dan is personable,…read moresuper patient, and incredibly knowledgeable about surfing, the ocean, and the area. The 1:1 instruction was great, he had everything we needed--highly recommend!

Cool little beach a lot less crowded than Santa Monica. Not really a place you would go swimming,…read morebut great spot to hang out, go birding, and overall just enjoy the ocean. Tip: During the winter (when I went) you can find street parking along PCH. You can find some surf fisherman there as well.

Beautiful beach that wasn't too crowded which makes it enjoyable if you wanted to unwind. Even the…read moresunset is beautiful which was the reason I've gone here.

Discovered this cute little beach the other day. Based on the other reviews, it truly depends on…read morewhen you're visiting. I visited this place on a beautiful Wednesday midday in February, and there were very few people there. It's a short walk from Diamond Street all the way down. There are stairs that provide you access to the beach. When we first got there, it was a little cloudy, and as the sun came out, the beach got even prettier. At the time I went, the beach was very clean and well-maintained. Since it's a smaller beach, there are no restrooms. It's really just a space to hang out and enjoy the waves while sitting on the sand. It was a super relaxing experience for me, and I can't wait to come back sometime.

Fantastic service! Delicious surf & turf. Lobster and…read morefillet mignon. Always appreciate the food and atmosphere.

I had such a great experience with this beginner surf lesson! The coach was incredibly responsible,…read morepatient, and encouraging throughout the entire session. They explained everything clearly, made sure I felt safe and comfortable, and gave helpful tips that made it much easier to learn.

I don't often write reviews, but this experience deserves one. I took a private lesson with Brian…read moreand it was fantastic. I'm not athletic and went in pretty nervous, but Brian put me completely at ease. He's an encouraging and patient teacher who made me feel like I could actually do this. By the end of the lesson, I'd stood up on the board multiple times, which felt like a huge win. Now I'm hooked and can't wait to keep learning. I can't recommend Go Surf LA highly enough. Thank you for such a great lesson!

What an incredible experience overall! The owner Doug answered the phone at 8:30 AM and took our…read morereservation the same day we wanted to rent stand-up paddle boards! He was so nice and professional, and we did everything over the phone which rarely happens these days. I took my two grandkids and met him at the beach at noon. He introduced us to our guide Nick, who was fabulous! He made us feel safe and he was extremely knowledgeable. My grandkids loved him! My daughter texted me later in the evening, saying that they hadn't stopped talking about it. I will never use another fun rental company again. Thank you, La Vida Laguna for making me a memory etched in my mind forever‍‼

Charles did a wonderful job teaching my 12 year old how to surf. He was kind, attentive to her…read moreneeds and encouraging. The surf was a bit high and he made sure she was capable of handling it. He stayed with her the whole time making sure she was safe. I was impressed with how well he read the surf and kept her from the waves that were not suitable for a novice. Aubrey, my niece, was apprehensive about going, but when it was over she was very positive about all of the experience, especially the teacher. Hats off to La Vida Laguna

Nothing like a good beach day at HB, the epitome of SoCal…read more We parked out on the street and took a little stroll on the walking path and also went up to the pier. It was the weekend of the US Open, so a bit crowded but really cool to see all of the pop ups from different brands. After, we grabbed our beach things and headed down to the water. We set up right in front of the water and took a little dip. The water was super refreshing after our little walk. I love that HB is so big, always so much room for tanning, spike ball, and jumping in the waves.

Main Street is a cool spot to shop and dine. When you cross pacific coast highway you are at the…read morebeach. Came for a short visit to check out the pacific air show.