Looked at a lot of options on yelp...but these guys stood out for their genuine authenticity and love of what they do. 2 brothers and high school friend personally run this place and work 110% to ensure you have great experience. Booked last minute and they fit my kid in in 8.30 am. Had perfect fitting size 8 O'Neil wetsuit. Good txt comm. Takes Zelle and Venmo. Shea was our instructor and my kid got up on 1st run and got up lots of times during the 90 min lesson. Very patient. Shea also is experienced helping autistic kids. They say youngest age thry can start is a 4 yr old kid who can swim. They'll keep someone that young safe in the shallow waves. Also provided board for my "too young for lesson kid" so he could pretend to partake in sand part of lesson. He had a blast! Sand lesson is quick, most time spent in water learning in real-time so you get your money's worth. Compared to other lessons from others I saw going on on beach at same time... 1) the level of personal attention was top notch 2) the student to teacher ratio was better at Dawn Patrol 3) Better instruction 4) better results! 5) more fun 6) Dawn Patrol has a lot of repeat clients so that tells you something! Other details to be aware 1) meet at their Ford Bronco in the parking lot 2) They got t-shirts if you want souvenir 3) staff is fully vaccinated! In short highly recommend. Support local biz and 2 local brothers vs monolith faceless giant corporation! read more

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(First time surfing & non swimmer) My instructor Luke was extremely helpful and informative on different techniques. When we were in the water he made me feel very safe and had my back every step of the way. I was able to get up a few times , I was so proud of myself!! I will definitely be coming back once I learn to swim. read more

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It was beginner lesson. Luke kept it simple and easy. Had a good time out there. Keep it up guys

Dawn Patrol made my first surfing experience a 10/10! They were quick to answer my call and help me set up the best time to come out, even during the colder weather that we were having. As a tourist, I got lost trying to find the beach but they were patient and helped direct us in the right direction. The purchase comes with a wetsuit and board so no additional purchase was necessary. Jake and Luke were friendly and encouraging for my first time! I would recommend this group to anyone else looking to get lessons in the LA area. read more

We went out for our first surf lesson with Jake and Luke yesterday and they were really nice and helpful! We felt supported and they even extended our lesson by 15 minutes bc they did not have a group after us and we were a bit late. Overall a 10/10 experience! read more

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Great lesson! Easy to communicate with, our instructor Luke was delightful and patient. A lot of time focused practicing which is the most important. Loved. Great for any level! read more

I've wanted to try surfing for a long time but it's a pretty intimidating sport to just pick up on your own. So far I've done three lessons with Jake and it's been phenomenal. He has a very calm temperament and doesn't get frustrated even when I do. He gives great feedback and tells you exactly what steps you missed. Luke has even chimed in with some tips while he was teaching someone else. They both clearly love what they do and helping to bring that joy to other people. It's easy to just give up if you're not good right away but Jake's enthusiastic positive reinforcement encourages me to keep getting up even when the waves slam me down. I'm going to be a repeat customer for sure. read more

Really amazing surf teachers, I booked my 7am lesson at 9pm the night before and they were able to immediately accommodate me and make me feel confident for the next morning. Meeting up with them was easy and the lesson was so much fun. They're very patient and even though me and my boyfriend had different level of experience, they made the lesson challenging for both of us. I even learned new tricks and will definitely be back for follow ups. I loved that i only had to pay $50 as a deposit online and could pay the rest in cash at the time of my lesson. I highly recommend these guys! read more

My son and daughter (ages 15 and 23) signed up for a lesson from Luke at Sunset Point, and they loved it. He did a great job of explaining the basics and then getting them right in the water and out on the waves. We are looking forward to setting up a second lesson in the near future. They did a great job of communicating about the time/place, were friendly, and great teachers. Highly recommend! Thanks, Luke! read more

Dawn Patrol is *definitely* the place for surf lessons! Jake was the instructor for my daughter and I and he's perfect at his job. He communicated with me immediately after I confirmed the lesson to make sure I knew where to go, when to be there, etc. On the day of the lesson, he texted me telling me that he was at the meeting place and included a Maps dropped pin, so all I needed to do was click that link. When we met for the lesson, Jake was friendly and completely prepared everything we needed to get started. Jake is an excellent instructor -- his instructions are clear and he's patient with us n00bs. He is also a careful observer and was always able to spot any mistakes we made and explain how to correct them. You really couldn't ask for a better experience. If you're looking for surf lessons, look no further, you've found them here. read more

My son and daughter have been taking semi-private lessons, and we are fully satisfied with the outcome. We did lessons in another place which felt not right. I did various searches and look around which private surf lessons to try. The result of my long search was Dawn Patrol Surf, and I am so happy and feel lucky to find them. Jake and Luke have both highly professional manner, on top of the schedule, their equipment and wetsuits are well maintained. My children learned some tips every time they ride & fail, always be positive, encourage them to go back to the wave especially when my son (7) gets dull handling the big surfboard. We look forward to the next lesson with them. read more

Wanted to take My Grandsons out for a cool surfing experience...which they received! From the minute I reached out to Jake, he got back to me and answered every single question I had for him. Nothing was too much for him to acommodate, down to where to park, the size of the boards as well as "goofy foot" or "regular." Jake's brother (The Irish side ;o) was equally charming. From start to finish on our outing they were accommodating, professional and sincere. These guys are my surfing "Go To," and with 10 Grandchildren what a lucky find. Thank you Jake and Luke for a marvelous Malibu morning, our Grandsons are still raving about it and the two of you! read more

Great guys, super nice and prompt communication. I got the surf session with photos and the memories will last a lifetime. I highly recommend. read more

