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Van Curaza Surf School in Avila Beach

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Van Curaza Surf School is a surf school in Avila Beach, CA.

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Eric Hauser -Google user

3 years ago

I've wanted to try surfing for a very long time. Finally booked a lesson and could not be happier. Why did I wait 48 years to try surfing?! Chris was my instructor and he was amazing. Super low pressure, approachable, incredibly friendly and easy to...Read More

Kate Nelson -Google user

4 years ago

My kids did a couple of days for surf camp with Van Curaza. I was really impressed by how excellent the instructors were really great with helping the kids and getting them surfing, while also going at the kid's pace and making sure that they...Read More

Communication, Quality, Professionalism, Value

Courtney Hischier -Google user

3 months ago

Van Curaza Surf School is awesome! My kids have been doing his camps for years now, and ask to go back every summer! It is definitely one of the highlights of their summer. The instructors are knowledgeable, professional and FUN. It's a great camp that...Read More

Jonathan Wood -Google user

a month ago

I had a blast learning to surf here with other veterans (Van’s school generously runs several programs for vets). I couldn’t believe we were riding waves within the first hour of instruction! They are professional, safety-conscious, generous, and FUN. You won’t regret seeking lessons here.

Conner Martin -Google user

a month ago

I had Van for my first ever lesson and he was great. He gave solid instructions and advice for balance and popping up and I rode a few waves all the way to the beach! I highly recommend

Megan Tewell -Google user

2 months ago

The best surf school on the central coast! Instructors are great teachers, lots of fun, and good with kids of all levels. Drop off and pick up are organized and efficient, and most importantly, the kids have the best time!

Veronica L -Google user

a year ago

Last weekend, my sons took their first surfing class with Van Curaza, and they had a very positive experience. Van was clearly experienced in the sport, and safety was a top priority. I felt reassured seeing how he instructed them and kept a sharp eye...Read More

Miguel Escudero -Google user

2 years ago

Van's crew is super professional and experienced. I scheduled a session for my 7 year old to surf for his first time and it was simply great. Kanoa, our surf instructor was super patient and dedicated. My son had an amazing time and caught a...Read More

Ann Dinh -Google user

2 years ago

I signed my 8 year old daughter up for surf lessons for the first time. I was a little bit nervous since I was unsure of how she would like it. She absolutely loved it. After completing two weeks she asked to be signed up...Read More

Listen 763 -Google user

a year ago

Surfed for the first time with Van and had a great experience. He has a very direct and honest teaching style. Learned the fundamentals and am looking forward to getting some more practice

Lisa Pai -Google user

5 years ago

Van and Dan are amazing! My daughter loved her first surf lesson with these patient, kind, and professional instructors. It is obvious they truly love what they do and they give their clients a genuine surf experience. We will definitely book more lessons next time...Read More

Michael Schaefer -Google user

8 years ago

Van is an outstanding instructor. He is passionate about teaching, and is a dedicated and experienced instructor. He took my wife and I for a lesson, and tailored his teaching to us based on our individual levels. He not only hammered …

Karen McKissick -Google user

Edited 9 years ago

Super, exciting, amazing, beyond special! All these words describe the experience we had when we took our three grandsons to Van Curaza's Surf School this summer. They live in Colorado and were able to experience the ocean in a big way - …

Diane Roche -Google user

7 years ago

If you want to learn to surf, Van Curaza Surf School is where you should go. Van and his instructors make it fun, safe and they’ll definitely have you up riding waves in no time! No matter what age or ability, you’ll have...Read More

Cody Bower -Google user

8 years ago

These guys were great! I just did the 2 hour lesson and instructor Dan had me surfing on my second wave. Everyone was very friendly and encouraging. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to learn how to surf.

Ed Handschuh -Google user

13 years ago

After we were abandoned by another surf school, Van Curaza worked us in at the last minute. They were very patient with us and we all got up and surfed. (Naturally my kids and wife were up way before me. I think...Read More

Adam Leibowitz -Google user

2 months ago

Great teacher and super fun!

eva meeks -Google user

8 years ago

I showed up on a Saturday and got a one on one with Dan. He was awesome!! He made it seem not so daunting and I was able to get up on my first wave. I definitely recommend this place.

Jill McKenna Reilly -Google user

5 years ago

Great instruction! Chris really had fun with my girls and taught them.sooo much! We will use them.everytime we come to Avila!

Ron Holtgrew -Google user

5 years ago

Epic staff, wonderful and friendly. All levels of teaching. Great for family!! Best fun at the beach ever!! 🌊🏄‍♂️ 😎🤙 …

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