The terrific lesson with Ella! So cute, positive and…read moremotivational instructor ) Didn't surf for a while, but she remibded me how to surf again. Very encouraged and can't wait for another session.

Ella and Lily are absolutely amazing with the kiddos. They are fun, engaging, educational and safe…read more They were knowledgeable and taught my kids so much about currents, waves, erosion, beach safety, water safety and how to get up on their boards. 10/10 recommend and my girls want to come back next summer. Women owned, small camp sizes and so much fun!

I don't like giving five star reviews but these guys definitely earned it…read more All about water safety and making sure the students have a smile on their face in the water. Highly recommend these folks.

This is seriously the best surfing school and a great first time experience for those who have…read morenever surfed... My husband and I went surfing with Alex as our instructor. We stood up, we were SHREDDING, and we couldn't have had more fun. The instructors here are the best -- we were surfing next to another large group with instructors from tommy tsunami who had a 6 year old girl crushing. the best day, the best time, 100% stoke guaranteed. To Alex at Tommy Tsunami -- thank you! stoke guaranteed x 100

Very satisfied with the service and instruction. They have a…read moresystem down and waste no time on getting you on the water. Good instruction when needed and left alone to ride when appropriate. Did the efoil as training for wing-foiling. Good practice. Now time to sail that foil.

First time foil boarder here; had a fantastic time with our instructor Mike Wang! Mike's a great…read moreinstructor who helped my clumsy self get out on the water and learn basic foil board skills all while we were having SO MUCH FUN FLYING ON WATER! We practiced foundational skills in the calm waters, then wandered out into the bay to see a phenomenal view of SF. Mike's up beat attitude was wonderful when I was feeling nervous out on the water. Odds and ends: All of the staff were incredibly friendly The facility had tons of parking Wetsuit provided Covid safe activity and covid precautions are still being taken seriously

Booked a lesson in a week, spent 2 hours on the road and got nothing : no one showed up for the…read morelesson. Not a text, not an email that it was canceled. Just that, just ignore. Next business day I get an email saying "we are sorry you were at the wrong place and the wrong time", which is a lie. They said they ordered the refund - will see how it goes. Found another surf school down there, will go with them next time. Ruined experience

Super nice crew! We rented wet suits and body boards for the day. They explained the whole process…read moreto my sister and I being first timers finding the perfect size suit for us. You didn't make us feel dumb for not knowing and I really appreciate that. Thank you for the good experience!

Giovanni got me riding in just a few hours. By the end of the lesson I was starting to practice…read moregoing upwind and getting comfortable riding. Having it broken into 3 two hour sessions was helpful as it allowed me time to study and practice a little in between so the time with Giovanni was maximized on instruction not practice. Giovanni really cares and is passionate, his instruction is straightforward and the process was clearly explained, before hand. He clearly demonstrates safe handling practices and where the risk factors lie. He is very attentive and gives instant feedback. There is no substitute for experience, I'm an autodidact and had watched tutorials on every subject covered, having a good teacher's supervision was well worth it, in terms of time and safety. I never got yanked bc I listened the one time things started to get hairy. Thanks Giovanni!

I highly recommend Giovanni for kiteboarding lessons. I was an absolute beginner, and he did a…read moregreat job explaining all the terminology, and how to be safe. Because of he has so much experience, he is able to see exactly what I was doing wrong, and describe how to do it successfully. He also provided gear recommendations and a safety checklist to make sure you rig everything safely.

My boy (11) who is a strong pool swimmer has done this camp 2 times in two year. 1st time he was…read moreable to catch a wave or two w some help...2nd time he was catching waves easily himself and even went out further. Nick and his counselors focus on safety, learning, and fun. They are experienced and clearly knows the location. I never had a doubt about safety and my boy is excited to come back next year.

We love this surf camp and come every year. Nick is awesome and my son also loves all the other…read morecamp counselors who are helpful and fun to be with. It's a great camp. Also, Bolinas is the best place in all of Northern CA for kids to learn how to surf. We are ready to sign up for 2024 summer surf camp!

