Did lessons twice in a semi-private group 2-3 per instructor which I thought was the perfect amount…read moreof attention for first timers. Easy online booking. Next time, I would also supplement with surfboard rental for $10/hour or $30 per day to practice in between lessons. Season ends labor day so if you're interested in lessons after this, would recommend calling. Recommend coming during the week as the beaches are less busy. The surf lesson hut is right at the edge of the beach and the parking lot near the hotel's water park area. Check in and signing waivers are at the surf shack. Open cubbies (not secure) to leave towels, sandals, small ice cooler etc behind the shack. Outdoor open shower for general use to rinse off afterwards located behind the shack on the way to the beach also. Parking: Booking instructions say that there is a white 2-story parking structure across the street (unknown cost) as I did free street parking.

I rented boards here for my son and nephew. Start to finish it was an easy transaction. I signed…read morethe necessary waivers, the boys picked their boards, and they were in the water within 10 minutes. The best things for me as the parent were 1) the price and 2) the flexibility. $10/ hr can't be beat. And for novice surfers, the fact that they could try and then come back and switch boards if needed took a lot of stress off of us to pick the perfect size or shape. Very happy we chose Jack's. *note that driving directions took us to a different business parking lot. Jack's is a kiosk in the parking lot in front of the pier.

I've been a patron for years. Recently the quality of the products has dropped. I bought 2 hoodies…read morethat started to fall apart after one wear. $65 sweatshirts. I called and let one of the employees know. He said the owner would call back and make it right. I never got a phone call. I returned today to show them the sweatshirts. The thread was coming out of the sleeves. The cashier told me they were falling apart around the collar too. I spoke to that same cashier and she told me to wait for the owner and to look around. She went on to show another customer every hanging t-shirt in the shop. I approached her a second time and asked if I could just talk to the owner who was standing right there. She explained the dilemma and he looked at me and said "we don't carry that anymore". I said ok I was told I'd get a call back. I spend money in here all the time. I want you to see your product. He then said "do you want me to send you one when they come in?" You're gonna send me a hoody that you're no longer keeping in stock? I said, no thank you I am not trying to reinvent the wheel here but you should know what your product looks like. Ripped after one wear. The owner is not interested in making it right. Make your own judgement as to whether or not you want to spend your money here. I'm good.

We have passed this store for years without stopping, but we finally decided to stop in. Village…read moreSurf Shoppe is a small local shop with mainly clothing and surf equipment. It's actually bigger than I expected when we went in. The employees were friendly. The clothing seemed to be higher quality than you can get at chain stores. There were several levels of boards for surfing and riding waves.

This was the best surf shop I could find near the Myrtle Beach area and was within walking distance…read moreof the beach and a great surf spot! Staff was also super friendly and helpful :) There are a variety of rentals to choose from, not just surf boards. They have skim boards, paddle boards, bikes and even wet suits! All at a reasonable price. Me and my husband rented a skim board one day, which was $20 for 24hrs and a surf board the next, which was $25 for 24 hours. Inside the store you will find a variety of clothing, shoes, sandals, sunglasses, bags and my favorite....carver decks for all the long boarders out there. Private surf lessons are available, along with paddle board tours and lessons. Overall this a great place to check out whether you are a beginner or expert and looking for a good place to rent while on vacation. Also a nice place to visit if are in the market for some cute beachwear or a new set of flip flops!

It's like any other beach shop in any beach town. Beach necessities, souvenirs, and over priced…read morestuff that forces you to get a second item to lower the price of the original.

Great place to start. On our family vacation to Myrtle Beach I needed to find something to keep my…read more15 year daughter busy. Driving through the web I see surf school and I hatch a plan. I call them and get the details and find out that they come to you. Not like the other guys I called that you have to go where they are or will be. The price is right and they offer discounts the more time you book. The day came when her lesson was going to start. They called me to confirm our daughter's height and weight, showed up on time, brought the correct surf board. Explain from beginning to the end (who, what where and when of it all). My daughter who is ADHD with a big E in front (extreme) had no problems fallowing along, enjoyed it and I liked that we had a 2 hour lesson and after an hour they took a break and it was not included in the time booked. After it was said and done they did not pressure me into more time or other lessons. Very professional, punctual, understanding and most of all patient.

Carolina School of Surf help make our trip to Myrtle Beach a great experience! Ben was very…read moreaccommodating, and willing to work with our schedule. We ended up getting out on the best day of the week. My wife had a great lesson, and caught the best wave of her life! Our instructor Nick was very helpful and encouraging, and gave me some pointers to improve my skills as a surfer. I highly recommend Carolina School of Surf!

