Surfing is a popular activity that an increasing number of individuals are trying out. Expert guides will fill you in on surfers’ secrets of how to paddle out, read the ocean, catch a wave, and how to control your body to stand up. We’ll start you on a Mini Mal surfboard –perfect for starting out.
Lessons are structured to take the absolute beginner from surfing zero to wave-riding hero.
We give clients a lifetime of accumulated surfing tips, technical info and practical surf wizardry to get the most out of the day. Once you’re up, we’ll show you how to progress and really feel the stoke!
We’ll usually take you to Big Bay near Table View which offers a great range of waves in the safest waters in the cape. The view across the bay to Table Mountain and Robben Island makes this one of the most spectacular and scenic surf spots in the world. If the waves and weather are more suitable on the False Bay side, we’ll go to Muizenberg which offers great waves for learning how to surf.
Finally you’ll be transported to a wine farm situated in the Durbanville Hills area. Keep an eye out for different bird species and eagles on your way there. On arrival you’ll taste some of the best wines in the Cape and enjoy a delicious lunch (at own expense). This is an ideal time to collect some great wines to take home with you. Please bring extra cash or a credit card in case you wish to do so.
Our guides use proven techniques to get absolute beginners standing and surfing on a wave by the end of a day so no previous experience is necessary.
Being a good swimmer certainly helps but even a basic swimmer can become a skilled surfer. However, if you cannot swim at all then spend some time taking swimming lessons before taking on the mighty ocean!
Cape Towns waters can be rather cold but we will supply you with a wetsuit to keep you warm during your surfing experience.
Our team will assess weather patterns for the day and determine which beach will be most suitable for surfing ensuring you visit the best and least crowded beach possible for your surfing experience.