Local Girl Does Good! Much Love to Ladies Shred!!…read moreLil is passionate about skate and surf!!! Check out Ladiesshred.com for the latest information on the first ever Ladies Shred Sk8 Jam Saturday August 31st 2024 Bolinas Skate Park. It's gonna be fun!

I signed up my 6-year-old daughter for the surf/skate/art camp, which was amazing! The owner Lil…read moreput so much love and intention into the program that creates a safe environment for these girls to learn to skate and surf. My daughter couldn't get enough. She loved all the kids and the instructors. I was a bit nervous since my daughter was the youngest, but since the culture of the camp was all love and support - it made it all good. I was apprehensive of my daughter going into the ocean because she is young, the instructors create a plan for each girl depending on where they are at with their comfort with the ocean. It was such a positive experience that I signed her up for two additional camps for this Summer. Highly recommend!

Fabien has been an incredible surfing coach. He's super friendly, approachable, and immediately…read moremakes you feel comfortable in the water. What really stands out is how supportive he is--he pays close attention to your technique and gives clear, practical feedback that you can actually apply right away. His tips on how to pop up were especially helpful. He broke the movement down step by step, corrected small details I didn't even realize I was doing wrong, and made the whole process feel much more natural and consistent. I saw improvement quickly because of how clearly he explained everything. What I appreciated most is that he didn't just focus on the session itself--he also gave me specific drills and practice tips to work on at home. That made a huge difference in building muscle memory and confidence before getting back in the water. If you're looking for a coach who's knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in helping you improve, I highly recommend Fabien!

Thank you Fabian!!! You got me up on the board, finally. And I feel like a genuine surfer now, no…read morelonger a poseur.

It was a glorious day with Ryan on the water!…read more We made the last minute decision to try to get private lessons for our 4 kids. I ended up texting the number and they got back us right away. They organized Ryan quickly and it was less expensive than most of the other surf schools. Every child got up on the waves! They had a blast. Ryan was a terrific instructor. I couldn't rate higher. It was such a great experience for the kids to have together.

Learned the basics. Matt was on time and super patient for first timer. I caught a few nice wavesread more

This is a lovely break from the hustle of city life and tourist rushing. The Way of Tea is…read moreparticularly focused on noticing *this* moment right here - this one that will never happen again because even if we came back to this place later we would be different people. Urasenke hosts an abbreviated (not the four-hour long-form) tea ceremony at 6 PM on the first Wednesdays of each month. It's part educational program - because the hosts encourage everyone to ask questions as they go - and part tea ceremony. If you have no idea what to expect, here's some help: - You will be kneeling or sitting on mats the whole time, so wear clothes that are comfortable and stretchy (jeans can be binding in the knees). But do dress up a bit, as this is a somewhat formal event. - You will be asked to remove your shoes just inside the door. Wear clean socks. - You won't be served a meal. While the long-form ceremony includes a light meal, this presentation does not. You'll get a little sweet to contrast with the tea. And the thin tea is meant to be exactly three-and-a-half sips. - You really can ask as many questions as you like. Take some time soon to pause and notice the moment. Have some tea at Urasenke.

If you've ever read "The Book of Tea" by Kakuzo Okakura this is place for you to experience the…read morefull tea ritual involving all of your senses. This unmarked tea room presents the entire experience of formal tea ritual as practiced by the Urasenke Foundation, a Kyoto-based non-profit. From the Japanese prints, to the flower arrangement, to an inspiring poem to the subdued lighting and tatami mats, a theme for the season is expressed to prepare your mind...then you enter the tea room. Each tea utensil and movement in making the tea has been refined to create a meaningful ritual that celebrates the beauty of the moment and being in the present. We had a very bitter live tea that was whipped and served with sweets that created an effect that the bitterness became suprisingly pleasant and refreshing. The students and teachers were exceedingly friendly and calmly dispelled any awkwardness for those of us on dial-a-clue as to the subtlties of Japanese etiquette. Among our group was a Buddhist monk from Tibet who asked a number of interesting questions relating tea to zen. Check their calendar online for the weekly "Open Hearth" dates and make a reservation as this is no casual cup of tea. I believe the Urasenke people also host occasional tea services at the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco.