Surfing Lessons & Camps
Learning to surf is an equal combination of proper coaching, the right equipment and an ability friendly environment. At REAL, we have all three of these dialed. Our exclusive National Park permit gives us access to endless coastline to find the perfect waves for your session, and your own private peak. We teach all abilities beginner through advanced.
We Make New Riders Every Day
When you're learning with REAL, you have access to the most knowledgeable and friendly coaches in the world. To maximize your instructional experience, we recommend visiting the REAL Lesson Center in Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. Our state of-the-art facility has instant access to perfect conditions for kiteboarding, surfing and foiling.
Choose lesson type
Private Lessons
1 Student Per Coach 350 Per 2 hours View private lesson detailsPrivate lessons are the best way to fast track your surfing skills. You can't beat one-on-one instruction with your own REAL Surf Coach. Whether you book one session or a full week, we will create a custom curriculum based around your skill level and learning style. You’re expecting a high level of service and with REAL that’s always there. What surprises you is always having the right gear, finding the best wave, and the having a truly unique surfing experience in the Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- REAL Pro Coach
- Surfboard rental
- Transportation from REAL
- 2 Hours per lesson
Semi-Private Lessons
2 Students Per Coach 250 Per 2 Hours View semi-private lesson detailsIf you want to share time on the water with a friend or family member, Semi-Private Surfing Lessons are the way to go. Semi-Private Lessons are customized around your skill levels and learning styles. Part of the Cape Hatteras surf experience is seeing our unique stretch of coastline, discovering new breaks and learning they work in different swells. Our REAL Surf Coaches will have you dialed in and on the best spot of the day and for your ability. Semi-Private Lessons are booked in groups of two students.
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- REAL Pro Coach
- Surfboard rental
- Transportation from REAL
- 2 Hours per lesson
Choose camp type
Zero to Hero Surf Camps
3 Surfers Per Coach Starting at 1,495 for 5 day camp View surf camp detailsREAL’s Zero to Hero Camp program is ranked among Outside Magazine’s “Top 10 Adventure Camps in the World”. Our Zero to Hero Surf Camp takes you from rank beginner to self sufficient surfer. This five day program runs three hours per day with 3 surfers per coach. Our exclusive permit with the Cape Hatteras National Seashore gives us access to miles of coastline to dial in perfect conditions with no crowds. If you’re looking for the full immersion surf camp experience, this is it!
- Beginner
- REAL Pro Coach
- Surfboard rental
- 4x4 transportation from REAL
- 5 days | 3 hours per day
- 3 surfers per coach
- Photos & videos
Custom Surf Camps
2-3 Surfers Per Coach Starting at 1,695 for 3 day camp View custom surf camp detailsREAL Custom Surf Camps can be tailored to any ability level, from rank beginners to experienced surfers looking to strike mission a Cape Hatteras swell. REAL Custom Surf Camps include a knowledgeable Surf Coach/Guide, 4x4 transportation and the ability to access the best breaks for the day’s conditions. Our Custom Camp program is just that, CUSTOM. We design the perfect plan for your three day Cape Hatteras surf experience. Custom Surf Camps are booked in groups of 2 or more people.
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- REAL Pro Coach
- Huge selection of equipment
- 4x4 transportation from REAL
- 3 days | 5 hours per day
- 2-3 surfers per coach
Offsite Coaching
2 Surfers Per Coach 1,000 Full Day View offsite detailsREAL Offsite Coaching pairs our coaches with your dream destination. This is the best way to improve your surfing skills while traveling the world. If you’ve always wanted to experience exotic surf travel, but want to make sure it goes seamlessly, the REAL Offsite Coaching program is for you. Whether you are just starting to plan your trip, or already have it booked, a REAL Surf Coach can meet you with all the gear and all the local knowledge, ready to go.
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- REAL Pro Coach
- Huge selection of equipment
- Full day of instruction
Get in Touch
Ready to book your lesson or camp? Need more information? Send us a message at REALPRO@REALWatersports.com or call toll-free at 866-REAL-548 or 252-987-6000.
Best Lesson Ever
“Best lessons our son ever got!!! The REAL coach was so good with kids, super fun and encouraging the whole time, and full of positive energy. A true pleasure to watch him teach our son how to surf.”
— Robert R.
AWESOME EXPERIENCE!
“Two of us went on a guided surf lesson. This was an awesome experience and I can not recommend it highly enough. REAL took us out in their truck and down the beach until we found the perfect firing peak to surf to ourselves. There is no question that in a 1/2 day they helped me gain improvements that would have taken me months - maybe years- to realize on my own”
— Brian F.
Our Own Private Peak
“Having 4x4 access to every corner of the coast put us on the best waves every day. I’m still pinching myself how cool it was to have our own private peak for the best session of the trip. Just our group, some pelicans and dolphins. This is paradise.”
— Barry Anderson