CAROLINA BEACH SURF FIELD GUIDE
Ten Hours to Paddle Out: Private Surf Coaching at Carolina Beach
A 10-hour package of tailored, 1-on-1 surf instruction from Tony Silvagni Surf School that teaches technique, water safety, and surf etiquette for confident wave riding.
Ten Hours to Paddle Out: Private Surf Coaching at Carolina Beach.
At Carolina Beach, Tony Silvagni Surf School delivers ten hours of personalized, one-on-one surf instruction tailored to each student's level. Over multiple 1–2 hour sessions instructors cover land-based fundamentals through in-water practice, with CPR- and First Aid-certified staff emphasizing paddling, positioning, wave formation, etiquette, and water safety.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Personalized 1-on-1 Instruction
This package is delivered as private, level-based lessons so each session is tailored to your skill set — from first-time paddling drills to advanced positioning and etiquette.
Certified Instructors and Water-Safety Focus
All instructors are CPR- and First Aid-certified, and safety instruction is an explicit part of the curriculum.
Ten Hours Delivered in Short Sessions
The total package comprises ten hours of coaching delivered as 1–2 hour lessons, allowing focused practice in manageable blocks.
What the day feels like
What the Ten-Hour Package Feels Like
Lessons move from shore to sea: land-based instruction introduces paddling technique and surf etiquette before instructors guide you into the water for hands-on positioning and wave practice. Sessions are paced as 1–2 hour blocks across the ten-hour package, giving time for coaching, practice, and incremental improvement.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this package is best for and what to check before booking.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The package is delivered as multiple 1–2 hour lessons that total 10 hours of instruction.
Bring a towel and wear a bathing suit.
Top-quality lessons are offered year-round by the operator.
Instructors are professional and certified in CPR and First Aid.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is each lesson session?
Lessons are scheduled as 1–2 hour sessions that together total 10 hours for the package.
Is instruction private or in a group?
The package is offered as private 1-on-1 lessons and can be tailored based on the individual's level.
What do I need to bring?
Bring a towel and wear a bathing suit.
Are the instructors certified for safety?
Yes — instructors are CPR- and First Aid-certified and include water safety in the curriculum.
When are lessons offered?
Lessons are offered year-round.
What will I learn over the ten hours?
Instruction covers land drills, paddling, positioning, wave formation, surfing etiquette, and water safety.