Surfs Up at Garden City Beach — Private Lessons with Village Surf Shop

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Surfs Up at Garden City Beach — Private Lessons with Village Surf Shop

Private, one-on-one surf lessons at Garden City Beach led by Village Surf Shop instructors — includes a complimentary T‑shirt and a focused hour in the water.

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Surfs Up at Garden City Beach — Private Lessons with Village Surf Shop.

Duration
3 hours
Location
Murrells Inlet
Operator
Village Surf Shop
Category
Surf
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Catch waves along the sand at Garden City Beach with Village Surf Shop’s private surf lessons — a summer offering that delivers personalized instruction, sunlit sessions on a classic Carolina shore, and a complimentary T‑shirt after your lesson.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE LEGACY

Five decades of local surf instruction

Village Surf Shop has been spreading stoke for over 50 years, bringing seasoned local knowledge to private lessons that aim to get you standing and smiling.

THE TEACHING

One-on-one coaching from CPR-certified staff

Whether you’re a complete beginner or want focused, advanced guidance, instructors are highly trained and CPR certified to deliver individualized attention in the water.

THE BONUS

A little shop stop after the session

After your lesson the shop invites you to pick up a complimentary T‑shirt and a big shaka to mark the day on the beach.

What the day feels like

What the lesson feels like

A private lesson is a compact, focused hour in the surf where an instructor tailors paddling, pop‑up and wave choice tips to your ability—followed by a short trip back to the shop for a complimentary T‑shirt and handshake.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this fits — and who should plan differently.

1
Beginner surfersWell suited: the program emphasizes one-on-one coaching designed for rookies and for people trying surfing for the first time.
2
Intermediate ridersAppropriate: private lessons can be tailored to more advanced maneuvers or to push intermediate surfers toward the next step.
3
Families and small groupsGood match: private instruction provides focused attention for individual family members, though sessions are scheduled by appointment and seasonally.
4
Seasonal or schedule‑limited travelersPlan ahead: private lessons are offered on a limited, seasonal schedule, so travelers visiting outside the stated run dates should check availability.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Bring a towel, sunscreen, and wear an appropriate swimsuit for water activities.

Timing & Schedule

Private lessons are held on Mondays from June through August with start times at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM; lessons are one hour long and the listed activity duration is 3 hours.

Meeting Point

Participants meet at the Calhoun Dr. beach access (#14) in Garden City Beach (where Calhoun Dr. and Waccamaw Dr. connect).

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Where do we meet for the lesson?

Meet at the Calhoun Dr. beach access (#14) in Garden City Beach, where Calhoun Dr. and Waccamaw Dr. connect.

When are private lessons available?

Private lessons are held on Mondays from June through August with start times at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

How long is a lesson and how long is the activity listed?

Each private lesson in the water is one hour long; the listed activity duration is 3 hours.

What should I bring to my lesson?

Bring a towel, sunscreen, and wear an appropriate swimsuit for water activities.

How much does a private lesson cost?

Pricing is $70 per person for a one-hour private lesson.

Who runs the lessons and are instructors certified?

Lessons are run by Village Surf Shop; the staff is highly trained and CPR certified.