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Specialties
At Progressive Surf Academy San Diego, we offer surf lessons for all ages and abilities. We don’t just push you into waves, we teach you how to surf!
Private Surf Lessons for Beginners
The best way to learn how to surf is with focused instruction in a fun and safe environment. Our private surf lessons are great for beginners — there’s no better way to catch a ton of waves than a 1-on-1 surf session with our expert instructors.
Private Surf Lessons — Intermediate & Advanced
If you are looking to take your surfing to the next level, our instructors can help you with specific techniques to elevate your performance. Our instructors have experience in all surfing conditions and surf contests. If you are looking for even more progression, ask about our Surf Coaching.
Childrens Surf Lessons
We are great with kids, and there’s no better time to learn how to surf! We provide a fun and safe environment for your children to learn how to enjoy the ocean.
Group Surfing Lessons
Have a few people who want to surf? No problem! We provide group lessons for families and groups of friends who want to enjoy the water together. We always maintain a ratio of no more than 3 students per instructor to make sure everyone has a great time.
Standup Paddleboard (SUP) Lessons
We also provide SUP lessons and tours in both flatwater and in the ocean. This is a great way for people of all abilities to get out on the water.
History
Established in 2014.
Progressive Surf Academy is a new Surf School in San Diego and we are excited to be a part of this great community. Our founder, Christian Marcher and his team have over ten years of experience teaching all levels of surfers at one of the top surf schools in the world — the infamous Sunset Suratt Surf School on the North Shore of Oahu.
With over 25 years of surfing experience, Christian is the owner and founder of Progressive Surf Academy San Diego. Following his career as a sponsored surfer for many years, he found his true passion was sharing his love of surfing with others. In addition to being an accomplished surfer, Christian is an excellent and patient teacher who can adapt his methods to your individual needs.
All instructors are carefully trained by Christian and have up to date CPR. Your safety is paramount.
Meet the Business Owner
Christian M.
Business Owner
With over 25 years of surfing experience, Christian is the owner and founder of Progressive Surf Academy San Diego. He grew up in Florida before relocating to Hawaii for much of his youth. He quickly gained competitive success and was a sponsored surfer for many years. He found his true passion was sharing his love of surfing with others. As he has travelled all over the world to surf, he has a vast knowledge base to share. In addition to being an accomplished surfer, Christian is an excellent and patient teacher who can adapt his methods to your individual needs.
He has over ten years of experience teaching all levels of surfers. The majority of his experience came from working with the infamous «Uncle Bryan» and the Sunset Suratt Surf School on the North Shore of Oahu.
Aside from surfing, Christian has a passion for helping others. Together with his wife who is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, he has a particular desire to help youth with mental health concerns.