As a complete beginner, I spent A LOT of time looking for a surf school (I can be very particular), but never went with others because I'd find a questionable thing or two. I happened upon Dawn Patrol Surf by accident, and am so glad I did. They're very kind, flexible, easy to contact, and quick to respond. Jake is an awesome instructor. He's incredibly clear, helpful, and safe, and works well within your own personal ability. He'll point out and help adjust the little things about your technique that truly make a difference in maximizing your wave-catching potential. I've already taken several lessons and plan on taking many more. read more

Went out for a lesson with Luke - lot of great pointers, had a great time. Dude has a really kind disposition and made it fun to be in the water. Feel like I improved my paddling, positioning on the board and ability to turn more quickly. read more

This was the fourth time I had a private lesson with Jake Adee from Dawn Patrol and it's always a great experience. I've worked with surf instructors in Northern California and Southern California -- and Dawn Patrol is the best! read more

Me and my best friend took our first class last week and it was awesome! We had so much fun and actually learned a lot. Highly recommended! :) read more

Good lesson. Lots of clear, communication both in the water and out. I felt safe and learned a lot. Jake was a good coach. I will take practice what I learned and take another lesson soon. read more

I've now taken two lessons with Dawn Patrol - one with Jake and one with Luke. I have to say they're the best surf instructors I've had to date. No matter what your ability is, they easily adjust their lessons to your needs. They're also super-knowledgable about the Venice/Santa Monica surf areas and take you to spots that aren't too crowded. Highly recommend. read more

Jake is a great teacher and a really nice guy. His pointers were spot on. I was able to stand up a few times by the end of the lesson.

Highly recommend! I learned so much during my 3 private lesson package, from pop up technique and surf form to paddling and water safety. I received useful feedback after each attempt and improved a lot! The lessons were worth it- now I can say I feel confident in my surf skills. I loved how convenient it was for them to accommodate beaches- went to Hermosa and El Porto which is close to where I reside. Luke and Jake are great and experienced instructors that have a passion for the art of surfing. I had so much fun and an unforgettable experience. If you are looking for surf lessons, this is the place to go! read more

I've taken 5 private lessons with Dawn Patrol Surf. They have been great in that they've given me the same instructor each time so he knows where I'm at and how hard to push me. He's been awesome! They are super low key and a ton of fun. Plus they have a super cool dog that comes out sometimes!! I know everyone learns things at different paces and I am probably on the slower end, but they've never made me feel slow and they've been nothing but supportive in my learning journey. Learning to surf is really hard! And I'm no spring chicken.... After 5 private lessons, I feel like I've gotten pretty good at popping up and balancing on the board. I still have so much to learn like which waves are rideable and when to start paddling. Like I said, I've taken it slow. It's been at my pace though. I knew I wanted to work on the basics of pop up and balance. I feel like the other parts will come as I continue my surf journey. I've had a blast learning, and plan to take a few more lessons to marry it all together. Loving my summer of learning this incredible new skill!!! Thanks Dawn Patrol Surf!! read more

Our surf lessons with Jake and Lucas at Dawn Patrol Surf were awesome. Jake was very patient and encouraging with us as beginners. We had the best time and will definitely come back for more lessons. read more

Jake is a fantastic instructor! Very patient, friendly, knowledgeable, and full of good advice. I thoroughly enjoyed all 4 of my lessons and feel that I learned a lot. He has a ton of surf experience, and it's enjoyable spending time with him. read more

Loved our lesson with Jake he was awesome and patient with us. We did a private lesson for two and it was a lot of fun. We got the basics and some practice. It was a blast & shoutout to Jake for taking pictures for us after! 10/10 would recommend; just be prepared to get your butt whooped by the ocean! read more

Had a great private session with Luke and learned a lot! I caught four solid waves on my first time surfing and had a blast. Most importantly, Luke set me up with skills to work on when I hit the water on my own. Luke was relaxed yet on time and very professional. And the vintage Bronco is super cool! I'll definitely be back for some follow-up lessons! read more

My friend and I had never surfed before, and man were we lucky to find this surf school! The instructor, Lucas, gave us an informative lesson, and let us get in the water quickly. I hadn't had this much fun in a long time, we were provided a safe and encouraging environment by the instructor. Overall, a great experience where you'll actually get to accomplish something you might not have before. Book with them ASAP! read more

Loved these guys. They came highly recommended as the best instructors in town and I have to say they lived up to it. I went with a friend--she's just learning, I've been surfing a long time but never got beyond a certain level. They had my friend up and surfing like a pro and I got some incredibly helpful tips on how to improve on what I already know. I could feel the difference almost immediately and I can't wait to practice what I've learned. They're super attentive, very personable, safety-conscious, and encouraging. I thought it might feel weird or awkward taking a lesson but it was honestly like surfing with friends. I can't imagine having a better experience. It was not just helpful, it was also so so fun. Easy five star rec! read more

100% recommend Dawn Patrol Surf School! Jake and Luke are so patient, give applicable tips and tricks to actually get up and catch a wave and make it a good time. My roommates and I did a lesson and are looking to go back and do more because we learned so much and had a blast! Best surf school you'll find! read more

I took the private two person class with my best friend as we have always been amazed by the surfers at the beaches here in Cali and let me just say this class was an awesome introduction! They provide you with a wet suit and board (measurements and weight taken beforehand) and everything was ready by the time we met up by their '95 Ford Branco. Our class was an hour and half and you definitely end up wishing the class could last a bit longer with all the fun you're going to have fun! They go over the basics and safety by the sand and once our instructor (we had Luke) thought we were good to go, we got right into the water! We had perfect weather and great waves so we started surfing right away! This class is awesome and definitely a must do if you're thinking about trying to surf! Can't recommend this class enough! I've already been talking about it non stop to all my friends and I'm sure you will enjoy it too! Sign up! read more