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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MAR Surf Exchange
617 Jack Rabbit Rd G, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Mon–Fri 10am–6pm, Sat 9am–1pm, Sun closed
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Atlantic Park Surf
365 18th St, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Bowling Surfboards
3900 Bonney Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
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Surf & Adventure Co.
577 Sandbridge Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-4536
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Pungo Board House
1789 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-3835
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17th Street Surf Shop
1612 Pacific Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Coastal Edge
316 21st St, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Wave Riding Vehicles
1900 Cypress Ave #4107, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Sunsations
2300 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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757 Surfboards
593 S Birdneck Rd STE 101, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Atlantic Surf Shop
3316 Atlantic Ave #102, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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VB WAKE
2272 Old Pungo Ferry Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23457-1343
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Posh Wholesale Surf Shop
1804 Arctic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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WRV Surf Camp
5th Street, Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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North End Surf
600 Laskin Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-3976
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Vb Surf Sessions- Surf Shop
2100 Mediterranean Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-4153
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Coastal Edge
1157 Nimmo Pkwy, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
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Quiet Storm Surf Shop
324 20th St suite 134, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Grom Coast Surf & Skate
325 Laskin Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-3019
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17th Street Surf Shop
2217 Upton Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
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17th Street Surf Shop
2720 N Mall Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23452-7200
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Grom Coast Surf & Skate
741 First Colonial Rd Ste 103, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-6102
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1st Street Jetty
96 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-3691
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The Factory
593 S Birdneck Rd #103, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Outer Banks Surf Shop
1228 Bluebird Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-5250
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Atlantic Surf Shop
2018 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-3345
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Whalebone Surf Shop
1616 Laskin Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Seasoned Surf Boards
1244 Jensen Dr Ste 101, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-5895
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The Oceanfront (Virginia Beach VA)
The Oceanfront Virginia Beach Va, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Baylake Beach
Sandy Bay @ Windy Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
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3rd Street Oceanfront
Virginia Beach, VA
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Surfing Beach
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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S-Turns
3200 Sandfiddler Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-4302
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Shoot The Pier
1415 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-3418
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Tamarindo Board Co
315 Great Bridge Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23320
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17th Street Surf Shop
4107 Portsmouth Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23321
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17th Street Surf Shop
1224 Greenbrier Pkwy Ste 210, Chesapeake, VA 23320-1612
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South Main Supply
3915 Main St, Chincoteague, VA 23336
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Atlantic Shoals Surf Shop
6758 Maddox Blvd, Chincoteague, VA 23336
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17th Street Surf Shop VA. BEACH
12223 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23602-6909
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Seth's Surf Shack
Newport News, VA
Norfolk 2
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Dolsey
863 44th St, Norfolk, VA 23508-2005
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West Ocean View
Norfolk, VA
Bracey 1
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Poplar Pointe Boutique
183 Hendricks Mill Rd, Bracey, VA 23919-3202
Cana 1
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Rockaway Beach Surfing
92 Street, Cana, VA 11694
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K-Coast Surf Shop
211 Mason Ave, Cape Charles, VA 23310
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Black Dog Paddle
7307 Round Ridge Pl, Chesterfield, VA 23832
Clifton Forge 1
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Occam's Mill
518 Church St, Clifton Forge, VA 24422
Culpeper 1
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Mako USA
1200 Sunset Ln, Culpeper, VA 22701
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Tillys
1270 Carl D Silver Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Weems 1
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Sail & Surf Adventures
347 Carters Cove Dr, Weems, VA 22576-2716
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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.
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What is a marine survey?
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