Kim Jacqueline S.
6/16/2025
Second time ever on a board and caught waves!! Richie, our instructor was great, safe and soft spoken with a gentle footprint . He had 100 percent control the entire time. I absolutely loved it...
Richard Schmidt School of Surfing
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849 Almar Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
The Richard Schmidt School of Surfing in Santa Cruz, CA has been the original surf school since 1978, offering year-round surf stand up paddleboard lessons, classes, and marine tours for all ages and abilities. With a focus on providing unforgettable and enjoyable experiences, Richard Schmidt and his trained instructors guarantee that students will stand up and ride down the face of a wave in their very first lesson.
Richard Schmidt, a professional surfer with a calming character and unending patience, has developed a surf school philosophy that emphasizes water safety, wave selection, and the joy of surfing for people of all ages. From teaching young kids to adults seeking a connection with nature, the Richard Schmidt Surf School continues to share the stoke and passion for surfing that has been a part of the Santa Cruz community for over 40 years.
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5.0125 reviews
steve b.
9/29/2023
Had a beginner group lesson today and the entire experience exceeded my expectations! Selah was our instructor and she was fantastic. She helped us understand many aspects of beginning surfing...
Marilyn S.
5/22/2024
I have taken many lessons (private and group) from the Richard Schmidt Surf School and I highly recommend them. My first lesson was the end of November 2018 at the age of 68 with my daughter and...
Lila V.
8/10/2023
Richard and his staff were awesome. They were patient and encouraging. The only reason I gave them four stars is because they had way too many surfers in the water at the same time. I was able to...
Panders P.
8/17/2020
How is every instructor the best? I am writing this review a little late so I've forgotten our magic instructor's name but check out the photo. If you see you've landed her, be prepared for a...
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