Do not hesitate!! We saw other kids in the ocean at 44th Street getting lessons and having a blast…read morewith very courteous instructors, everyone happy and smiling. So I asked one of the moms videotaping her kids, "Who is the company giving these lessons?' I jumped on their website, texted the number there and got our 11 year old signed up for a private lesson for the very next day. Sydney was a lovely and patient instructor. The owner was there, too, very polite and organized and I paid with Venmo right there on the beach. And my son who had never surfed before got up about 40 times in his 90 minute lesson. Beaming and joyful. I 100% recommend Carolina Surf. And I am so glad we found them!

Want to say a huge thank you to Carston and Carolina School of Surf for an incredible morning on…read morethe water! He led our group of beginners through a stand up paddle board lesson and tour of the canals by the intercoastal waters in OIB, and we all had a memorable time. Booking was easy, we lucked out with the weather, and Carston was an excellent coach teaching us SUP basics. 10/10 would recommend for both beginners and experienced individuals alike.

This surf shop is our favorite place to stop by when we are in town. They have a great selection of…read moreitems for the whole family. We especially love their shop brand products. Great prices, friendly service, and a great selection keeps us coming back time after time.

Bald head dude was absolutely playing through. Sniffles, never left the counter. When we asked for…read moreguidance to the flip flops "you're going the wrong way." When I asked for the price of a towel. "46. Isn't it on the tag ". Thanks for your help bro. If you're paying retail you should expect SOME help. None offered. Felt like we were really killing his buzz.

Very nice selection and nice employees…read more They gripped my board no problems asked There decks are very good quality to

Sean is an amazing surf instructor! He worked with my schedule and picked a time when we'd have…read moregood waves for learning. He gave wonderful feedback so I could fix my mistakes and was so sincerely happy when I got up on the board and rode a wave for the first time that day! Really enjoyed the lesson, and can't wait to come back next summer.

10/10 for the captains. The banana boat ride to/from the Parasailing boat was fantastic, boat…read morecaptains were great! Rip off when it comes to photos. I paid $680 for 5 flights and 3 observers. They made us split into two boats. One flight on each and then wanted to charge me another $200 for photos because we were on two separate boats!

Booked a parasail for friends and I paid to ride on the boat so I could be part of the experience…read morein some way. Unfortunately I had a business meeting come up so I was not able to join in the fun. I completely understand their no refund policy and not making exceptions. I wasn't expecting a refund and still do not. I was however hoping that they could make some concession. All that was asked was if they could apply the cost I paid to join towards possible photo cost. That would have at least allowed me to see the enjoyment the others had. After it was asked to the staff it was not even consideration or an attempt to ask a manager or owner if it could be an option. Was just given a flat out no. Disappointing as the experience they had was wonderful and I was only unable to join due to a conflict that I couldn't avoid and was at last minute. Thank you Captain Turkey and Bubbles from my friends for the experience and your kindness.

There are lots of options for beaches along the Myrtle coastline and I found this one to be very…read moreawesome. Located in a neighborhood with mobile homes, short houses and not too many tall condos, this beach access has a small parking area and a building with restrooms. On the beach, it is firm and hard packed. Quite a lot of shells and pretty rocks to keep the kids occupied, the shallow water extends a good bit into the surf. Easy to sit in your beach chair and put up an umbrella if it's not too windy. Enjoy! [Review 19384 overall - 958 in South Carolina - 354 of 2023.]

I had been going to the Windy Hill Beach area since 1969 while at the old Myrtle Beach Air Force…read morebase for training before going to Vietnam, where I was one of the new airmen replacing the Myrtle Beach Air National Guard so they could go home. There were quite a few free places to park, and the beaches were free(still are). We ended coming down every yeat, and purchased a home in Barefoot Resorts because they had a beach cabana with free parking. The free parking is a rare find these days, but I we were able to buy a parking sticker. We purchased a new home in Little River (just up the street} in 2023. We were not able to buy a parking permit for this year because of the very limited supply available to out-of-towners. No breaks or allowances for war veterans, no free parking anywhere we can find--let alone finding one with a restroom. We visited the beach a couple times a week because I had developed a skin disorder from agent orange, and sitting in that warm salty water was a free treatment. I will be able to get free parking if my condition gets worse and go on total disability, but probably won't be in good enough shape by then to enjoy the beach, and I am already in my seventies. I just wanted to put this information out there--because I know I'm not the only one who lives in the area with the same issue. I would have to go out of the country to find a beach I ever enjoyed more than the Beach from Myrtle Beach up to Cherry Grove. Is there anyplace in the area with free parking for war veterans?

Not safe for children. Lots of skeevy grandpas ogling little girls. Heard it was closed. That's a…read morerelief.

Huge selections of fun and funny, kites, and flags! One of the few in the area between Orie,…read moreCounty and Brunswick County