5 Surf School Success Stories [2023]
A surf school is where surfing professionals share their surfing knowledge and educate students on beach safety and general aquatic awareness. Certified surf teachers teach surf lessons in a controlled and safe environment.
If you are a professional surfer, you can start a surfing school and turn your passion into a profitable venture. Surf schools charge students per lesson or hour.
Here are some real life success stories of starting a surf school:
Learn more about starting a surf school:
Where to start?
-> How much does it cost to start a surf school?
-> Pros and cons of a surf school
Need inspiration?
-> Examples of established surf school
Other resources
3. Big Winds
Trust Big Winds for all your Windsurfing, Kiteboarding, Stand Up Paddling & E-Bike Gear, Lessons & Rentals. Hood River, OR. Columbia River Gorge. Call us, we can help! 888-509-4210
- Business rank: #409K
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4. Learn To Surf
- Business rank: #413K
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5. Adventure Out
California's premiere outdoor school & guides specializing in surfing, wilderness survival, backpacking, rock climbing, mtn biking, & adventure retreats.
- Business rank: #1.73M
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