Sunrise Surf Academy Venice in Marina Del Rey, California

“I canu2019t say enough wonderful things about Sunrise Surf. Conor, Dane, and every coach on the team are exceptionalu2014attentive, knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely welcoming. They create an environment that makes learning to surf not only accessible but seriously fun. My kids have been surfing with Conor and his team for three years, through both camp and private lessons, and they absolutely love it. The progress theyu2019”

— Mel B. · ★★★★★

“Conor and the entire team at Sunrise Surf Academy are incredible. They create such a supportive and fun environment that my son looks forward to every session. What really sets them apart is the balance between encouragement and real skill-building as well as teaching them knowledge of the ocean and surfing etiquette. Conor is patient, attentive, and helps kids feel confident in the water while still challenging them”

— Parrish · ★★★★★

“Ryan, You are awesome cool Instructor. I really learn a lot from you. You showed me the basics technic for starter surfer and what gear to use. If not for you I would never learned when to catch wave and able to stand on board. It was really fun to have you as my instructor. I definitely come back again and surf along your side.”

— Gwen T. · ★★★★★

“Had a private lesson with Garrett at Will Rodgeru2019s, it was absolutely stellar! They had the board and wetsuit ready for me (mine have been lost to time), and were so patient as I navigated (re: battled) LA traffic and Google maps to get to the beach. My lesson was awesome, but the part that really stands out was the customer service - from the moment I called to inquire for advice on the best time of day to surf Cali”

— Samantha S. · ★★★★★ · 2025-9-3

“My son and his friends go to this camp for three years now. Connor, Noah, Dane, and all the other staff are absolutely wonderful, and responsible. Their ratio of instructor to kids is 1 to 3 which means every kid gets a lot of attention. My sonu2019s surfing skills has improved so much and he always has fun at the camp. I highly recommend them.”

— Delbar A. · ★★★★★ · 2025-7-18

“Had a lot of fun enjoying the waves on a beautiful morning in Venice Beach. The wetsuit that provided me was thick enough that the water didn't feel unpleasantly cold even in January, just refreshing. They made sure to schedule me on a day with good conditions and provided attentive instruction in the water.”

— Purnima A. · ★★★★★

“Connor and Ryan are awesome. They took our group ages 48-6 for a lesson. We are total beginners and they were patient, calm and fun. Highly recommend!”

— Erin H. · ★★★★★

“My kids started Sunrise Surf Academy last Summer and were chomping at the bit to attend surf camp again for Summer u201824. I cannot say enough great things about entire team and particularly the Venice Beach leaders, Mika and Dane. Under their leadership, my kids have improved their surfing skills, faced perceived fears, had so much fun and growth, not to mention happily wiped out at the end of the day. They always get ”

— Christian C. · ★★★★★ · 2024-8-8