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Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours)

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4 hours
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Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours)
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About This Tour

Experience the best of the Santa Barbara coastline during an introductory surfing lesson at Mondo's Beach. Learn the basics with an instructor who focuses on the fundamentals of reading water, paddling, popping up, and riding as well as surf etiquette during your lesson. A yummy beach picnic will be served mid-day. Guests can relax on the sand and enjoy drinks and food while recharging.

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Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours)
Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours)
Surfing Lesson in Santa Barbara (4 Hours)
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What's Included

Professional guide
Wetsuit provided according to your size
Surfboard

What's Not Included

Booties
Transportation to Mondo's Beach
Gratuity for your guide(s) - While optional it is very much appreciated and to be given at your discretion in return for their leadership, expertise, and professionalism.You can tip the guide in cash or via credit card at the end of your tour as you feel appropriate.
Lunch

Additional Information

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
If your contact number is international please include your email address in the comment section.
Children must be at least 7 years old, comfortable swimming in the ocean and ducking under waves
Minimum numbers apply. Our surf lessons require a minimum of 2 participants to run. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
If you are a single traveler, please free to call our office to confirm availability
Sun Screen (SPF 30 or higher).
A full water bottle. 1 quart or greater - please help us reduce our environmental footprint by bringing a re-usable bottle
A hat with a brim.
A beach towel
Beach shoes or flips.
Sunglasses with a neck strap such as "Chums" or “Croakies”
Swim suit or swim trunks
Sweatshirt or sweater and a dry change of clothes
Waterproof camera (optional)
Lycra rashguard. (optional)
Neoprene booties. (optional)
To ensure proper equipment, please provide your heights & weights. Thank you.
Guests under 18 years of age MUST have a parent or legal guardian sign their release forms. If you need this paperwork sent to you ahead of time, please contact our office.

Meeting Point

Address: 3674 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ventura, CA 93001 21 miles south of Santa Barbara Directions: From the South: Take HWY 101 North past Ventura. Take Exit 72 toward State Beaches. Continue onto CA-1 North. Mondo's Beach will be on your left-hand side. Look for an Adventure Company van and park anywhere in this area. Your guide will be set up with boards and a Santa Barbara Adventure Company umbrella on the beach. If you cannot find your guide within a few minutes - PLEASE CALL  OUR OFFICE.  From the North: This spot is approximately 21 miles or 25 minutes south of Santa Barbara. Take HWY 101 south past Carpinteria. Take Exit 78 for Pacific Coast Highway. The beach will be on your right-hand side. Look for an Adventure Company van and park anywhere in this area. Your guide will be set up with boards and a Santa Barbara Adventure Company umbrella on the beach. If you cannot find your guide within a few minutes - PLEASE CALL  OUR OFFICE.

Special Instructions

What you will need: • Sun Screen (SPF 30 or higher). • A full water bottle. 1 quart or greater - please help us reduce our environmental footprint by bringing a re-usable bottle • A hat with a brim. • A beach towel • Beach shoes or flips. • Sunglasses with a neck strap such as "Chums" or “Croakies” • Swim suit or swim trunks • Sweatshirt or sweater and a dry change of clothes • Waterproof camera (optional) • Lycra rashguard. (optional) • Neoprene booties. (optional)Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund    Policies, Terms and Conditions It is your responsibility to check your booking confirmation carefully as soon as you receive it and contact us immediately if any information on the confirmation appears to be incorrect or incomplete as it may not be possible to make changes later. Please review your confirmation information carefully.  Lost or Stolen Items: Santa Barbara Adventure Company/Channel Islands Adventure Company is not responsible for items that are lost or stolen on your trip. Please make sure you have all your personal items with you at the end of your trip. Thank you. Please note your own Client Responsibilities: All clients will be required to follow the safety policies and procedures of Santa Barbara Adventure Company/Channel Islands Adventure Company and its guides and all clients will be required to sign a Participant Assumption of Risks, Acknowledgment of Inherent Risks and Indemnity Agreement in favor of Santa Barbara Adventure Company/Channel Islands Adventure Company upon their arrival. Our staff will give instructions before each trip and it is important that you listen and do as they say. You will assume the responsibility for many decisions affecting your safety during this trip. These activities can be physically demanding with inherent elements of risk and danger beyond our control. We do not assume liability for personal injury or death. We offer trips requiring various degrees of fitness. We are not qualified to evaluate your fitness as appropriate for any given trip. If you are overweight or in poor physical condition or have other health concerns, you should consult your physician before the trip.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather

Tour Operator

Santa Barbara Adventure Company

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Guest Ratings

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