Let's Go Surf is a great place to learn to surf! My 13-year-old son said, "Both Carlos and Rod…read moregave great direction and guidance. They were cool and enjoyed themselves during the lesson which made it fun for me. You can tell right away they have lots of experience in the water. I had fun and learned a lot from Carlos and Rod!" As the chauffeur and master scheduler, I appreciated how easy it was to schedule, the communication and confirmation, and the feedback both coaches provided about my son's session. We've had the best experience with Let's Go Surf School!

This review is way overdue. After doing my research, I ended up booking with Carlos and I was so…read moreglad we booked our very first ever surf lesson with them. Carlos, Rod and Ryan are very passionate, knowledgeable and kind-hearted people. Thank you so much for such a great experience! They give private or group lessons at Bolsa Chica Beach. I highly recommend these guys. I can't thank them enough.

Saved the best summer camp for last this summer. My son is going into first grade so this was our…read morefirst summer of summer camps and we tested out 6 different ones. This was leaps and bounds above all the others. I had walked by it last summer on a walk and immediately set a reminder in my phone to sign my son up for this summer. It isn't just how well organized it is and the fact that the kids are outside in the water learning new things and challenging themselves every day, it's the way the director/owner (and all the counselors) speak to the children. It's exactly how you'd want someone leading your child while they are away from home - they teach respect, are firm in holding the kids accountable for behavior, but all in the name of having a positive experience. We will absolutely be signing him up here next year for at least half of the summer. They offer full day and half day, we did full day (8-4), but I ended up picking him up around 2 a couple of the days just because it was so hot out. I have heard the counselors consistently encourage and actively ensure the kids drink water and reapply sunscreen and you can tell they genuinely care about each and every kid. This is only my son's third day and he's already bonded with the staff and talks about Matty (the owner) multiple times a day. He's never been on any board other than a boogie board and within 1 hour on his first day he was paddling out on his own on a paddle board. I can just see his confidence beaming from this camp. Thank you!

This is my favorite summer camp in Long Beach. My kids came home more confident, excited, and…read moreexhausted. They are true "watermen" and will be returning this summer.

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!

My son Lorenzo loved it I definitely recommend this place…read more The guys were super nice and very attentive to us Lorenzo's instructor was on point Thank you

Keith did a great job communicating and letting me know how the program works. Cooper was so…read moreencouraging and patient with my 11 year old grandson. We will definitely return for more lessons. He absolutely loved it. Thank you!

Chas surf school is by far the most genuine surf school in this area. Chas is a world class surfer…read morethat caters to all abilities. In fact, the entire family and employees are extremely talented watermen and water women. Our experience has always been very positive both in and out of the water...and the coaching is excellent. Your child will definitely learn proper etiquette, technique and water safety. Most important... your child will be hooked with Chas surf school! Great vibes all around!

My kids have been going to Chas surf school for a long time now. He has taken our son from a…read morebeginner to a competitor in two years. We always bring friends from out of town to Chas because they love it and they end up riding a wave on day one. Chas is a great guy and a good role model.

Had a blast! Cady was phenomenal with our big family and wide age ranges! Everybody was up on waves…read moreand wanting to do more by the time the lesson was done!

Kelsey was good natured and relaxed which helped me feel relaxed. She was very encouraging and…read morehelped me regain my confidence to get back into the surf after a nearly 30 year absence. She answered all my questions and coached me on the skills I wanted to focus on. I caught several rides, one really great one that gave me a high for the rest of the day! Thank you Kelsey and Wavehuggers!

Fantastic experience with Mike!…read more I booked some time for me (A somewhat experienced surfer with years of rust who had fallen out of shape) and my buddy (Brand new to surfing but in great shape. Mike was great. Met us with board and wetsuits and met each of us at our level. He was very hands on and out there in the water with us the whole time. By the end, we'd both caught a few waves and i felt like i FINALLY knew what I was doing again. Since then, we've gone a few more times. Booking again next time im on the coast.

Really fun and informative experience! Desi and Tomas were our instructors for our group of six. My…read morefriend and I both purchased the Groupon option, and it was a blast. We met by the bathrooms of El Porto by lifeguard station 12 and picked up our wetsuits from their cars. From there, we headed towards a less crowded portion of the water by the rocks, and did a quick yoga flow before going into the basics of how to pop up and hold the board. After the lesson, we got assigned our boards and went off into the water. I think both instructors tried to spread their attention as evenly as possible. I was able to stand up multiple times and surf some one-foot waves (go me!). The time flew by, and once it was over, we brought the surfboards back to their cars. They'll take Venmo for tips. I would suggest wearing your flip flops to the beach since the ground was really hot, and also bringing a water bottle for post-surf. There's paid parking available in the lot although the meters seem to be broken since I still got a ticket even though my parking should've been valid. Otherwise there's very limited street parking. You can leave your valuables in the instructor's car. You can book private lessons on the website or small group lessons as well. Definitely book the lesson - it's a great workout and you'll have so much fun!

I took all of my family to Banzai Surf School after I read the reviews in a recent vacation to HB…read more Being land locked here in Colorado, surfing is something I've always wanted to try. Jaz and his crew were excellent surf instructors to my two daughters and wife! Even though we won't be ready for the waves of the North Shore anytime soon, these guys are an excellent school! We had Dave and Bryce as our instructors and these guys knew how to teach some rookies from Colorado. The experience with Banzai was one of the biggest highlights of our vacation! Thanks guys for making this experience special!

What a great experience! I booked a January class expecting the cold and wind yet Justin made it…read moresuch a fun time. He was so knowledgeable while also being upbeat and our time flew by. So worth the money and Banzai has everything you need... just bring a towel !

I got a lesson for my son. Clint was very responsive in getting the session set up. Start to…read morefinish was easy and well coordinated. The price was very reasonable for a two hour private session. My son had a great time. Hayden was his instructor. He was a great guy. Very patient and encouraging. I would highly recommend Hayden and this surf school if you are looking for lessons.

Just finished my second lesson with Clint Carroll Surf School and I couldn't be more impressed. By…read moreonly my second session, I was consistently catching waves, which honestly exceeded my expectations. The instructors do an amazing job breaking everything down in a way that's easy to understand and apply in the water right away. The coaching is hands-on, encouraging, and super professional, but still really fun. You can tell the instructors genuinely care about your progress and confidence, not just getting you through the lesson. They were always in the right spot, giving feedback and setting me up for success wave after wave. If you're looking for a surf school that actually helps you progress fast and feel confident in the ocean, Clint Carroll Surf School is the real deal. Awesome instructors, great energy, and real results, highly recommend. ~ John Ellis

IVA has been a wonderful experience. We are looking forward to our second child also attending. The…read moreentire staff, faculty and admin truly want to be there. The support is unmatched not only academically but also socio-emotionally. The community is diverse and welcoming. My child is challenged academically but not stressed and she loves her school and teachers/staff/faculty/admin. The way the material is presented and discussed is all truly with curiosity, engaging and to develop critical thinkers. We know there is nothing like IVA middle school in the best way possible.

My son is a now a junior in high school, but he remembers IVA fondly and has even volunteered with…read morethe school to give back to the middle school that he loved. What did he like about it? The small discussion-based classes, the kind and caring atmosphere, and the fact that it prepared him academically for a rigorous high school schedule. IVA still holds a special place in our family's heart and we consider ourselves very lucky that our son was able to spend such formative years there.