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Group Surfing 101
Our Surfing 101 Group Lesson is a great way to get introduced to the sport of surfing. Focusing on the fundamentals of surfing and water safety, the lesson takes place on calm and small wave days. Surfing 101 incorporates dry land instruction and includes appropriate warm-up exercises, equipment handling and safety, water and rip current awareness, and the basics of laying, paddling, sitting, and popping up on the surfboard. You’ve never had so much fun in the water!
Private Surfing 101
If you prefer an even more personal approach, our Surfing 101 Private Lesson is an ideal way to get introduced to surfing in the Great Lakes. Whether it is by yourself, with family or a group of friends, our teaching on the beach and in the water ensures a safe and fun learning environment where you get the attention that you deserve and the professional instruction that you expect. This is a great way for a close group to enjoy each others’ company in the water. By the end, you’ll be lucky enough to understand the saying, “Only a surfer knows the feeling!”
Stand Up Paddleboarding 101
What’s SUP? Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) is quickly growing into one of the coolest new ways to get on the water. Relatively easy to do with a little practice, stand up paddling is similar to kayaking – all you need is a body of water and a paddle and you are set to go. SUP is a great, full body core workout that is actually fun! While perfect for calm days on the lake, in the harbor, and up the river, stand up paddleboards can also be surfed when there are small waves as it is essentially a giant surfboard. Our stand up boards and paddles are top of the line and our SUP lesson covers all of the basics involved in stand up paddling.
Skimboarding 101
Skimboarding is one of the fastest growing sports for kids on both U.S. coasts as well as in the Great Lakes region. Fun and easy to do, it is a great way for kids and adults alike to stay active at the beach. Our Skim 101 Lesson emphasizes safety, proper technique, and fun; all of the elements important for taking full advantage of skimboarding!
Sandboarding 101
If you snowboard, surf, skim, or skateboard, you don’t know what you’re missing if you haven’t tried sandboarding! Similar to snowboarding in the sense that you are standing sideways on a board and riding down a hill, sandboarding is quickly becoming a hot new sport in our area. With world class sand dunes 15 minutes away at Warren Dunes State Park, our lessons offer an awesome way to become introduced to the sport. If you may not be comfortable standing, we even offer sand sleds!
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Lesson Details
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Ages 7 to adult are welcome
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1 ½ hour lesson at New Buffalo City Beach or Warren Dunes State Park (sandboarding only)
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Includes all equipment
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Instructor / student ratio never exceeding 1:6
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Students meet at Third Coast Surf Shop 15 minutes prior to lesson
We recommend you bring what you would normally have when spending time at the beach; sunscreen, a comfortable swimsuit, towel, sunglasses, a sweatshirt, hat, and drinking water.
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