Surf Lessons in Malibu (Surfrider Beach)
Malibu (Surfrider Beach) is a great place to learn how to surf. The waves here are great for beginners — mellow waves and sandy bottom, making it ideal for your first time or to improve your skills.
Today's Conditions
Full forecastChest to head-high
5s period
3 kph
ESE
17°C
Cool — full wetsuit
8.0/10
Great day to surf
Surfing at Malibu (Surfrider Beach)
We don't have instructors listed at Malibu (Surfrider Beach) yet, but this spot is worth knowing about. The waves here are beginner-friendly — if you bring your own board or rent locally, it's a great place to practice.
Best tide
low, mid
Best wind
East, Northeast
Best swell
West, Southwest, Northwest
About surfing in Malibu (Surfrider Beach)
Malibu (Surfrider Beach) is a point break located in Los Angeles, USA. It's one of the friendliest spots in the area for people learning to surf — expect mellow, forgiving waves and a sandy bottom that's easy on your feet.
Malibu (Surfrider Beach) is a beginner-friendly point break located in Los Angeles, USA. This welcoming spot offers gentle, forgiving waves ideal for first-time surfers and those building confidence on a board. Best on West and Southwest swells with East/Northeast offshore winds, it provides a safe and enjoyable learning environment with consistent, manageable waves.
Pack a full wetsuit — the water can be cool. Most instructors include board and wetsuit in the lesson price.
Know before you go — Malibu (Surfrider Beach)
Here's what you should know about surfing at Malibu (Surfrider Beach) — conditions, timing, and practical stuff.
The waves
Malibu (Surfrider Beach) is a point break. The waves break gently over sand, which makes it forgiving when you fall. Perfect for first-timers.
Best conditions
- Tide: low, mid
- Wind: East, Northeast
- Swell: West, Southwest, Northwest
When to go
Malibu (Surfrider Beach) has surfable waves most of the year. Check the forecast to pick the best day for your visit. Right now the water is cool at 17°C.
Ready to try Malibu (Surfrider Beach)?
Whether you're a complete beginner or want to improve your technique, a local instructor makes all the difference.
Looking for surf lessons in Malibu (Surfrider Beach), Los Angeles, USA? Surfer Worldwide helps you find local instructors who know this spot inside out. Los Angeles is a popular surf destination with consistent waves and a welcoming surf community. Check live conditions, compare instructors, and discover what to do in the area.
¿Buscas clases de surf en Malibu (Surfrider Beach), Los Angeles, USA? En Surfer Worldwide puedes encontrar instructores locales certificados que conocen este spot mejor que nadie. Los Angeles es un destino popular para surfear con olas consistentes y una comunidad de surfistas acogedora. Consulta las condiciones en vivo, compara instructores y descubre qué hacer en la zona.