Had fantastic lessons after reading about this school in Peter Heller's book Kook, where he and his wife Kim learned to surf when he was in his 40s. Hes a famousctravel writer. 10 books at least. I flew to LA from SF to stay a week and take lessons after I read the chapter about M and M, and Michael Pleiss, the Saint of Seal Beach, and Michael Pleiss Jr, his son, are 2 of the best teachers in the world I think. Thats what everyone says. People fly in from all over the world. I loved it and can't wait to go back. read more

Great day for some surfing lesson with great instructor and groups. Clean and easy instruction with great attitude and patience. read more

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I went yesterday for the 3 hour lesson and it was 100% worth it. Mikey was the greatest teacher!!! I recommend this to anyone and everyone!

Mike and labor are awesome. They know everyone at the break and they're super friendly. Always positive and extremely helpful. Look no further if you're hoping to get wet. Pricing was exactly what I was expecting too. Fantastic experience read more

love love this school. Everyone surfs! So much fun so very safe and the instructors love to teach!!!! best experience ever!!!

My Kids have gone to M& M Surfing for 2 Summers, and they love it! M&M instructors are Hands on, patient, friendly and make it fun for the kiddos . They are a family based business in the business for many years and have a great staff to make the experience enjoyable, for everyone! read more

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M and M is a local surf school in Seal Beach I have taken my girls to for the last two years. They make it so easy to learn they provide the wet suits Surf Boards and excellent instructions. My girls have learned so much and truly enjoyed everyday of it. Thank you to The staff for a great job Blizzard family read more

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The BEST SURF SCHOOL in Town! So I've been attempting to surf for years and was never able to catch a single wave. I heard of M&M through a Facebook group because originally I wanted to take my son to learn. Turns out, I ended up taking the classes. I bought a package for 5 classes, reasonably priced. Needless to say, I was surfing in no time. Mike, the instructor, is a great teacher. He will get you on that board and catching waves. He started me off with a 9' foam board and I literally stood up the first day. I got the hang of it within a few weeks and I moved on to a 9' regular board. I now been surfing for about 8 months and I'm current riding a 7'6" board. Every time I transitioned boards I'd go back to Mikey for help. He really cares about teaching you the correct form. I've already recommended many of my friends to M&M, I hope this review can also help you decide read more

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Had my 9, 14, and 16 year old with Mike this entire week. Mike did a great job and had them surfing! I highly recommend M&M Surfing for lessons! read more

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Even though I had never touched a surfboard before, the instructors were extremely kind and supportive! I am now going into my 3rd year surfing with this camp and these summers have been the best summers yet! Thank you to all of the instructors who have helped me all these years and I can't wait to start surf camp this summer! read more

Long over due. Best people to teach your kids family and friend's surfing. Patient and keep it fun even when you're discouraged or second guessing yourself. read more

I didn't even realize M&M Surfing School had a Yelp page. Weird. I would've given them a 5 out of 5 already! I decided to look into this surfing school from a recommendation and I'm better for it. It had been 10 years since I touched a board, let alone been in the water like that and Mike is seriously the best. He makes you feel comfortable in the water, and gives tips while you're out there. Seal Beach is also a good place to learn since it's not a coral break like on O'ahu (where I learned/first tried surfing years ago). Honestly very happy with M&M, and highly recommend to beginners and returners! read more

Seal Beach legends. Why would you go anywhere else? Mike (along with Michael and Labor) is incredibly enthusiastic and supportive. It was inspiring just watching him out in the water coach everyone and cheer them on. My 10 year old LOVED IT. And we can't wait to come back. Super friendly. Super patient. If you want to learn how to surf they teach all ages. Judgment free zone. Everyone was friendly and welcoming. My only regret was waiting this long, we should've done this sooner! read more

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My son and I loved our surf class with M&M and will return soon. The instructors are incredibly kind, mellow, fun and professional. The owners are so sweet and accomplished. I was not at all expecting to stand while riding but I did five times and my 9YO did 15-plus times. I highly recommend this surf school. Hang loose! read more

M and M surf school is the best around. They are kind, nurturing, and make every effort to be sure that you have a positive surfing experience. We love M and M surf school. read more

Mike, Mikey and Laber are the best! They are safe, fun and great instructors. Whether you are in town for a weekend or want to be a long term student, this is the place for you! read more

I learned to surf with Mikey and he is the best instructor anyone can ask for. He's one of the nicest people I've met along with being super funny. Surfing has never seemed easier when I go to M&M and it's very fun. Anyone can go for the first time and learn right away. read more

