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Thomas N.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 19

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Opening fresh, I felt steady progress in this lesson with Parker, who kept things clear as I paddled toward catching more waves, Amazing! and I’m excited for more practice tomorrow.

Deven G.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 12

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Love working with Parker! He is both understanding and patient with newcomers.

Duy N.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 11

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We are having a good experience with Parker in Newport Beach! He’s patient, knowledgeable, and makes learning to surf feel fun and approachable, even for total beginners. He gives clear instructions, great tips on technique, and makes sure we felt safe and confident in the water. Highly recommend his lessons for anyone looking to start surfing!

Raymond R.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 11

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Parker is the GOAT. I took 7+ lessons with him and each one of them were worth it. His way of instruction by the time I took my last lesson made everything click together. He is a great at explaining things and gets straight to the point. Would definitely recommend him to anyone wanting to learn how to surf.

Tin D.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9

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Parker is so freaking dope! Highly recommend.

Surfing with Parker M.⭑ 5.0 (46 reviews)

How it works

Beginner training plan

Your first lessonWater safety, water balance, and basic movements from paddling to popping up, will be par for the course for all beginners. This lesson will mostly consist of getting you confident with the movements and end with me pushing you into a some small waves to practice what we learned 🏄

Lesson 11+At this point we can move on to more intermediate skills: carving, long/short boards tricks, and/or bigger waves, whichever you prefer, but my hope is by lesson 10, at the most, you will not longer need me 😁

Lesson 4-10This is where the excitement really starts to build. Here, my aim is to have you truly riding the wave and not just surfing the whitewash (both are surfing in my book but the latter is less rewarding). This will involve learning positioning, picking your waves, committing to the paddle, and maneuvering your board while riding! This is where surfing really starts to capture your heart and mind. I guarantee you will be hooked by your first board slide 🌊

Lesson 2-3Hopefully by the second and third lesson, the movements will feel fluid enough that you will be able to stand on the board and ride your wave without falling for some time. Like anything else, experience builds competence and I am confident you will have the ability to ride the ocean at this point 🤙

Youth players

Working with kidsWorking at summer camps as a water ski instructor and lifeguard, I have experience teaching children water sports. For kids, it is very important to choose equipment and surf conditions that are suitable not only for their age but their skill level and water competency. Just as important though, is making them feel secure and confident throughout the lesson. Therefore it is key that the parent or guardian work with me to tailor the lesson for their child(ren).

Working with teenagersTeens want to feel guided without being stifled. It takes a gentle but steady grip to guide them between the pitfalls of control and ambivalence. I promise to ensure they feel heard and independent while still ensuring water safety education and basic surf competency!

Cancellation Policy

We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!

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.

And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.

Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!

Surfing with Parker Monroe

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⭑5.0 (46)

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💰$94 weekly lessons

Riding a natural element is a feeling like no other, and I'm passionate about sharing that joy with others. As an avid surfer with 20 years of experience riding the ocean, I've honed my skills as an amateur surfer and love guiding others as they progress. I'm dedicated to creating a fun, supportive learning environment where you can confidently build your wave riding skills and hopefully deepen your connection with the ocean.

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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors

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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates

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Lives in: Newport Beach, California

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Happy Student Score: 100

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Years Playing: 20 years

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Given: 119 lessons

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🏅Amateur Surfer

➕Had the incredible opportunity to surf at Kelly Slater’s wave pool

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📝Lifeguard Certified

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🏄Big Wave Specialist

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