Reviews for Group Surf Lesson in Pacific Beach

Great surf shop. Good pricing. Got me hooked up for a day of surfing while I was in town. Would definitely recommend.

I never leave reviews but PB Surf Shop is the best and deserves a write up. My girlfriend and I took a 2 person private lesson with Connor the instructor and it was incredible. We learned a lot and had a blast while surfing but then the energy in the shop after was just as incredible. We learned about the long history of the shop which was fascinating. If you are lucky enough to go you have to get some merch with the original logo on it. very cool and tons of history behind it.

Learned to surf here and had so much fun. Thank you!

I took a surf lesson with this team over the weekend, and it ended up being the highlight of my entire trip to San Diego. I booked it very last minute and was able to get a session, and from start to finish, the instructors were incredible, super friendly, patient, and genuinely fun to be around. They made learning to surf feel approachable and exciting, even as a beginner. It was actually so much fun that I came back two days later and did another session. What really stood out was how great they were at teaching. They broke everything down in a way that was easy to understand, gave helpful feedback in real time, and kept the whole session relaxed and enjoyable. It was worth every single penny. I had such a great time that I’m already planning another trip back just to do it again. Highly recommend to anyone visiting San Diego, whether it’s your first time surfing or you just want a great experience in the water.

My teenagers took lessons with this group. They had an absolute blast and the price point was pretty reasonable.

Had an incredible experience learning how to surf! And they were all incredibly welcoming and kind <3 Looking forward to coming back soon!!!

If you want the best surf lessons in San Diego, go here! PB Surf Shop has the best surf lessons in Pacific Beach and is right on the boardwalk. It’s the original surf shop in PB. Don’t be fooled by the other companies that throw up a canopy on the sand and want you to get in and out of your wet suit in the sand! I took the private 3 day lessons and so glad I did. The instructor’s are friendly, informative and know what they’re doing. They made it safe, easy and fun. I was up and surfing the first day! They even have a shower for you to rinse off after you surf so you can continue on with your day. You can rent your equipment and store it right there on the beach, too, or just while you grab something to eat. Even had lockers to keep my stuff in while I surfed. Awesome location and great surf shop! Good people all around. Highly recommend!!

We had a group of 10 new surfers ranging from 40 years old down to 5. We had no experience prior to our lessons. The instructors were accommodating and fun. By the end even our 5 year old was riding the board in standing up. This will be the high light memory of our trip for sure! Thanks for helping us shred! Everybody is excited to come back again.

Such a cool shop. Right on the beach, where it's suitable for both beginners and advanced surfers, and where it's not too busy despite the great location. Simply great! 100% recommended! Fair prices!

I had an incredible experience with PB Surf Shop! From the moment I got in the water, the lesson was all about building confidence, learning step by step, and having fun. Pablo was a great instructor—he explained the basics clearly, corrected my mistakes, and kept me improving while making the whole session really enjoyable. I left feeling more confident on the board and excited to surf again. Highly recommend PB Surf Shop!

Best surf rentals ever! Randy and his team (Chad and Robby) took such incredible care of me during my last visit to San Diego. I didn't want to travel with my boards and took the risk to try some rentals which rarely ends up being a good prospect. They had the best selection that I have ever seen during surf travel. I rented a Gary Linden shape that they recommended and it was absolutely perfect. They also had tons of Rusty shapes as well as many other reputable brands. If you're a beginner, I can't imagine better people to learn from. Thanks so much guys, I will definitely see you next trip. Really enjoyed talking surfing with you, didn't want to leave!

Great availability of boards and wetsuits, a friendly team, and convenient access to water makes this the perfect place to rent surf gear. It's sort of a hangout spot, too. You're likely to see off-duty staff hanging out and surfing, contributing to a friendly neighborhood vibe. Pricing is really affordable and the people who work there are super knowledgeable and truly care. It's clear this business exists not to be just a business but to also make surfing accessible. Sometimes, rental items in tourist areas are priced so you'll only do it once. Not here. So we've gone more than once and will go again. They have kids camps and lessons and other wheeled items like bikes and skateboards. Bonus points for an indoor bathroom. If you have never surfed, definitely do a lesson. Otherwise, this is a great spot for quick access to beginner and advanced waves all in one location.