I have to give it up for the Mikes and Laber. These guys were born to help people learn to surf. At the dawn of the day, with my nerves and anxiety elevated , I pulled into the Seal Beach parking lot, destination the M & M surf school box truck fully loaded with surfboards. These guys were quick to ease any stress of mine. The camaraderie was emanating. They had me up on waves my very first day. I would trust these guys with my life. What an unforgettable experience! read more

Taking a lesson with M & M Surfing school was hands down one of the most incredible experiences of my life. It was my girlfriend and I's first time surfing, and before taking the class I figured that by the end of the first lesson maybe I would be able to stand up on my board for a second. With Mike's incredible guidance, his active awareness of each student's necessary adjustments, and overall incredibly charismatic and easy going personality, my girlfriend and I were standing on our boards and riding waves all the way down to the shore 30 minutes into our lesson. Not only is the quality of the lessons you will get from M&M incomparable, but Mike is also just an incredible guy to be around. Highly highly highly recommend booking lessons here. read more

I have been learning to surf for years - and I have probably taken surf lessons in a least a dozen places around the country. M&M is hands-down the best experience. Mike and Laber are the greatest teachers you could ask for. I feel safe with them. These are the type of guys you want to learn from. The beach is also a nice place to learn - a good vibe, mellow waves, and you sometimes see a dolphin or two. In all my years of surfing, I've never experienced such a lovely community of surfers who genuinely support people learning to surf. You see people surfing their first wave... to people who have surfed for years, out in the water, all of whom have learned at M&M. Come through - you won't regret it. You might even become a surfer. read more

Mike is great. He was on-time and ready to go. He wasn't just putting in the time, he was invested in helping me succeed. He was flexible with my schedule. read more

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Great instruction from great instructors. They actually teach you how to be successful and ride a wave. My son and I both had great fun and will be back for more classes. read more

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I lived in the OC several years ago and tried a few of the other Surf Schools. Recently I found out M&M is by far the best! The ocean takes a lot out of you, but they showed me ways to conserve energy to save it when you need it in small ways. The instructors were great in the water and helped you overcome the psychological set backs which are the major hindrance I've noticed to getting up on the board. Their technique, patience, and encouragement helped me improve greatly! I will be going back to them if I head back down to Southern California. read more

These guys are great Mikey & Labor are great with the kids. They had my son making great progress after a short time. I recommend this surf school. You can do single day, multi-day, weekly or summer long camp. They provide the surfboard they is right for the student and a wetsuit. Great group! read more

The Mike's are legends in Seal Beach. My daughter's have been taking lessons for 10 years. We live in Las Vegas but I wouldn't consider vacationing in any other beach town because of M&M Surf School. They are extremely gifted teachers and know how to get kids and teens surfing. read more

My kids are young and they each got up on their first wave with their instructors. They were so thorough in their instructions and they took such good care of my kids out in the water. When the hurricane waves came in earlier than expected, they made sure to get my little one safely back to shore and kept him safe on what looked like enormous waves from the shore. And since the storm cut our lesson short, they offered a second lesson when the weather cleared up. The kids has a great experience and caught several waves with them. So thankful for the M&M team! read more

This surfing school taught my grandson to surf in just a few lessons. He loved the instructors (Mikey and Labor) so much I ended up taking him all summer to their surf camp. The instructors have so much compassion and patience with the students it is unbelievable. If you want your child to learn to love surfing, this is the school to take them too.. I highly recommend them. Thank you M and M Surf School for a great experience. Susan Killackey read more

This place is awesome! I tried for years to learn to surf on my own and couldn't do it. So I came to them and picked it up in just a few days! They're very good at what they do!!! read more

This camp was recommended to us by a few Seal Beach locals who swore it was the best kept secret in SoCal.....and they were right!! I had my daughter signed up for all kinds of camps: Girl Scout, computer camp, city camp, and for her last week of summer, M & M Surf Camp. I have to say, out of all the camps, this was by far the most fun she has had all summer. This is an entirely different kind of camp experience. No militant or rigorous schedule. It's pretty laid back and relaxed, just like the surfers who run it. There is no pressure, everything is geared towards everyone having fun, but learning at their own pace. And if you feel like relaxing for a bit and playing in the sand, you can do that too! My daughter isn't super athletic, so I had my concerns. Boy was I surprised to see her up on her board and feeling more confident than I had seen her in a while. We are definitely making this an annual event. Have to give a shoutout to the professional photographer who took many pictures of her. What a wonderful bonus to the camp! I didn't expect such cool pics to show the jealous family in Texas. :D read more

