Private Waves for Your Crew: Tailored Group Surfing off Charleston’s Coast

CHARLESTON SURF FIELD GUIDE

Private Waves for Your Crew: Tailored Group Surfing off Charleston’s Coast

A 90-minute, instructor-led private surf session for groups (5–12 people) — this guide explains pricing, logistics, and what to expect so you can book and prepare efficiently.

Private Waves for Your Crew: Tailored Group Surfing off Charleston’s Coast.

Duration
90 Minutes
Location
Charleston
Operator
Salt Marsh Surf
Category
Surf
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Ride the waves with your group in a personalized surf session led by Salt Marsh Surf. Designed for families, teams, camps and small groups, the Private Group Surf Experience delivers focused instruction, flexible scheduling and staffing scaled to your party so the session is tailored to your group’s needs.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

PERSONALIZED INSTRUCTION

A session built for your group

Sessions are fully customized for families, camps, teams or groups, with multiple instructors assigned as needed to match group size and goals.

TRANSPARENT PRICING

Base rate plus per-surfer pricing

Pricing starts at a $600 base for up to five surfers, with an additional $100 charged for each extra surfer; custom scheduling and booking are handled by calling or emailing the operator.

LOCAL LAUNCH

Meet at 21st Avenue on the Beach

Sessions begin at the designated meeting point on 21st Avenue on the Beach, where the group assembles before stepping into the water for the guided 90-minute session.

What the day feels like

What the session feels like

For 90 minutes your group moves through a focused, instructor-led surf session crafted to your goals — whether introducing kids to their first waves, sharpening technique for a team, or running a private clinic. Instructors scale to the group as needed, and scheduling is arranged directly with the operator so the session matches your timetable.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this experience suits — and who should call ahead to confirm details.

1
Active FamiliesWell suited: private, instructor-led format lets families book a session sized to their children and adults for a focused 90-minute lesson.
2
Camps & Youth GroupsWell suited: the offering is explicitly designed for camps and youth groups, with the ability to add instructors as needed for larger groups.
3
Corporate Teams & Small GroupsWell suited: private scheduling and group pricing structure make it a practical option for team-building or small-group outings.
4
Small Groups (5–12 people)Essential requirement: the experience is structured around private groups in the 5–12 person range; base pricing and staffing scale with count.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Length

Sessions run 90 minutes. Scheduling is customized — call or email the operator to arrange a time that fits your group.

Pricing & Booking

Base price is $600 for up to five surfers, with a $100 surcharge per additional surfer; call or email to book and design your session.

Meeting Point

All groups meet at 21st Avenue on the Beach for check‑in and the start of the session.

What to Bring

Specific gear and equipment arrangements are provided when you call to book; contact the operator to confirm what the session includes and what you should bring.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Private Group Surf Experience?

Each private session is 90 minutes long.

What does the pricing look like?

Pricing starts at $600 for up to five surfers, with an additional $100 for each extra surfer.

How do I book a session?

You must call or email the operator to book and design a session tailored to your group.

Where do we meet for the session?

The meeting location is 21st Avenue on the Beach.

How many people can join a private group?

The experience is designed for private groups of 5–12 people; staffing and pricing scale with group size.

Will there be multiple instructors for larger groups?

Yes — multiple instructors are assigned as needed based on group size.