Coronado Kids Surf Lessons
The Best First Waves for Your Keiki
The Grom Lesson is the perfect way to introduce your keiki (kids) to the joy of surfing in a safe and supportive environment. Designed specifically for children ages 10 and under, this 90-minute session pairs each young surfer with a specially trained instructor who focuses on building confidence, comfort, and smiles in the ocean.
With personalized guidance and gentle encouragement, groms learn the basics of surfing — paddling, balancing, and popping up — while having fun every step of the way. Lessons are always tailored to each child’s pace and ability, making this the ultimate beginner experience for the next generation of surfers.
Why Parents Love It
- Safety-first approach with CPR-certified instructors
- Small ratios to ensure personalized attention
- Gentle conditions at Coronado Beach — wide sandy bottom, mellow waves
- Emphasis on fun, ocean respect, and confidence building
Kids Surf Lessons
Give your keiki the gift of surfing. With safe, supportive instruction and gentle San Diego waves, this is the perfect way to start their surfing journey.
What to Expect:
- Check-In & Gear Up
- Meet at our beachside location near the Hotel del Coronado. Kids are fitted with child-sized wetsuits and surfboards.
- Beach Practice
- On the sand, instructors explain ocean safety and practice paddling and standing in a playful, easy-to-follow way.
- Catch Their First Waves
- In the water, instructors stay by each child’s side, guiding boards into waves and cheering every ride.
- Celebrate Progress
- Finish the session with high-fives, smiles, and maybe even a new lifelong passion.
Includes:
- 1.5-hour surf lesson with a certified kids’ surf instructor
- 1:1 or 2:1 child-to-instructor ratio for maximum safety and attention
- Surfboard and wetsuit rental sized for kids
- Beach instruction covering ocean safety, paddling, and pop-up practice
- Gentle in-water coaching designed to keep kids comfortable and engaged
- Optional photos & videos to capture their first waves
Why Jamie O’Brien Surf Experience in San Diego?
- Official surf partner of the Hotel del Coronado
- Expert instructors specially trained to work with children
- Exclusive beachfront location with ideal beginner conditions
- Part of Jamie O’Brien’s global surf brand — known for fun, aloha, and ocean respect
FAQs:
- Do kids need swimming experience?
Basic swimming comfort is recommended, but lessons are tailored to each child’s comfort level in the water. - Can parents join?
Parents are welcome to watch from the beach, but these lessons are focused on the kids and their instructors. - Is safety a concern?
Safety is our top priority. Our instructors are trained to work with young children and ensure every moment is safe and enjoyable. - What should my child bring?
A swimsuit, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, and water. We provide the rest!
Keep the stoke going!
After your grom catches their first wave, bring the whole family out for an Ohana Surf Lesson — a shared experience where everyone can surf together and cheer each other on.
Or help your keiki build even more confidence with a Private Lesson, pairing them with an instructor for focused, one-on-one coaching.