Dan is a surf teacher rock star! He had my two daughters ages 8yrs and 11yrs up on the boards on their first runs. And many more times during the two hour lesson. Had a blast. Dan is kind, gracious and genuine. Highly recommend! read more

DanSurf - Once again, highly recommend Dan, especially for beginners. My daughters had a blast! Dan is a super star instructor! - Surfing Near Me

My wife and I were in Laguna Beach for our 5 year Anniversary in May and we decided to try some surfing lessons. Dan was great! Very personable, worked at our pace, and was very patient with us in trying to get up on the board a few times! Overall his knowledge of the ocean patterns (including safe times to go), the beach we surfed out of, and surfing were top notch. DEFINITELY WOULD RECOMMEND! Dan was a nice guy. read more

Had my first ever surf lesson with Dan yesterday and had a great time. He runs his own business so you meet right at the Thalia Street Beach. (not a store front) He brought a beginner board and wet suite options for me to pick from; I chose the full suit due to the water being a bit chilly. Dan gave several good safety instructions to prevent getting pummeled by the waves and was extremely patient with my attempts. Surfing is definitely challenging and requires being in decent shape. It's unrealistic to expect to be a pro after one lesson, as it takes a great deal of practice, but I got a good sense of the fundamentals and was able to get up a couple times for a short time. It was a good workout and lots of fun. I would definitely recommend Dan for a lesson! read more

Dan is a fantastic and warm coach. He made me have an unforgettable time in the water. His tips were easy to remember and he was there the whole time to make sure I had a very enjoyable experience. I highly recommend him for all levels and ages. I can't wait to go back out again! read more

Dan's the man! Great time, good price, and good dude. Highly recommended.

Just did my very first surfing this afternoon. Thanks to Dan, My friend and I had a super good time! Dan is very professional and attentive. With his help, I did pop-up and stand up on the board. Thanks Dan! read more

Dan was very nice and we got to spend a lot of time in the water. After about a few minutes of learning the basics on land we got right to surfing and got a lot of water time. My family and I caught a bunch of waves and it was our first time surfing! He helped us and taught us really well and I would recommend him! read more

I had a great two hour lesson with Dan. He taught me how to paddle out without getting getting destroyed by waves before I even got to surf. He taught me how to turn around, watch for waves and, of course, actually surf them! We took breaks appropriately so I could enjoy the ocean and the experience, and get plenty of practice without getting over tired. I had a second lesson with another outfit, and I gotta say. It really made me appreciate Dan's calm and helpful approach. read more

My girlfriend and I went surfing with Dan yesterday morning and we had the time of our lives.Dan is super knowledgable about surfing and explained to us how to read the waves of the sea. We both road the biggest waves we have ever surfed and it was so much fun. We were really well looked after and felt very safe in the water. I would highly recommend Dan. Thanks a million Dan. See you again soon from Sarah (Ireland) and Pamela (El Salvador)! read more

My dad and I took lessons with Dan during a vacation in Laguna. Dan was extremely professional, helpful, and safe throughout the process. Each aspect of Dan's approach is crafted with utmost customer satisfaction in mind and we had a total blast as a result. Thanks Dan! read more

Awesome experience with Dan! Each lesson is 2 hours long. Booked 2 lessons with him. 20 min of basics and then straight into the water. The second lesson we pretty much went straight into the water since we covered the basics the first time. He would watch out for good waves to catch that were appropriate for your skill level. Very professional and friendly. Really a quality experience and will be booking more lessons in the future when I'm in town again. Thanks again, Dan! read more

Dan is an amazing surf instructor! He is very patient and gives perfect instructions. I highly recommend DanSurf.

My buddy and I got some lessons during our vacation in Dana Point and I can say with certainty that Dan is the man! Awesome guy. Very relaxed and polite, but extremely mindful of proper technique, etiquette, and safety. Quick lesson on land, then spent most of our time in the water. While other instructors for large groups near us would leave students behind to catch great waves, Dan went after three or four waves during our two hour lesson. Spent most of his time chilling with us in the water and helping us spot good waves. Awesome teacher, would definitely recommend to anybody who wants to learn how to surf. read more

Took a lesson with Dan and stood up on my first 4 waves due to his pre lesson instruction. He was very personable and a great teacher. It's a small town and we were surfing next to some of his "competitors" - the guys sounded like jerks. Dan on the other hand was very patient and encouraging. Glad I found him! read more

Me and my 9 year old son had a great day with Dan on Saturday. He was great with my son and had him up and riding waves to the beach in no time. To see the enthusiasm, excitement and confidence of my son through the day was priceless and it's because of Dan's patience, support and ability to coach and relate to a young guy just learning we're on the way to a lot of fun together . Thanks Dan for a great day! read more

My daughter, 8 years old, had her first surf lesson with Dan. He was so kind and patient with her. He never rushed her, he made her feel very confident. She had a great time and loved her experience. Dan came with a full wet suit just her size and a great board for beginners. He made sure the swells would be great for her (1-2'). After the lesson, he gave us some great tips for her future as a surfer and where to go to get some great discount gear. Dan was a perfect teacher! read more

Dan was awesome!! He was super accommodating when we called him last minute. He's so chill but also makes sure you're safe and prepared before you enter the water. He was incredibly patient and encouraging. DAN IS DYNOMITE. read more

Dan was super accommodating when I called to set up a lesson for the following day. He gave me some great new tips and reminded me of some other basics which I had learned in previous lessons. We had a great day in the waves and I ended up catching several waves on a beautiful day in Laguna Beach. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Dan for beginners of all levels and ages. read more

Dan is a great guy. He's easy to work with and a good, patient, instructor. I highly recommend Dan for surfing lessons at Laguna Beach. Thanks, Dan. read more

Great surf lesson. I am a total beginner, and Dan was a very knowledgeable and patient instructor.

I can't say enough great things about Dan! My boyfriend was dying to try surfing for the first time and we couldn't have asked for a better teacher. Dan was very professional - on time, brought surf boards and a few wet suits to try to fit him. He did a short land instruction and then they jumped in the water, where he did catch a few waves. Our biggest concern was safety, but rest assured, Dan is very safety conscious and put us both at ease. While in the water, he talked about how to improve on the waves he caught and what to look for when trying to catch one. Highly recommend him to all beginners! read more

Dan was so friendly and knew how to teach. We were able to stand up in the first session. I was visiting from Saudi Arabia and was worried of not enjoying it but we had a blast. I will totally get another lesson with him since he made it fun and easy. read more