Surfing is a sport and lifestyle with no comparison. The feeling of salt on your skin, the warm sun on your back, and the power of the ocean can transform your life. It’s lifestyle can promote inner peace, a more positive outlook, and overall healthy living. Those that know the feeling can’t wait to experience it again, and those that haven’t are in for a real treat. There’s nothing like catching a good wave, and we can help you catch it.
Island Camps offers a variety of surf programs for all ages and skill levels. Our seasoned instructors of second and third generation surfers take great care in planning each lesson to insure that all of our participants enjoy their surfing experience to the greatest extent possible. We consider many factors, such as current weather and ocean conditions, skill level and interests, and the individual needs of our participants. We are currently offering private one-on-one lessons, small group lessons of 2-4 students, and large group lessons of five or more students. Whether you’re going out for the first time or looking to learn new tricks, we have a lesson designed for you.
See you in the water!
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Private Lessons
Private lessons are perfect for everyone because you get personalized one-on-one attention from a professional. After ensuring your surfing fundamentals are perfected on the beach, you’ll hit the water to learn the basics of board handling, ocean safety, paddling, and getting to your feet. Experienced surfers can immediately hit the water to learn the tips and tricks straight from the pros.
Lesson Time: 1.5 hours
Price: $90
Number of Students: 1
Call us today to reserve a lesson with one of our experienced surf instructors.
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Small Group Lessons
Small group lessons are perfect for family and friends. Our professional staff will plan a lesson based on your groups interests, skills and goals. Whether you’ve been surfing for a little or a long time, spending a session with your friends and family in the water can be a lot of fun.
Lesson Time: 1.5 hours
Price: $55 per person
Number of Students: 2-5
Call us today to reserve a lesson with one of our experienced surf instructors.
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Large Group Lessons
Large group lessons are great for birthday parties, corporate team building, bachelor/ bachelorette parties, school field trips, graduation parties, Bar / Bat Mitzvahs, and more. Your group will get personalized attention from a professional instructor that will cater a fun surf lesson to you. Get big discounts if you come in groups of 10 or more.
Lesson Time: 1.5 hours
6 - 10 Students: $40 per student
10 - 20 Students: $30 per student
20 - 30 Students: $25 per student
Call us today to reserve a lesson with one of our experienced surf instructors.
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Free Lessons
Island Water Sports has been providing free lessons on Deerfield Beach every Saturday for the past 20 years. It’s our way of promoting a fun and active surf community. All experience levels are welcome- we enjoy introducing the joys of the ocean to beginners, children, and young teens. Simply register for lesson and come on out! Our instructors are friendly, experienced, and love to teach.
Every Saturday from 7:00am - 9:00am
For more info and to register for our free lessons, visit:
http://islandsurfsport.com/index.php/free-lessons
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Surf Clinic
Our specially-designed surf clinic provides a fun surf session with some one-on-one attention from Island Water Sports professionals, like 20-year vet Kali “Da Big Kahuna” Montero, and surfboard shaper Mike Pechonis. The group lesson is dedicated to providing participants with the best instruction in ocean safety, ocean awareness and surfing skills. Students will learn how to surf safely and with confidence.
Every Saturday from 9:30am - 11:00am
$25 per student
For more info and to register for our surf clinic, visit:
http://islandsurfsport.com/index.php/free-lessons
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Surf Lesson FAQ
- What is the minimum age for surf lessons?
It is recommended that students be at least five years old before they begin lessons.
- Where will the surf lessons be held?
Lessons are usually done on Deerfield Beach on the North side of the peir. However, on request, an instructor may be able to hold the lessons at your hotel or other South Florida beach.
- How long is a lesson usually?
A standard lesson lasts 90 minutes. Thirty minutes are allowed for beach safety and travel to the beach; then at least one hour of time in the water.
- What should I bring with me to the lesson?
You should bring a towel, sunscreen, a rash guard or extra t-shirt, and a camera for lot of great photo opportunities.
- It is cutomary to tip the instructor?
Just like any service business, tips are always appreciated but not required. A standard 10%-20% is always appreciated if you feel it was a good lesson.
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| Call today for reservations and details: 954-427-4929 |
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| Our Featured Instructors |
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Kali Montero
Professional Waterman, Master Certified Surfing Instructor, NSSIA (National Surf School and Instructors Association), Founder of largest and longest running Free surfing lessons in world – Island Water Sports FREE Surf Lessons. Brought and reintroduced long board teaching techniques with proven methodology to East Coast in 1995. Introduced Surf School/Camps concept to East Coast with defined and proven lesson plan. Owner: Big Kahuna Surf School®.
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Michael Pechonis
My name is Michael Pechonis,
-I've been surfing for 35 years
-I've been teaching Surfing for over 15 years
-I've taught over 25,000 people how to surf
-I own Bird Surfboards and shape surfboards for a living. I also work at Island Water Sports in the capacity of Surf instructor, Surf Reporter, Camp Director, Trip Leader and Adviser. I've surfed in England, Costa Rica, the East coast of the United States and The Bahamas. I Love building things, working with people and teaching them how to surf.
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William "Skeeter" Zimmerman
Skeeter was born in Deerfield Beach, Florida in 1984. Skeeter's father taught him how to surf at age five when his family moved to Kona, Hawaii. Surfing has been Skeeter's passion and lifestyle ever since. Skeeter began teaching surf lessons at age 16. He realized how rewarding it was to spread his knowledge of the sport to others. Skeeter is a certified lifeguard and was recently certified as an EMT.
Skeeter has been surfing for over 20 years, competing for 15 years, and teaching for over 10 years. Island Water Sports was actually Skeeter's first sponsor at age 10!!!
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