Reviews
Total reviews13
Average rating
4.85
Osvaldo T.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 17
I loved that Jose speaks Spanish and is very patient and enthusiastic throughout the lesson
Christine H.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5
What a refreshing lesson with Jose, his thoughtful, patient guidance helped me sense progress in just two sessions, and I’m already picking up basic skills plus surfing etiquette. Small tweaks in water positioning will unlock the next wave, and I’m excited to push ahead.
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:8 locations available
Hammerland El porto
4400 The Strand, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, USA
1986.7 miles awayOutdoors
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17851 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92649, USA
1972.5 miles awayOutdoors
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28th st2859 West Oceanfront, Newport Beach, CA, 92663, United States
1968.6 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Venice Pier5138 Venice Fishing Pier, Marina del Rey, CA, 90292, United States
1987.2 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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40th St101 39th Street, Newport Beach, CA, 92663, United States
1968.8 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.sundays
8 AM - 5 PM
mondays
8 AM - 5 PM
tuesdays
8 AM - 5 PM
wednesdays
8 AM - 5 PM
thursdays
8 AM - 5 PM
fridays
8 AM - 5 PM
saturdays
8 AM - 5 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lesson### Beginner Surfing Plan
1. **Introduction to Surfing
- Overview of Surfing Basics:Understand the ocean, tides, and how waves form.
- Safety Guidelines:Learn about surf etiquette, staying safe in the water, and recognizing hazards.
- Gear Familiarization:Get acquainted with surfboards, wetsuits, leashes, and how to choose the right equipment.
#### 3. **In-Water Skills**
- **Entry and Paddling:** Learn how to safely enter the water, paddle correctly, and position yourself on the board.
- **Catching Small Waves:** Start with small, manageable waves. Focus on timing your pop-up as you feel the push from the wave.
- **Riding the Whitewater:** Practice riding the broken waves (whitewater) to build confidence and control.
#### 4. **Progression and Review**
- **Sample Sessions:** Schedule 3-4 sessions focused on skill-building, gradually increasing wave size and difficulty.
- **Video Analysis:** Record your sessions to assess performance and identify areas for improvement.
- **Goal Setting:** Set personal goals for each session, whether it’s improving your paddling speed or perfecting your pop-up technique.
By following this plan, you’ll build a solid foundation in surfing and be well on your way to catching your first waves! 🏄♂️🌊
Lesson 11+In this final lesson, we’ll review key skills and warm up with stretches before diving into advanced pop-up and balance drills. We'll practice catching waves independently, providing personalized feedback to boost your confidence. To make it fun, We’ll end with a cool-down session, reflections on your progress, and celebrate your achievements with certificates and group photos, marking this milestone in your surfing journey! 🏄♂️🌊
JV
Surfing with Jose V.⭑ 4.8 (13 reviews)
