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Jeffreys Bay: Private Surfing Lesson for Beginners

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26 reviews
Activity provider:
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Jeffreys Bay: Private Surfing Lesson for Beginners
Top rated
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
26 reviews

Take a 2-hour, introductory surfing lesson at one of South Africa's most pristine beaches with your own private surf coach.

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Duration 2 hours
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Instructor
English
Private group

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5
5 out of 5 stars
R
Rüdiger – Germany

… great possibility to learn surfing. Our son (14 years old) enjoyed it very much 😄 🏄‍♂️😎.

5
5 out of 5 stars
I
Izabella – South Africa

what an excellent experience!! The lesson was very useful and the instructor very professional. I would definitely recommend it.

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Highlights

  • Begin to surf at the oldest surf school in Jeffrey's Bay
  • Stand up and ride your first wave
  • Learn from qualified professional coaches
  • Enjoy having photographs taken throughout the session

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Hit the waves and experience the thrill of surfing on this beginners course. Learn how to paddle, catch waves, stand up, and ride the wave towards the beach for the first time.

Enjoy instruction at Jeffrey Bay's oldest surf school in the company of qualified, professional coaches. Practice your first moves on the beach, as well as waist-deep in water.

Learn skills and techniques to achieve the ultimate goal of the surf lesson: standing up and riding a wave. At the conclusion of the lesson you will be equipped with the necessary skills to practice basic surfing on your own. Take home souvenirs of your first surfing experience, as photographs will be taken throughout the session.

Includes

  • Board and wetsuit
  • Professional, qualified instructors
  • Changing rooms
  • Safe storage for belongings
  • Card facilities
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users
  • Non-swimmers

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What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sandals
  • Sunscreen

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  • The surf lesson is weather and ocean dependent: it may be rescheduled or canceled depending on conditions

From $39 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
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4.8 out of 5 stars

based on 26 reviews

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Rüdiger – GermanyAugust 26, 2023 – Verified booking
… great possibility to learn surfing. Our son (14 years old) enjoyed it very much 😄 🏄‍♂️😎.
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Izabella – South AfricaMarch 25, 2023 – Verified booking
what an excellent experience!! The lesson was very useful and the instructor very professional. I would definitely recommend it.
5
5 out of 5 stars
J
Jeannette – South AfricaMarch 19, 2023 – Verified booking
It was fun, but difficult to master. One lesson is just for the experience. It was lovely. Very patient instructor. Spring tide not a good option for a beginner.

Product ID: 358630

Activity provider:
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