Did a group lesson and 3 people and it was so fun! I knew nothing about surfing and the other 2 had…read moresome experience. Matty and Luke were great! They were both very calm and fun throughout the whole lesson and adapted to everyone's level. Luke expressed that he likes to talk/teach a lot and gauged our comfort with receiving all of the information. Personally, I loved it and wanted to absorb all the tidbits he had to share. He was very open to questions and repeating himself if I needed him to. I honestly learned so much about the ocean and surfing. I went from very clueless and lowkey scared of the ocean LOL to comfortable and excited to head back out. Would totally recommend :)

BEST experience!!! Matty went above and beyond to give my son and his friend the best birthday…read moreexperience. He was so patient and passionate teaching these boys. They both rode waves!!! They were so happy!! My son wants to be a surfer now. When you are a passionate teacher your students will leave wanting to do it for a living. Thank you Matty!!! I can't wait to bring my son back for another lesson. It will be worth the 2 hour drive.

We had an awesome surf lesson with Nick Fowler from Aloha Brothers Surf Lessons. He found the…read moreperfect spot for us where there was nobody else out, which made the whole experience relaxed and fun right from the start. Both of my girls got up on their boards their very first time surfing. They didn't even want to come in when the lesson was over even though it was pouring down rain. Nick was patient, encouraging, and just a really good time to be around. He made the whole experience easy and memorable for our family and took great care of us the entire session. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great surf lesson, especially with kids. We'd absolutely do it again.

After my son and his friend went pretty hard on the boogie boards, I knew it was time for them to…read moregive surfing a shot. As SoCal boys, it's a right of passage. The lesson could not have been better. Aloha brothers provides wetsuits and boards as part of the lesson. The instructor, Taylor, was so kind and patient and made the lesson so fun that neither kid wanted to take a break during the 90-minute session. To put that into perspective, we had to walk three blocks with surfboards, and they required three breaks to make it through that experience. Both boys ended up being able to stand on the board and could not wait for their next lesson. My son struggles to keep doing something if it's difficult, but thanks to Taylor's encouragement, he kept failing and kept getting back up and trying again. Communication with Nick, the owner, was fantastic. The price was great for a two-person private lesson (check the website for the latest pricing).

Congratulations, you've stumbled upon the best surf school in LA…read more My girlfriend and I had four private sessions with Taylor, Jared, and Chuck and lemme tell ya these guys know how to teach. We left every session reflecting on at least one epiphany moment that provided us with tools we needed to grow and understand surfing a helluva lot better than we did before suiting up that morning. Affordable prices, excellent teachers, and good vibes. If you want to learn how to surf in LA, stop dilly-dallying and book a time with these friendly folks!

It was easy to sign up and I had a great experience during my first lesson. The meeting spot is at…read morea white van inside the parking lot near Lot 4 South. I couldn't find street parking, so I paid $12.00 for the day and parked in the beach parking lot, which was extremely convenient. The lesson included teaching instructions on the sand and some adjustments while in the water, a borrowed wet suit and surf board. I signed up for a group lesson which worked for my learning style. It provided the chance for me to try and experiment on my own while the instructor was working with other students. The instructors were very welcoming and friendly.

Took my girlfriend for a surf lesson as she is new to the ocean and waves being an east coaster. I…read moregrew up at the beach so its natural and would have tried to teach her myself.. but.. knowing how difficult it is to teach someone close to you (at timed) I decided to go with SM surf school. Nick was amazing, such a good attitude, friendly, calm, and patient. She was in such good hands and actually stood up a couple times on her first day. So thankful for the professional approach to something so fun and informal. Thanks Nick and SMSC!!!

Great experience. Booking was easy and flexible. Price was good. Instruction was fun and…read moremotivating. I'll be doing it again.

This is my second time having classes with Claudio! Every single class is better than the prior…read more Just so you have an idea, I moved to Miami and when I come back I always contact him for classes! Will definitely continue learning with him and recommend him to everyone!

I can't recommend No Rush Surf School enough! Claudio is an incredible instructor, patient,…read moreknowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about surfing. I've dreamed of learning for years but always felt nervous, and he instantly put me at ease. He broke down safety and technique in such a clear, simple way that my sister and I were popping up on the board right from the start! To make it even more unforgettable, we saw dolphins while surfing. Honestly, it was better than any high and better than any other experience I've ever had. Pure magic. If you've ever wanted to surf, this is the place. Whether you're a total beginner or just looking to sharpen your skills, don't wait, book a lesson. You'll be riding waves (and making memories) faster than you think.

Looked at a lot of options on yelp...but these guys stood out for their genuine authenticity and…read morelove 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!

(First time surfing & non swimmer) My instructor Luke was…read moreextremely 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.

This was so so so fun. I was a little cautious at first, for sure. Not an "ocean person" but I felt…read morelike I was In really good hands. Had a killer time and will very likely sitn up again. I loved the wetsuits they gave us. It made a March surf lesson very cozy. Highly recommend to anyone that wants an instructor guiding you through. They were very professional and patient. Funny too! Made the whole experience very entertaining and the land lessons part of it was sort of like a little comedy show. Ten out of ten experience for people looking for fun things to do in Santa Monica Beach. Also- parking was very easy!!!! They told us where to park cheap and had good recommendations and advice :) I love surfing now... never thought I would say that. Thank u Will and Lucas!!

Went out for a lesson with my girlfriend and what an incredible experience from start to finish!…read moreOur instructor, Lucas, was patient, encouraging, and made us feel completely at ease in the water, even as complete beginners. His guidance and positive energy turned what could've been intimidating into an absolute blast. Highly recommend for anyone in the SoCal area!

Are you ready to experience surfing and the glorious ocean with confidence, connection and joy?…read more Are you ready to learn how to navigate the ocean and how to interpret and forecast optimal weather conditions? Are you ready to be in a community of surfers at all levels? Surfing with the guidance of Jonathon has transformed my experience. His teaching style of step by step instruction and curriculum has shifted how I interpret the ocean, how my body changes positions for an optimal ride and helped me see and feel the importance of timing. I highly recommend learning to surf with the guidance of Jonathan ‍

There are a lot of things I could say about Jonathan's demeanor, his teaching style, his knowledge…read moreabout the ocean and about surfing, and his persistence about fundamentals ("move your feet back"). Indeed, all of these things are important and he excels at them. But the thing that sets Jonathan apart from other instructors, and the reason you should stop reading this review and schedule a lesson right now, is his capacity to deal with the trepidation that makes people not want to surf in the first place. He understands that the ocean is a scary place for many who want to learn. He understands that if this fear is reinforced in the beginning of the process it's likely they'll never learn. And he genuinely wants people to overcome their fear and develop the confidence to surf on their own. If you're thinking about learning surf and you're in LA, Jonathan is who you want to learn from.