This buyer’s guide helps you understand the landscape—who operates where and the lesson formats you’ll find—so you can book with confidence. (We keep this page current and neutral.)MalibuMalibu Surfing School — private + group lessonsMalibu Surf Experience — private lessons near Broad Beach / Malibu areaMalibu Surf Coach — private + small‑group coachingMalibu Makos Surf Club — camps and private/group lessons at ZumaCali Surf School — private + group lessons in Malibu and LAAlways Summer Surf School — 90‑minute private & group lessons (gear included)Santa Monica & VeniceAqua Surf School — lessons + camps (Santa Monica/Venice)Go Surf LA (Learn To Surf LA) — lessons at Santa Monica, Venice, El PortoAloha Brothers Surf Lessons — Venice & Santa MonicaKapowui Surf Lessons — Venice/Santa Monica mobile serviceSunrise Surf Academy — Will Rogers, Venice, Marina del Rey (also Malibu/Zuma on request)South Bay (Manhattan/El Porto, Redondo/Torrance)One Wave Surf — Manhattan Beach/El Porto + coachingLearn To Surf LA — El Porto location (year‑round)Fun Surf LA — Venice, Santa Monica, Redondo/TorranceEl Porto Surf School — local lessons + campsVentura County (≈30–40 mi)Ventura Surf School — Mondos & Ventura areaVentura Surf Lessons — private + small groups around VenturaPro tip: Pick the provider based on beach match + ratios + gear quality rather than only price. crowded sandbars with large groups can limit your wave count; smaller groups at the right tide will boost your progression.Why Many Learners Choose Always Summer90‑minute sessions, gear includedCPR‑certified local coachesFlexible beach selection for the day’s conditions (Zuma/Broad Beach/others)Internal Links: Compare formats and pricing on our pricing page or book a Malibu lesson.

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