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What you need to bringBring a towel and a positive attitude. Depending on the time of year and the time of the lesson a rash guard or a wetsuit can be helpful but not necessary.

What I can bringSurfboards, surf leashes, and surf wax will be ready and waiting.

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If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.

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  2. New York
  3. West Gilgo Beach
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Surfing with Thomas S.⭑ 5.0 (9 reviews)
How it works

Surfing 🏄 lessons with

Thomas Stelfox

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Thomas Stelfox, Surfing coach in West Gilgo Beach
Thomas Stelfox, Surfing coach in West Gilgo Beach
Pay $0 today$86per lesson after trial

Surfing 🏄 lessons with

Thomas Stelfox

Get a free trial lesson
Get a free trial lesson
Pay $0 today$86per lesson after trial
91
Happy Student Score
Good
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Thomas is dependable and responsive. Students are generally satisfied and continue booking lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0
9 ratings
8 reviews
91
Happy Student Score
Good
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Thomas is dependable and responsive. Students are generally satisfied and continue booking lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0
9 ratings
8 reviews

About your surfing coach

Born and raised on the shores of Babylon, NY, I've ridden the waves of the East Coast since childhood, braving cold winter swells and eagerly awaiting the summer hurricanes. As soon as possible, I embarked on surf safaris, exploring breaks from the Caribbean to California and Central America, Oregon to Oahu, and beyond. With over 45 years of experience, surfing has become more than a passion—it's a way of life. Now, as an instructor, I find immense joy in helping others catch their first wave, sharing in the exhilaration that becomes a lifelong memory. Join me in the surf, and let's make some unforgettable waves together!

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Teaches: Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates
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Lives in: West Gilgo Beach, New York
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 17 lessons

Thomas's availability

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At your location

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This coach can travel to you

Travels within 25 miles

Gilgo Beach

Free
507.8 miles away

Robert Moses State Park

Free
511.8 miles away

Availability on all locations

Near West Gilgo Beach, New York

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Reputation

91
Happy Student Score
Good
Reliability
Usually reliable 👍 Dependable most of the time. Occasionally needs to adjust, but communicates clearly.
Average rating
5.0
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Mehry R.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
I really enjoyed the session with Thomas. It was a fun and engaging experience that made me look forward to trying more. If you're thinking about learning to surf, his lessons are definitely worth checking out. The positive vibe and clear guidance made it all very enjoyable. Give it a go and see for yourself! 🌊
Rita D.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Thomas was great! Very professional and patient. Very knowledgeable
Ellen Tulips mom
Tom’s a great instructor. Nothing is more satisfying than seeing your child succeed. He’s enabled my daughter to do that with surfing through his knowledge and patience.
Aless mac carthy
Tom is encouraging and patient. He’s an amazing surfer, surfed all his life and provides amazing insight to the waves and the ocean overall
Meg R
I always thought surfing was so cool but thought it would be so hard to learn. Tom had me riding waves my first day.
Melanie H
I was nervous at first but Tom’s knowledge and demeanor made me feel comfortable and confident in the ocean.