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Lot
4 South
2030 Ocean Ave. Santa Monica, CA
90405 google
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From westbound Interstate 10 Santa Monica freeway, take the 4th/5th Street exit and stay to the left. Turn left onto 4th Street. Turn right onto Pico Blvd. (second signal). Go west past Main Street to the second signal. Take a diagonal left turn onto Ocean Avenue (not the hard left onto Neilson Way). Continue along Ocean Avenue and watch for blue parking lot signs.
Next Lifeguard tower 20 directly infront of Casa Del Hotel.
You can call when you park. Malibu location varies, call first.
Weekend group Surf Class optionI also provide all sizes surfboards and wetsuits for one on one private surf lessons or special group rates available in South Bay, Malibu, Santa Monica and Ventura surfing lessons.
Call me now at 310.467.6898 or 818.990.7633 to reserve your private surf lesson today. I know (28 years experience) all the surf spots that will work best for your day and time. click here for my direct email contact. Let me show you how fun this sport really is.
Teaching surfing experience is the key in learning how to surf correctly the first time out in the water. It is critical that you deal with someone who has ocean experience and that would mean at least 10 years but better if 20 years surfing+ experience. I would say it took me at least that long to figure it all out.
" Hey Matt, Great first surf lesson, thanks again, I know that I am going to take at least one more and a third lesson from you." Chuck.You can pay online with paypal or when you arrive is cool
Surf lesson online sign up form click here.
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option -
Text your surf lessons reservations by cell to 310.467.6898
Hey
Matt,
My friend Carla and I had a great time during our first
lesson!!
Thank you! We're very happy and enthusiastic about
surfing! Thank you
very much
!!!!
Alessia Silverlake, CA
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School in California.
One
of the only surf schools
in the country teaching surfing at the
college
level. Santa
Monica College
No
one cares more about
you having fun then me!
*
Insured and Beach Permitted
CPR certified instructor.
Hi
–
just wanted to thank you for the lessons on Sunday and Monday
– I had a great time! I’m back at work now, but
wish I could still be on the beach with y’all… all
the best - until next time!
Hey
Matt,
Diana gave me your card so I could send you some pictures from the surf
lesson that Carolyn and I had with you and Jay last week. Thanks again,
we had so much fun!
Ashley
Online Surf School, surf class basics with free how to surf video clips click here.
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surf
lesson pictures
"Matt,
you are the greatest! I had so much fun! And I will be calling you for
some tips."
Thank
you so much, Jill, Burbank, CA
Lisa
from LA, CA "I had such
a great experience with you,
I
had a great lesson, and
he really helped me get a grasp on surfing.."
"
Hi Matt. I just wanted
to say thanks so much for putting that lesson
together
on such short notice.
I had such an awesome time.
Joel
was a great instructor
and I got some really good rides."
Thanks
again! Bridget
Ok
Matt, I am totally convinced
I should reserve my surf lesson with you.
Book
your surfing lesson online today click here.
Hey Matt, my name is Stephen, you and another girl taught me and my girlfriend Jennifer how to surf back in May at Santa Monica. I just wanted to tell you how stoked I am to have learned to surf. I have gone out almost everyday since that day, (even when the surf is not good) just to be on the my surfboard. Thanks again, surfing has definitely changed my life. Stephen

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Blue
Crush Production
Hey it was a
pleasure meeting you Matt and I appreciate the great job you did for us
out there. Surfing was really cool and I know the kids loved
it! Rod
Free
Surf Video with lesson!
Hey
Matt, just wanted to
let you know that I got the video and it was great!
Now,
anytime I want to get
stoked I can just pop that video in.
thanks
for a great
video. Bobby

SURF
LESSON GIFT CERTIFICATES CLICK HERE...makes a great gift!
Picture
below is for on
location FOX SPORTS Surf Lessons
for
the "Best Damn
Sports Show Period" That is NFL Rams cheerleader Lisa.


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complete
online surf shop with surfboards, soft surfboards, rash guards and more
Call
310.467.6898
to schedule your lesson today!