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Mikey and his team are phenomenal! This is where you come if you actually want to learn how to surf. He and his team watch you and give you pointers to improve your technique and confidence over time. They have a variety of boards to play around with and have a strong sense of community here. I feel safe learning in this environment and its one of my favorite things to do when I have free time. I'd recommend M&M to anyone interested in surfing. I've tried other surf school/lessons around SoCal and have not been impressed. Mikey actually teaches you and he is naturally entertaining which makes being in the water even more fun. read more

AWSOME!!! Michael and Michael are the best in the Surfing School world. Super awsome surf instructors who are patient and attentive to teaching everybody the right way to surf and have fun during the whole learning process from start to finish. You have to take time to really enjoy surfing this summer and anytime your in town to attend an awsome surf lesson. True professionals and a real passion for teaching surfing to everybody. A well deserved shout out to all the following surf instructors in no particular order...MICHAEL, JENEE, JOHNATHAN, JAQUELYN and AMBER. So what are you waiting for? M&M SURFING SCHOOL!!! 714-U-GO-SURF ask for Michael to get started for an awsome surf experience to last a lifetime and memories to share with family and friends forever and ever! read more

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I highly recommend this surfing school! The owner "is" a Saint! I went to watch my granddaughters & I was a little nervous at first. After 2 minutes I could clearly see they were in great hands! Wonderful teachers & expert care! When I was leaving & trying to back out of the park slot, I believe it was the owners son who made sure the kids that were walking thru the parking lot to the showers were aware of their surroundings & cars moving about. Kudos to a very responsible & class act school! Thank you for making such a wonderful memory for my granddaughters! read more

An amazing lesson, even for an old man who spent more time wiping out. I'm definitely coming back as soon as I can! Thanks!

Even as a So Cal native, I've never been to Seal Beach. Had family visiting OC and wanting to surf, so I suggested Seal Beach. Michael Sr was such a delight to chat with as we rented some boards. Like a warm father figure passing down stories. He even put some magic in our sunscreen! But the real magic began out in the water. I've only "tried" to surf once before. Today my brother tried to impart his knowledge on me. However Michael Jr. was conducting surf class, and saw I was struggling to get it. So he adopted me into the class and was determined to get me surfing. He was super cool. Felt like a therapy session out there!! I'm now considering if I can work lessons into my life. I would highly recommend them for rental or lessons. They made us feel like we were locals read more

The best surf school you'll ever find. Mikey is patient, kind, and always in the best spirit. His energy alone will get you on a wave. This is a family business and you can tell from the moment you meet the father and son that they're passionate about teaching. I can't say enough about M&M and hope you get to experience surfing the way Mikey teaches it. read more

Your the best surfing school in Southern California! Wow...seal beach memories to cherish fun M&M Surfing school now and forever! Thank you Michael Sr., Michael Jr., andJohnathan you all make surfing fun and really know how to make seal beach surf a dream come true in a safe and fun surfing environment for all to enjoy. Ya all Rock! read more

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I can't say enough positive things about the M&M Surfing school. Mike is an amazing teacher and had me up on the board from the first lesson. He's patient and has the ability to explain surfing concepts in a myriad of ways until they just make sense. I live in Hollywood and the lessons, the experience, and the feeling I get riding the wave with Mike's help, are all worth the drive. Highly recommend if you're looking to learn how to surf and have a great time. read more

I don't know how he did it, but Jon Larkin was able to keep track of a dozen of us yahoos and know where everyone was all the time as we bobbed in the foam; all ages and temperaments, all abilities and comfort levels with the water. I had taken one lesson on Waikiki Beach a few years ago, and wanted more, so I arranged a little side jaunt to Seal Beach to squeeze in a lesson. Even convinced a friend of mine to give it a try as well. Mike was temporarily sidelined because he had cut his foot open delivering a skeleton and was not supposed to go in the water. Jon ably got us up on our boards by managing the timing for us, and as others have said, he is one Zen fellow. Michael Sr. was like someone you've known your whole life; just warm and welcoming and full of the most amazing stories. He is a teaching soul; a real human being. I would recommend this class to anyone who enjoys having fun. Now I wish I had signed up for an entire week of lessons. read more

I took my boys here a while back to teach since they'd been talking about how much they wanted to surf for so long. The beach where you meet them is great and has good waves, but for shelling out $100+ dollars I was expecting more. The boards and suits they have are frankly gross especially considering all the jokes about how people pee in their wetsuits. The instruction was fairly medicore. The problem is the class size is way too big and when everyone goes in the water with little idea of what they're doing and only a few instructors to yell at them, it just doesn't work and there's more flailing and failing than actual padding and catching waves. read more

I had the BEST experience out on the water with Mike. He was patient, calm and gave very detailed instructions and tips on refining techniques. 10/10 would recommend. read more