Collection: Surf Lessons

$100 per person for 75 minutes- 9ft soft top surfboard provided!

How do I schedule?

All Surf Lessons are scheduled around the waves and weather conditions, allowing us to choose the best surfing waves. Because of this, we do not schedule Surf Lessons more than (approximately) one week in advance. 

Get on our schedule by texting us during the week of your availability! 

☀️ Text (302)-227-8288 and ask about Surf Lesson availability

☀️ Include what days you are available to surf

☀️ Include how many people will be surfing

We will text you back with our availability by date and time. We typically conduct Surf Lessons once per day (each lesson with up to 6 surfers). Due to a high influx of Surf Lesson requests, we cannot offer Private Surf Lessons.

We schedule around the waves and weather conditions to choose the best surfing waves. Please be aware that Surf Lessons can be as early as 9am or as late as 6pm... it will all depend on the tides! 

Where are Surf Lessons conducted?

The north side of the Indian River Inlet Bridge- a few miles from our shop!

During your Surf Lesson, we show you all the basic surfing fundamentals, as well as touch on ocean awareness, water safety, wave riding skills and general surf etiquette. We start off your Lesson with board pick up in the parking lot of the North Side of the Indian River Inlet Bridge (your instructor can't carry all the boards down to the beach by himself!)

Once you make it onto the beach, we proceed with drills on the sand - learning how to "pop up" on your board, foot placement, etc.- then we get you in the water! We teach you how to paddle out and into the waves, and most of our surfers get the hang of surfing pretty quickly. In this case, surfers get to enjoy the remaining time in their lesson catching waves!

Frequently Asked Questions  

How often do you provide Surf Lessons?

We typically conduct Surf Lessons once per day.

How long is my Surf Lesson?

All Surf Lessons are 75 minutes long.

How many other people will be at my Surf Lesson?

There may be up to five other people in your Surf Lesson including yourself. Everyone gets their own board. We cap our Surf Lessons at six people as we only have six available boards and one Surf Instructor. Please keep in mind that your Surf Lesson will be conducted on a public beach and that there may be beach goers/swimmers/surfers present.

Can I schedule a Private Surf Lesson?

We only have one Surf Instructor and we receive a lot of Surf Lesson requests. Because of this, we do not offer Private Surf Lessons.

Do you offer surf camps?

We do not offer any surf camps. Dewey Beach Surf Shop once ran camps during the summer, but we have only offered Surf Lessons for the last ~10 years.

Are you available on holidays?

Unfortunately we do not conduct Surf Lessons on holidays or holiday weekends due to parking issues and beach crowding. This includes but is not limited to Memorial Day Weekend, 4th of July Weekend and Labor Day Weekend.

What do I bring to my Surf Lesson? 

Just yourself and a good attitude! We only provide the soft top surfboard with a leash attached for the duration of your Surf Lesson. 

Should you want or need a rash guard, wet suit, or any other items, that is something you would be responsible for bringing. Dewey Beach Surf Shop does not have any wetsuits or rash guards in stock at this time.

Keep in mind that you are welcome to enjoy the beach before and/or after your Surf Lesson! The Indian River Inlet Bridge area hosts 2 restaurants- Big Chill Beach Club and Dockside Marina Bar & Grill. State Park Campgrounds and the Indian River Marina are nearby.

Stop by Dewey Beach Surf Shop for beach essentials: sunscreen, beach towels, hats and more!

Do I need experience in order to surf?

We specialize in teaching all riding levels- from first timers to more advanced surfers. Our instructor, who boasts experience with both East Coast and West Coast swells, offers unparalleled local surf knowledge and fun for the duration of your Surf Lesson.

Do I need to know how to swim in order to surf?

Yes, all surfers need to know how to swim confidently in the ocean.

What is the rider weight limit?

Our boards have a rider weight limit of 265lbs.

What is the age requirement?

We ask that all surfers are at least 6 years old and are confident in their swimming abilities. We do not offer refunds if young children decide they don't want to complete their Surf Lesson.

Navigation/Parking

☀️ To get to the North Side of the Indian River Inlet Bridge (coming from Dewey)...

☀️ Take the first exit just before you go over the Indian River Inlet Bridge

☀️ The first parking lot on your left is where you need to be (by the camp sites/RVs)

☀️Parking is $10 for Delaware tags and $20 for out of state tags

☀️ You will park your car in the parking lot and walk directly under the bridge onto the beach

☀️ If you see the marina/restaurant, you have gone too far

☀️ If you are at the Big Chill Beach Club, you are on the South side of the inlet and you will need to drive to the North side of the inlet

Cancellation/Refund Policy 🚨

Cancellations made 24 hours in advance of your scheduled Surf Lesson may receive a refund, minus our system processing fee of 8%. No-call-no-shows do not receive a refund. 

Please do not submit payments until after Dewey Beach Surf Shop has confirmed your Surf Lesson via text. Payments received without Surf Lesson confirmation from Dewey Beach Surf Shop will be refunded, minus our 8% processing fee.