Shops range from retail stores focused on board sales and gear tune-ups to dedicated surf schools offering private and group lessons. Finding the right spot depends on whether you need beginner-friendly soft-top rentals, advanced custom shaping, or guided stand-up paddle tours. A map pin shows location, but it will not tell you if a shop provides wetsuit rentals, certified instructors, or local tide guidance.
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Midtown Surf Shop + Coffee Bar
1126 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-2106
Mon–Sat 8:30am–7pm, Sun 8:30am–6pm
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Club Ed Surf School and Camps
2350 Paul Minnie Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-1748
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Freeline Surf Shop
821 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-4420
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Blown Out Surf Shack
3055 Portola Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-5027
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Pacific Wave
1502 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Arrow Surf & Sport
2324 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-5246
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Noland's on the Wharf
47 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Buell Surf Shop
912 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-4457
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Ding Pro Surfboard Repair Santa Cruz
2350 Paul Minnie Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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Haut Surf Shop
345 Swift St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Hotline Wetsuits
509B Swift St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-5823
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Rip Curl
753 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-5208
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Ward Coffey Shapes
402 Ingalls St #13b, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Your Board Santa Cruz
885 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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Traveler Surf Club & Coastal Outpost
747F 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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O'Neill Surf Shop
400 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Rip Curl - Downtown Santa Cruz
1395 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-3909
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Steamer Lane, Santa Cruz
West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Arrow Surf & Sport
2100 Delaware Ave Ste 1, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-6362
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Rip Curl
1604 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Saint Kris Surf Co.
125 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Shoreline Surf Shop,
125 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-5412
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Pacific Wave
623 Swift St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-5825
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Cowells Beach Surf Shop
30 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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38th Ave. Beach
23801 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-5244
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Taylor Surfboards
660 34th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-5107
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Buell Surf Rental Center
907 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-4456
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The Hook
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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Santa Cruz Board Builders Guild
345 Swift St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-6227
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Santa Cruz Ca Locals
2161 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-9746
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Pleasure Point Surf Spot
Santa Cruz, CA
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The Duke Statue
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Pleasure Point
Santa Cruz, CA 95062-4205
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Indicators
W Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Tha Hook
Santa Cruz, CA
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- Oceanside65
- San Clemente56
- Huntington Beach49
- Malibu23
- Encinitas22
- Ventura22
- Newport Beach21
Good to know
What is usually included with a surfboard rental?
Most shops include the surfboard, leash, and a block of wax with standard daily or hourly rentals. Wetsuits or rash guards are sometimes included, but some locations charge a small extra fee for neoprene gear depending on the water temperature.
Do I need prior experience to book a group surf lesson?
No, beginner group lessons are designed for first-time surfers and typically cover land-based safety, popping up, and basic ocean awareness before getting into the water. Instructors stay in waist-deep water to assist students with catching soft-top waves.
How much do surf lessons and board rentals typically cost?
Daily board rentals often range from $25 to $50 depending on the board type, while group lessons typically cost between $75 and $150 per person for a two-hour session. Private lessons or specialized SUP tours generally cost more.