Top Santa Monica Stand Up Paddleboarding

Kapowui, was awarded best surf school in Venice beach for the last 5 years in a row. Kapowui is a family run business and and an icon of southern California. We live, eat, and dream surfing and teach surfing because we want to share our love and stoke for the sport. This is a life choice for us and what gives our lives meaning. All of Kapowui's instructors are imbued with the Aloha spirit, live within blocks of the beach (4 of them live in surf vans), surf every day and have many years teaching experience. When we are doing a lesson with you, we are 100% focused and in the moment with you. At Kapowui we truly care about your experience. Whether surfing is a one time bucket list item or a new sport you want to pick up, we will have you up riding waves, 100% guaranteed! Additionally you will be immersed in the surf culture, giving you the opportunity to feel the true surfer vibe, while learning a skill you can use forever.

Learn how to hang ten with a surf lesson in Venice Beach. Before you head into the water, you’ll learn about board design and dynamics, ocean safety, surf etiquette, pop-up technique, and form. Plus, learn about California surf culture. The lesson includes all of the necessary equipment: surfboard and a wetsuit.

When you take a surfing lesson from Kapowui, you are learning from the best. Not only do our instructors live, eat and dream surfing, they are imbued with the Aloha spirit, live within blocks of the beach (4 of them live in surf vans), surf every day and are experienced teachers. Come feel the surfer vibes with us, and we'll be sure to have you up riding a wave!

Join us on this exciting tour as we paddle board through the beautiful waters the Marina has to offer! You will be coached by your guide who will help you learn the basic practice of SUP techniques that will enable you to tackle on more advanced bodies of water on your own with ease. With the opportunity to unwind and check out the scenic views of the Marina from a new perspective which you don't want to miss out on. Please bring swimwear, towel, and sun protection. The paddle boarding activity will last approximately 60 min to 90 minutes in duration. Requirement of at least two individuals to partake on the tour.