Top Surfing Equipment Recommended by Calibunga Surf Lessons – Santa Monica’s #1 Surf School for Beginners & Groups
Essential Beginner & Intermediate Surf Gear for Santa Monica Surfers – Expert Picks from Calibunga Surf Lessons
Freedom Leash | FCS
The FCS Freedom surf leash is the best surfing leash for safety and performance, trusted by Calibunga Surf Lessons instructors. Whether you’re taking private surf lessons in Venice Beach, Manhattan Beach, Santa Monica Beach, or Malibu, this top-quality leash ensures your safety while you catch waves along Southern California’s iconic beaches.
Stingray Booties | Vans
Protect your feet during surf lessons at Venice Beach, Malibu, Santa Monica, and Manhattan Beach with high-quality surf booties. Vans offers durable, comfortable options perfect for rocky reefs and sandy bottoms common along Southern California’s coast. Proper fit is essential for safety and performance in all surf conditions.
Board Bag | Creatures
Creatures Of Leisure offers the perfect travel bag for surfers exploring Southern California’s top spots like Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach. Protect your surfboard during travel, keep your wax fresh, and extend your board’s lifespan with this durable, trusted bag recommended by Calibunga Surf Lessons.
Buell Wetsuits
Buell Wetsuits are our top choice for warm, durable, and well-fitted wetsuits at reasonable prices. Perfect for private surf lessons and group surfing sessions in Venice Beach, Manhattan Beach, Santa Monica, and Malibu. Before purchasing online, we recommend trying on Buell wetsuits at trusted local surf shops throughout Southern California to ensure the perfect fit for your surfing adventures.
Car Key Lock Box
Keep your car keys safe during private surf lessons at Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach with the durable, customizable lock box trusted by Calibunga Surf Lessons instructors. Perfect for surfers who want peace of mind while paddling out in Southern California’s top surf spots.
Dominator 2 | Firewire
This shortboard is perfect for surfers serious about progressing their skills during private lessons in Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach. Durable and well-balanced, it performs reliably across a wide variety of Southern California waves, making it a top choice recommended by Calibunga Surf Lessons instructors.
Paragon Noserider
This 9ft longboard is an ideal surfboard for novice surfers progressing to intermediate skill levels. Durable and easy to ride, it’s perfect for learning and advancing during private surf lessons at Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach — some of Southern California’s best beginner-friendly surf spots.
Scorpion 2 | Surf Tech
Experience the perfect transition from longboarding to shortboarding with our recommended surfboards, ideal for private lessons at Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach. Choose boards 6’10” or larger for a smooth progression and enjoy some of Southern California’s best waves with Calibunga Surf Lessons.
Wetsuit Bag | COR
Keep sand out of your car and home with this high-quality wetsuit bag, perfect for surfers at Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach. Ideal for use after private surf lessons with Calibunga Surf Lessons, simply place your wetsuit in the bag right after surfing to avoid mess and protect your gear.
Towel Pancho
Towel ponchos provide big benefits for surfers learning at Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach. They make changing into your wetsuit private and easy, especially on chilly Southern California mornings. Slowtide’s high-quality ponchos are a favorite among Calibunga Surf Lessons students and instructors alike.
Surf Fins | AU
AU Fins offer innovative hydrodynamic designs that elevate your surfing experience at premier Southern California beaches like Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach. While not your everyday fin, these high-performance fins are a must-try for surfers taking private lessons with Calibunga Surf Lessons who want to explore advanced equipment.
Traction Pad | Slater
Forget the brand name—Slater’s traction pads offer durable, non-peeling grip ideal for surfers at Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach. Trusted by Calibunga Surf Lessons instructors, this grip provides consistent, reliable foot hold for all skill levels during private and group surf lessons along Southern California’s best beaches.
LA Events | We Like LA
We Like LA is your go-to website for up-to-date events, activities, and surf culture in Los Angeles, including Venice Beach, Santa Monica, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach. Perfect for locals and tourists looking to explore Southern California’s vibrant lifestyle alongside their Calibunga Surf Lessons experience.
Discover Los Angeles
Discover Los Angeles is an essential guide to iconic landmarks, local hotspots, and travel tips in LA, including Venice Beach, Santa Monica, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach. Perfect for visitors planning their trip and surfers attending Calibunga Surf Lessons in Southern California.
Neoprene Top |O’Neill
This lightweight, form-fitting wetsuit top offers superior stretch and wind protection, making it perfect for surfers at Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach. A favorite among Calibunga Surf Lessons students, it’s ideal for staying warm and comfortable during private lessons along Southern California’s coast.
Grass Mat | Dorsal
Using a changing mat while removing your wetsuit helps protect your gear and keeps sand out of your car and home. Essential for surfers at Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach, this simple tool is highly recommended by Calibunga Surf Lessons instructors for maintaining surf equipment during lessons across Southern California.
Lookout Bluff | Sector 9
This skateboard is expertly designed to help surfers practice carving and turns, mirroring the feel of riding waves at Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach. Well-balanced and durable, it’s a top recommendation from Calibunga Surf Lessons instructors for off-water skill training in Southern California.
Pickle Wax Remover
The essential surfboard cleaner for surfers at Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach. This chalky substance effectively removes old wax and dirt, leaving your board spotless and ready for your next Calibunga Surf Lessons session in Southern California.
The essential surfboard cleaner for surfers learning and progressing at Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, Malibu, and Manhattan Beach. This chalky substance efficiently removes old wax, dirt, and grime, leaving your surfboard spotless and ready for your next Calibunga Surf Lessons session along the Southern California coast.
Do you still have questions about surfing & gear?
At Calibunga Surf Lessons, we’re all about surfing—and we love talking about it! Our team is constantly testing the latest innovations and equipment, so if you have any questions about surfboards, gear, or what board is best suited for Southern California waves, just give us a call or shoot us an email. Whether you need advice on choosing the right board for your skill level and build, or you're looking for local business and restaurant recommendations to make your Los Angeles visit even more unique, we’re happy to help! It’s all part of making sure your time here is as fun and memorable as possible.