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Thompson Surf School

5.0 (18 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Riding the wave on his own!
Lee L.

Went to Jacksonville beach for a short summer trip with my 11yo. Had a pleasure of being thought surfing by Tristan. Great teacher, easy and to the point. I was able to ride the waves right away and so was my kid. Highly recommend!

Evan instructing the boys on technique and safety.
Melody C.

Evan taught a private lesson for my 3 boys on our first day here for Spring Break. They are novices and I am a nervous Mom, so It was an excellent learning experience for us all! He taught them so much about conditions, watching the waves, where to be to catch the waves, in addition to board technique and what to do if the unexpected happens...They were well prepared for a week of fun at the beach! He was fun, "cool", and relatable and stayed with my youngest (10) to help him with the extra challenges of being kid-sized. It was all we had hoped for and more!

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Amazing experience! Cannot recommend enough. We booked the lesson as a team building activity and loved it. Abigail had only been in the ocean twice and was surfing in no time. Tristan was a fantastic instructor and provided incredible insights into the ocean and how to best read waves. Afterwards, we both agreed to make it a regular thing so we could continue to build our confidence in the ocean and be able to surf independently. 10/10 recommend!

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Great people. Answered all my questions and truly love the water. Plus they have strong camaraderie as they go way back.

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2 years ago

Fantastic surf camp for kids! My son has done this 3 years in a row and loves it! He would do it all summer long if he could.

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Great time. Tristan and Ben really get you into waves and work on your technique. Will hit them up again when back in town.

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Excellent experience! Evan was really accommodating and gave very personalized instruction. Highly recommend!

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Jax Surf and Paddle - Rude place

Jax Surf and Paddle

4.4(38 reviews)
2.9 mi•Beaches
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I signed up my three children for lessons this past weekend; my children are 20, 18, & 13 (nearly…read more14). The care that was taken by the staff helped assure my children as they have never surfed before. They were taught safety & basic skills before even entering the water. Once in the water, they received corrections that helped two of my surfers to actually fully stand & ride for a bit. My 18 year old has a broken big toe, so finding balance was a bit harder for him. He was nearly up a few times. Following the session, they were taught to care for the equipment properly. We booked a second session immediately after the kids changed into their dry clothes. My daughter ended up being the only one of my crew to take the second lesson due to my oldest having sun poisoning (we left surf lessons and spent the remaining daylight on the beach). However, my daughter learned even more the second day. While they learned a lot in the 60 min session, I highly recommend 90 minutes for the first lesson. The value for the time was great! I'm sure classes are wonderful, but having a 1:3 or 1:1 ratio was so much better for my kids. The kids enjoyed it so much they want to come back again. Amazing customer service in the shop as well. All around, amazing staff.

The cutest hidden gem coffee shop. It's always fun to get an iced latte, look around the surf…read morestore, and walk around the little beach town. Coffee is yummy and very decently priced. They also have some alcoholic drinks.

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Jax Surf and Paddle - Instructor explaining the waves, tide, how to find a good wave, and reviewing safety before entering the water.

Instructor explaining the waves, tide, how to find a good wave, and reviewing safety before entering the water.

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June 2025

Saltwater Cowgirls

Saltwater Cowgirls

3.9(8 reviews)
1.0 mi•Beaches
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Our daughters absolutely love this surf camp, and as parents we couldn't be happier with the whole…read moreexperience. From the moment they arrive, the coaches create such a positive and encouraging environment. They are knowledgeable about surfing technique, attentive to each girl, and consistently kind, supportive, and fun. You can tell they genuinely care about the kids having a great time while also making real progress in the water. What stands out most is Stix, the owner. She clearly loves these girls and pours into them in a meaningful way. She focuses on helping them become better surfers, but her priority is shaping them into confident, kind, and capable young ladies. That balance of skill-building and character development is something we really value as parents. We've watched our daughters grow more confident, excited, and comfortable in the ocean, and they always come home happy and eager to go back. We highly recommend this camp to any family looking for a supportive, high-quality surf experience that builds both ability and character.

