Jeff Andrews
Surfing Instructor in Carlsbad, California
Surfing is so much more than riding waves . . . it is life changing. With over 25 years immersed in the joy of wave riding, I offer a knowledge base acquired from a wide variety of surfing experiences and countless time in the ocean. I specialize in the beginner to intermediate level while tailoring surfing instruction to fit your level of comfort and ability. I am passionate about sharing the “positoovity” of surfing, my goal is to elevate your experiences in and around the ocean. Join me, let's laugh and ride some waves together! Learn to surf and change your life.
5.0
18 ratings
27+
Lessons taught
27
Years experience
12
Locations
About Jeff
Surfing is so much more than riding waves . . . it is life changing. With over 25 years immersed in the joy of wave riding, I offer a knowledge base acquired from a wide variety of surfing experiences and countless time in the ocean. I specialize in the beginner to intermediate level while tailoring surfing instruction to fit your level of comfort and ability. I am passionate about sharing the “positoovity” of surfing, my goal is to elevate your experiences in and around the ocean. Join me, let's laugh and ride some waves together! Learn to surf and change your life.
See Jeff Andrews in Action
Private Lessons
Choose a lesson package that works for you. Every session is personalized to your skill level and goals.
Lesson Package
Ages: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors · beginner, intermediate · Gear provided
4 lessons, $200 total
- Terramar Beach, Carlsbad
- Terramar Beach, Carlsbad
- Cardiff State Beach, Solana Beach
- Tamarack State Beach, Carlsbad
- Cardiff State Beach, Cardiff by the Sea
- Grandview Beach, Encinitas
- Oceanside Harbor, Oceanside
- Grandview Beach, Encinitas
- Ocean Street Beach Access, Carlsbad
- San Elijo, Cardiff
- San Elijo State Beach, Cardiff
- Beacon's Beach, Encinitas
“That lesson with Jeff really hit the mark for me. I appreciated how he broke down the fundamentals without overwhelming and kept things natural. Still, I think it would be helpful if he provided a bit more guidance on specific movements for next time, though I feel more confident about catching waves now. If you're into steady lessons that really focus on building your skills, definitely give Jeff a try.”
Anna V.
What Students Say
Kate H.
21 lessons
Jeff is incredibly patient and stays fully engaged throughout the lesson, which really helped me feel comfortable on the board. The pace was just right, and his encouragement made a big difference. If you’re thinking about trying surfing, I definitely recommend taking a lesson with Jeff for a fun and supportive experience.
Brooke B.
1 lesson
Jeff was really kind. Someone who is very patient and chill is nice to have as a surfer instructor. He didn’t push me past my comfort level, but let me explore. I don’t have much experience surfing and he didn’t try to bombard me with too much information.
Shivani I.
1 lesson
Jeff was wonderful! He gave me some background info, checked for my comfort level and was constantly encouraging and amiable. He was so gracious and kind and I made progress in just one lesson. Highly recommend!
Christoph H.
3 lessons
Best lesson ever high dedication to every detail
Shivani I.
Beginner student
“Jeff was wonderful! He gave me some background info, checked for my comfort level and was constantly encouraging and amiable. He was so gracious and kind and I made progress in just one lesson. Highly recommend!”
Kate H.
Student
“Jeff is patient and very good at helping me improve my surfing. He carefully observes and catches details that are really helpful I strongly recommend him!”
Plus 7 more ratings from students.
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Where to train
12 locations across 6 cities. Pick the one closest to you.
Booking policies
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your lesson.
Expiry
Prepaid lessons expire 12 months after purchase.