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Surf with "Stingray" 1-on-1 Intermediate Surf Lesson

Lesson
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Kid Friendly
Locally Owned
Private
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Duration: 2 hours

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Surf Lesson
$250

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Surf Lesson
$250

Description

Break Through Your Plateau – Private Progression Coaching with Stingray in Malibu

If you've been surfing for a while and feel like you're not improving, this is the session that shows you exactly why — and exactly what to change. The Surf with Stingray progression session is Chris "Stingray" Stiegler's signature private coaching experience, built for advanced beginners and intermediate surfers ready to level up. Two to 2.5 full hours, guaranteed one-on-one with Chris, at Malibu's best breaks, with video analysis included.
After 25+ years teaching and coaching across Hawaii, Australia, the Canary Islands, and Malibu, Stingray has developed a coaching methodology that specifically addresses the plateaus surfers hit at every level. For advancing surfers, that means dialing in wave selection, improving pop-up timing, generating real speed on the face of the wave, and mastering board control, turning, and riding the full face. This is coaching in the truest sense — real-time feedback and a structured progression plan tailored to where your surfing is heading.
Your session is filmed and reviewed together, so you can see your technique clearly and understand exactly what to refine. Sessions take place primarily at Broad Beach and relocate to County Line, Point Dume, Staircase, Leo Carrillo, and other Malibu breaks as conditions dictate — giving you the chance to develop your skills across a variety of waves. All equipment is provided, and as your surfing progresses, Stingray will match you to equipment that fits where you're headed.

Duration

2 to 2.5 hours in the water

Location / Where to Meet

Primary location: Broad Beach, at the northern end of Zuma in Malibu, CA. Depending on conditions, sessions may relocate to County Line, Point Dume, Staircase, Leo Carrillo, or other Malibu breaks. You'll receive your exact meeting spot and parking information in your booking confirmation.

Ages & Requirements

Designed for advanced beginners and intermediate surfers looking to progress, though all ages and skill levels are welcome. This is a private one-on-one session fully tailored to your current ability and goals. No swimming ability is required, but this session is best suited to those who have surfed before and want structured coaching to improve.

What's Included

  1. Guaranteed one-on-one progression coaching with Chris "Stingray" Stiegler
  2. 2 to 2.5 hours of water time
  3. Video analysis — filmed and reviewed together
  4. Structured progression feedback on wave selection, timing, speed, and board control
  5. Soft-top Stormblade surfboard (or equipment matched to your level)
  6. Wetsuit
  7. All necessary equipment

Not Included

  1. Gratuity
  2. Surf booties (recommended for those who run cold; available separately)
  3. Food or drinks

What to Bring / Wear

  1. Swimsuit to wear under your wetsuit
  2. Reef-safe sunscreen, applied before you arrive
  3. A towel and change of clothes
  4. Water to stay hydrated
  5. Your own board or wetsuit if you prefer to use your own gear
  6. A light meal at least an hour before your session

ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Malibu Surf Coach

FAQs

Who is this session for?

This progression-focused session is built for advanced beginners and intermediate surfers who want to break through a plateau. If you've been surfing for a while but feel stuck, Stingray will identify exactly what's holding you back and give you a clear path to improve.

What will I work on?

For intermediate and advancing surfers, coaching typically focuses on wave selection, pop-up timing, generating speed on the face of the wave, bottom turns, and board control. Every session is tailored to your specific goals and current ability.

How does the video analysis work?

Your session is filmed and reviewed together with Stingray, so you can see your technique clearly and understand exactly what to adjust. This is one of the fastest ways to break through a plateau.

What are Stingray's qualifications?

Chris "Stingray" Stiegler has over 25 years of teaching and coaching experience across Hawaii, Australia, the Canary Islands, and Malibu, with a coaching methodology built specifically to address the plateaus surfers hit at every level.

What if conditions aren't right on the day?

Stingray reads conditions every morning and selects the best break for your session. Malibu has multiple breaks, and there's almost always somewhere suitable. If conditions make surfing genuinely impossible, your session is rescheduled at no charge.

Can I use my own board?

Yes. You're welcome to bring your own board and wetsuit, or use the equipment provided. As your surfing progresses, Stingray can match you to equipment that fits where your surfing is heading.

Cancellation Policy

Customers will receive a full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation of their appointment time.

Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

Contact us by phone or text to cancel or inquire about a cancellation.

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31350 Broad Beach Road

Malibu, CA, 90265

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