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Bolinas Surf Lessons offers both private and group lessons.

Weekend Group Class
Bolinas Surf Lessons offers Adult beginner Group Classes on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Friday for $50 per person. Classes last 1½ hours. These classes are designed for beginner and first time surfers and will focus on surfing rules, etiquette and wave riding fundamentals. Class size is kept small (usually 3 to 6 people) to ensure students receive the personal attention they need to develop their surfing skills. Advance registration is recommended to attend Group Classes. Group Classes are offered from April to October. Surf equipment (board, suit, and boots) will be available to rent from 2 Mile Surf Shop for your lesson.

When using our on line schedule to join our beginner surf class you must reserve a space for each person that plans to attend. Last minute drop-ins can only join the class if there is room. When you arrive at the 2 Mile Surf Shop you can pay for your rental gear needed for the lesson.

Private Lessons
Private lessons are available for 1 to 20 people and can be scheduled for all ages. Come alone and receive one on one instruction or bring as many friends or co-workers as you like. Surf lessons are a great activity to learn with the encouragement of your friends or can be a great team building exercise. Private lessons last 1½ hours and cost $110 for the first person and $30 for each additional participant. Private lessons are offered year round and can be schedule for any time during the week or on the weekend. Surf equipment (board, suit, and boots) will be available to rent from 2 Mile Surf Shop for your lessons.

When scheduling a private surf lesson for more than one person in our on line schedule, just reserve and pay for one person and bring as many of your friends as you like. When you arrive at the 2 mile surf shop you can pay for your rental gear and the additional participants. It is recommended that groups over 3 call or email us after scheduling on line so that we will have the appropriate number of boards suits and instructors available schedule for your lesson.

Kids 1 hour Private lessons
Kids 1 hour private lessons can be scheduled for any number of kids, 12 and under. These lessons are available during the week or on the weekends in the summer months only and can be a great way for you child to be introduced to surfing. Kids 1 hour lessons focus on the basics in safety and technique. Kids 1 hour Private lessons cost $80 for first kid and $30 for each additional kid. Surf equipment (board, suit, and boots) will be available to rent from 2 Mile Surf Shop for your lessons.

Participation agreements must be signed by each child's actual parent or legal guardian. No exceptions!

When scheduling a kids 1 hour private surf lesson for more than one kid in our on line schedule, just reserve and pay for one kid and bring as many of their friends as you like. When you arrive at the 2 mile surf shop you can pay for their gear and the additional participants. It is recommended that groups over 3 call or email us after scheduling on line so that we will have the appropriate number of boards suits and instructors available schedule for your lesson.

Weekend Adult Surf Clinic
Weekend Adult Surf Clinics are offered on the first weekend of each summer month for $180 per person. Clinics last from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday and include over 6 hours of instruction (two 1.5-hour classes per day). Students will receive instruction on the beach and in the water and have the opportunity to surf both of the breaks in Bolinas in a range of tides and conditions. Adult Surf Clinics are the perfect way to quickly improve your surfing skills or learn the basics over a weekend. Class size is kept small (4 to 6 people) to ensure students receive personal attention needed to improve. Advanced registration is required to attend. Surf equipment (board, wetsuit and boots) will be available to rent from the 2 Mile Surf Shop for you clinic.

Lesson Packages

Private Package of 3
In the Private Package of 3 you will receive 3 Private lessons and a Bolinas surf lesson hat for just $295. Surf equipment (board, suit and boots) is available to rent from 2 Mile Surf Shop.

Private Package of 6
In the Private Package of 6 you will receive 6 Private lessons and a Bolinas Surf Lesson hat for just $545. Surf equipment (board, suit and boots) is available to rent from 2 Mile Surf Shop.

Standard Package
In the Standard Package you will receive 1 Group Class, 2 Private lessons and a Bolinas Surf Lessons hat for just $255. Surf equipment (board, suit and boots) is available to rent from 2 Mile Surf Shop.

Lesson Packages are specially designed for students interested in developing their surfing skills quickly and also make a great gift.

All Equipment is rented from the 2 Mile Surf Shop and will be reserved for your lesson. Rental equipment can be kept for the entire day or for a ½ day. Equipment includes: Board, 4/3mm wetsuit and booties.

Please arrive at least ½ hour before your lesson if you need to rent equipment. Lessons will be cancelled if student arrives more than 20 minutes late to a private lesson or 10 minutes late to a group class.

You can cancel a lesson 48 hours prior to its scheduled time with no penalty. However, there are no refunds if you cancel within 48 hours or do not show up for your lesson.

Bolinas Surf Lessons accepts cash, check, Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Trades are welcome - Please contact Nick for more info.

Gift certificates are also available.