My daughter has been going to this camp for years, and we love everything about it! I'm really…read morethankful there's a space for girls to thrive with JUST girls. Surfing as a girl can often be intimidating, so having a space where you are seen and valued instead of judged is amazing. My daughter loves it and always has a great time with her friends. I especially love how protective the owner is of her group! Any surfers and bodyboarders who get too close and could potentially hurt the girls by crashing into them are politely told to make space and stay a bit farther away. I love that she isn't timid, as so many women are taught to be. She fights for and gives a voice to her group. This camp isn't a private, elite lesson for advanced surfers. It's a place where girls can have fun and surf together. It's a place where confidence is nurtured and protected. It's a place where I know my child is in the best hands possible, so I don't worry. It's a place where she goes to get salty and happy. It's a place I'm forever grateful for!

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Surf Into Summer

Surf Into Summer

3.3(3 reviews)
3.0 mi•Beaches

All 3 of my kids have participated in Surf Into Summer Camps and then served as assistants to…read moreMeghan (Surf Instructor) during the last 3 Summers at JAX beach! Surf into Summer Camp is a great program which is why it is North Florida's elite and longest running camp. The 3 to 1 student to instructor ratio provides students with important individual attention. The program is very effective IMO and emphasizes ocean awareness, surfing techniques, surf etiquette, and proper equipment and wave selection. The camp instructors are truly top notch and it's very cool to see kids catching their first wave and taking their surfing to the next level!

i paid for surf camp for my daughter. Unfortunately, she tested positive for COVID and couldn't…read moreattend. I immediately emailed the camp to notify them once we received the results. As of today, I have given them a MONTH to reply. I even followed up with two additional emails, a voicemail message and a Facebook message and nothing except a Facebook response saying the best form of communication is email. I am ok with no refund, but at the least there should have been a response with an offer of resolution (surf camp the following summer, money towards private lessons, etc.). Any reputable business has a Covid policy at this point. Very disappointing. Too many surf camps to choose from in this area to accept this sort of poor customer service. I'll wrap this up as my donation to their local business and give my repeat business and recommendation elsewhere.

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Surf And Skate Surf Shop - Vans Red/White Half Cab now in available in store.

Surf And Skate Surf Shop

2.5(43 reviews)
0.5 mi•Beaches
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Established in 1986
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I was interested in skateboards and I was not disappointed. They have a huge selection of boards…read more The only downside is that they tend to concentrate on some main brands although they include great brands such as Sector 9 and Penny. Not a lot of protective gear or skating related gear was readily available but I didn't ask and the store is very large. The staff was very pleasant and helpful. I have to comment on the the "dog" review where the guy wraps himself in the flag. My first question is how would a guy in San Diego have any first hand knowledge? For all we know he is a shrill for a competing business.

We stopped in here to look at their selection of beach wear and other souvenirs. There is lots to…read morechoose from. The prices and quality are good. The colors of the clothing were tasteful. My daughter tried on an outfit but it didnt fit right so she didn't buy it. The owner was nice and helpful. He apparently owns the other two stores that we went to and purchased merchandise from. This store was well-maintained, tidy and clean. We would return in the future.

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Surf And Skate Surf Shop - New Real Skateboards in stock. Lots of new wood to choose from.  8.06  8.25  8.5 available.

New Real Skateboards in stock. Lots of new wood to choose from. 8.06 8.25 8.5 available.

Surf And Skate Surf Shop - New color way in the Half Cab from Vans now available in store. Pro Skate Gold with Pop Cush. Sizes 9-13.

New color way in the Half Cab from Vans now available in store. Pro Skate Gold with Pop Cush. Sizes 9-13.

Surf And Skate Surf Shop - New decks in stock from Blind Skateboards! Other accessories and stickers also available.

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New decks in stock from Blind Skateboards! Other accessories and stickers also available.

Thompson Surf School - surfschools - Updated October 2026

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