If I could give 10 stars I would! My son and my nephew have participated in Flagler Surf school the…read morepast 2 years in a row and have a blast each year! The staff is phenomenal, the coaches are super attentive. Even on a day that the waves didn't want to cooperate the kids had a blast playing around in the water with their councilor

Lisa is an amazing surf instructor! I'm impressed with her kindness and willingness to make sure…read morebeginners or intermediates get a great day on the water. For example, we had some tough waves coming in out of the blue for my daughter and niece, who've never been surfing before. Instead of them getting beat up out there, she rescheduled us. This was very nice and she didn't have to. She MOST definitely delivers in her promises to make sure they don't get a "bad taste in their mouth" out there. If you're looking for someone to trust with your kids...She's the one! She caters to all ages and won't disappoint! I'm looking forward to doing a lesson for myself in the near future with her too! She's an amazing professional that Flagler is truly lucky to have!

Nestled on Florida's unspoiled Atlantic Coast, Flagler Beach draws in visitors with its charming,…read morepeaceful atmosphere and retro style while offering six miles of pristine shoreline, ocean-view dining, eclectic shops, lush green parks, bountiful fishing spots, surfable waves, and free access to the beach. Take a walking tour of historic downtown Flagler Beach, check out the museum, or explore the scenic trails at the local nature preserves. This is one of my favorite cities with my favorite beach! Surf's Up!!!

Celebrated my Birthday at the Chill Bar in Flagler Beach and the rooftop views were incredible…read more Great little shops, bars and restaurants. Lots of friendly people and I can't to come back.

This beach is so unique in comparison to almost every other FL beach, and I love it for that! The…read moresand is this cool orangish color because it's a mix of actual sand and crushed sea shells, and it almost gives you this other-worldly feel.. It's also really spongey so it's a good workout just to walk a ways. I felt much more at peace here than some other beaches- it's not as touristy so it's much more chill than some of the more mainstream FL beaches and it's a great change up. There are huge waves- perfect for surfing or boogey boarding. But that being said, the waves hit the shore pretty hard even up close so just something to be aware of if you're bringing kids. They have a big pier to fish off of and bathrooms and rinse station. Right across the street (A1A) all along the road there are dozens of restaurants, shops, and other businesses all within walking distance of the beach, it's so cool and nice to have everything so close by! Flagler is also a half hour from St. Augustine and Daytona Beach, so it's a great place to stay for a few days that's quieter but you can still see more of the coast. I think this is one of the coolest beachtowns I've been to yet. You gotta come here at least once just to experience how different it is!

In search of a beach to take your fur baby? Here it is! Although dogs are not allowed in all areas…read moreof the beach, there's a long stretch were they are allowed (south of S. 10th and north of N 10th.) We take advantage of this a few times a month, our dog absolutely loves the water and sand and it's never crowded. Note that they do require you to keep your pet on a leash but we always bring our long-line leash so he can roam around. As far as the main "boardwalk" area of Flagler, there's plenty to see and do. We like to sit near the pier and watch the surfers catch waves. There's definitely a friendly, old-school hippy-surfer vibe in Flagler that I love. A few fun beach bars that have outside seating with views of the ocean that make for a great lunch spot. One of my favorite things about Flagler is the drive to get there, take the A1A for a scenic ride up (or down) the coast, it's a real crowd-pleaser for out-of-town guests, they'll love the views! Overall, don't miss checking out this little gem of a city, you won't be disappointed.

Been in Flagler for 4 years now and discovered the board Shack today so glad I met Ryan and his…read morecrew these guys are awesome this is the surf shop you want to be at if you're not looking for a tourist trap

Talk about hospitality, I'm not from around here but the shop owner made the whole town feel like a…read morehome away from home. They had rental prices that didn't break the bank, and while I was there the owner introduced me to a few of the locals and gave me the downlow on where to hang out around town. He's a genuinely good dude. Also for a smaller coastal town Flagler is a lot cooler spot than I originally thought it would be. Perfect for just chilling out by the beach without getting price gouged everywhere you go.

Visited Flagler Beach during Xmas time. We had stayed across the street at Compass Margaritaville…read moreResort so it was a nice walk across the street. Loved seeing the sunrise and the beach view was so pretty. At the time, they were doing construction by the pier, so I walked under it to see the sunrise r with no obstructions. There was street parking with no parking fees here. One half of this beach is dog friendly and the other is not so make sure to check that out online. We didn't stay on the beach just visited and walked since it was chilly.

Waves were incredible today thanks to Imelda! The water is somewhat warm so a wet suit is not…read moreneeded but also not not needed lol Also found a lot of shells and spotted lots of wildlife. Usually the water is calm but today was perfect for surf. Lots of surfers were here today. Careful though lots of debris everywhere. I would say this beach is better than Daytona any day

Moving to the sunny state of Florida, we wanted to introduce our kids to the joy of outdoors and…read moreeverything the beach can offer. So, when my friend came to visit us we figured what better than surfing lessons? My husband met Ryan Ragan of Vast Oceans when Ryan was teaching another class. Ryan was patient, thorough and prepared. Our experience was that Ryan was not only prepared for our children with right size boards, but had a tent up for the parents to relax in the shade on a very hot day. (Chair not included. So bring one!). Ryan went over board safety, how to fall properly so as to not get hurt, when to exit the board so as to not get hurt, proper board care, style and grace, how to get out into the surf, the steps of getting up on the board. He helps the kids get confidence and comfort. He does not push them to go beyond comfort zone but continuously reminds them what steps they will be doing. He is patient and kind. Definitely wants kids to have the joy of surfing and solid instruction. What to bring: long sleeved sun shirt (aka rash guard) sunscreen for legs and all other exposed areas, towel, chair (if you want to sit) your cell phone or camera for some great photo opportunity's if you are watching. Bring a snack and drink. You will have a break and it's a great time to get hydrated and apply sunscreen on legs again. Don't forget to tip!

Ryan did an amazing job right from the beginning. Great communication and surf reports right up to…read morethe time of our lessons. We all had an amazing time and Ryan did a great job teaching us how to surf and giving us pointers once we were surfing.

I can't say enough a out this program, We had the best…read moreinstructor Ken, He was positive, kind, and supportive It was 10000 percent worth every penny!!!! My daughter had some fear but he worked with us and made it a great experience! We will definitely be back

Emily, Malachi, Ken and pat are all amazing! My daughter and a few of her friends did this camp…read morethis summer. Not only did my daughter gain confidence in her ability to surf, she gained confidence within herself. Many of the kids, both boys and girls, said it was the best week of the summer. ‍‍