Teaching surfing in California since 1999.
Surfing lessons and Surf Class pictures
"Surfing is like riding the energy from the sun. Literally, that is exactly what you are doing.
It is the only sport I can do for decades and not get bored." thanks, Matt.

Weekend Surfing Classes Saturdays and Sundays year round.
My amazing surf class usually starts at 10 AM depending on the tides.
Call Matt for my personal service at 310.467.6898 or 818.990.7633 to schedule.
Questions and reservations by email malibulongboards@aol.com
Private Surf Lessons click here
Surf Camps M-F click here 

Surf Classes are held mostly every weekend June-Sept.

Check out my free Malibu surfing DVD clip click here
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Just wanted to say thanks for the sufing class yesterday.  I had a
great time and never expected to be standing like that so quickly.  You
got me hooked on a great sport.  Looking forward to joining one of your
tours.
Andy

These are smaller private surfing classes with an average size surf class of 2 to 4 surf students attending.
So you really can get tons of personal attention with each surfing class you attend.
These coed surf classes usually last around 1.5 hours or until you get tired.
The goal is to get you at a level where you can safely
and properly practice on your own after just one surf class with me.
Price is only $75 per person and this includes the surfboards and wetsuits.
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Paypal.com welcome, paypal matt@malibulongboards.com
or you can pay by cash or check when you arrive that day.

Find out why Nike, RedBull, ABC, FOX SPORTS, WB, Santa Monica College,
University of Redlands, and 1000 surf students call on us to take them surfing
year round in Malibu, Santa Monica, Zuma, and more.
 

Hey Matt,

I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate the time and patients you and Ona (I'm probably miss-spelling her name) spent on us last week.  I was also very impressed by Nyla (probably miss-spelling her name too) and Victoria.  They were great with those kids!  I will definitely recommend your school to others, adults and kids alike.  I wasn't to sure going in, but I think Surfing is something I'm going to stick with.

Here's a link to the video I shot.  Unfortunately I didn't get any shots of you.  I guess the girls had my attention.  ;-)  It's kind of big, so let me know if you have any trouble viewing it.  I can put it on a CD or something.  Feel free to share it with the others.

http://toastandgravy.com/surf/Mike_and_Bobs_Surfing_Adventure.wmv

Thanks Again!
 

Call or email today to reserve your surfing class
310.467.6898 or email malibulongboards@aol.com

Hey Matt!
Michael and I had such a great time surfing with Jerry.
Emily Beatty

Hi!  Some friends and I took the L7 yoga/surf class yesterday (June 23rd), and had a blast!
Jerry was our instructor, and we all loved him.
Thanks,
Brigid

Liz Grace here from Boca Raton, FL.  My children Catherine (age 12) and Charlie (age 9) have taken camp with you the last two years and we'd like to enroll again this year (our third year).
Thank you, Liz

Expert surfing instruction taught daily and all levels / ages welcome.
25+ years experience and SMC College level surf instructor teaches surfing in
Los Angeles, Malibu, Santa Monica & Ventura group and individual surf lessons year round.

Free surfing tips below on this page.

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I 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 class 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.
 

" 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.
MalibuLongBoards.com original surf pics click here

"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

" Hi Matt, i'm returning to l.a. next week, will be there about ten days.
would love to get in another surf lesson or two..."
best, nicole
alexandria, virginia
Malibu & Santa Monica summer time Surf Camps

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

Chris H. from Ventura writes..
"Thanks again - we all had a great time and the surfboard for Jeff is perfect."
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Santa Monica, Malibu and Zuma Beach year round.
Free Surfing Tips below.
For surfers by surfers.
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Fun is our mission.
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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
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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.

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 stoked 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.
Thanks again,
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

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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

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