PS.
If your surf instructor
does not consider the tides for that day you are getting ripped off.
Ask
your instructor how
the tide is? This not only determines your ride length but your safety
as well.
We
always go for the best
tide for safety and ride length. It would be like taking a snow board
or
ski lesson when there is no snow. I want to make sure you get the
longest
rides possible.
If
everything is good, you
will achieve wave rides for 20 to 30 seconds.
This
is better than most
surfers get in their first year of surfing. That is what gets me stoked!
This
is only sport I know
of that I can do 25 years in a row and not get bored.
Online Surf School, 8 free how to surf basics video clips click here
When
I first started surfing
25 years ago, I spent the first six months trying to catch a wave on my
6'4 Plastic Fantastic. I was totally frozen in my spring suit but I was
still stoked on surfing.
Finally,
I caught my first
real wave and the stoke continues decades later.
Surfing
is a very tricky
deal and surf lessons can help eliminate some of the pains and
sufferings
a beginner can have. The location for learning should be a surf spot
noted
for an easy entry into the wave. A nice mellow slow roller is
perfect.
Thanks again, Matt
Basic
SURF TIPS, Surfing
gear, Surfing Rules.
Surfboards.
The long and
short of it.
The
surfboard size is probably
the most critical gear choice. When in doubt get the bigger one.
It
will make it easier to
start learning. Start with a used board or
soft
board is a good idea.
If
you have questions on
what size board is right for you. Email me at matt@malibulongboards.com
with your height and weight and I will get right back with some
suggestions.
Leash and wet suit. A leash is a must and should be the same length or longer than the surfboard in most cases. Wet suits are not optional in most areas of Southern California. A full suit is the usual in the Fall, Winter and Spring. Make sure you get one that fits snug but not restricting.
Surf Wax. You use this for grip.
Where to surf is a biggie. There are some spots that are better for beginning and more friendly than others. It is best to email if you are not sure. California Surf Surfing Guide Book
The
paddle out.
Make
sure you study the
waves if they have any size before you paddle out.
You
are looking for the
best spot to paddle out with the least amount of white water
resistance.
Watch others who paddle out and see where it is easiest. Then walk out
until you get about waist deep( most areas )and get your stroke going
and
paddle as hard as you can. Keep your chest up when you paddle for more
power.
Picking your wave. Timing takes time. Just like a baseball batter waiting for the pitch, the surfer is waiting for the wave, sets and then paddles to catch it. The timing required usually comes with surfing experience or jump started with a professional surf lesson. Try to start with the small waves first. Start in the white water if you are having trouble getting out. Watch others who are successfully catching waves. Pay attention to when and where they start paddle from when they catch a wave. That is close to what will work for that day. Paddle until you feel the momentum of the wave under your board and then goto stand up.
The Pop Up. Practice this at home if you want. You want to be able to pop up to stand in one motion. Bringing your feet underneath your body without using your knees. It can take a little practice. Note: There are some pros who don't pop up like this but it is really rare.
Now you are surfing. To go faster lean or move forward on the board. . To slow down lean or move back on the board.
Important
Surf Rules.
Generally,
speaking the
person closest to the curl or the white water is the owner of that wave.
If
you take a wave in front
or behind that person already surfing you would be penalized if it was
a surfing contest. It is a good idea to surf by this rule.... contest
or
not.
MalibuLongBoards.com
original surf pics click here
Thanks
again,
Matt
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Hi Matt,
Daniella
here ( English girl
who you taught to surf) . Just to say a big thanks for the surf lessons
two weeks ago. They really were FANTASTIC.
Thanks
again, you were a
great teacher and I had so much fun.
Daniella
Matt, you are the greatest! I had soo much fun! And I will be calling you for some tips and I'd love it if you'd come with me to pick out a board. Have a great fishing trip! talk to you soon.
Thank
you so much, Jill
We
even teach university level surf classes at Santa Monica College
Surfing
lessons in South Bay, Santa Monica , Malibu, Ventura surfing areas.
Also, check out my Summer Santa Monica and Malibu Surf Camp
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