In 1990, we became San Diego's first and most qualified surf school. Ocean Experience is one of San Diego’s longest standing surf school.
Since then, we have been sharing our love for the ocean and knowledge for surfing to students of all ages and skill levels. Ocean Beach Surf & Skate and Ocean Experience Surf School promotes the Southern California lifestyle while supplying core needs to surfers and skateboarders. From building custom decks to shaping custom boards and teaching countless people to surf, we are San Diego's lifestyl
e shop. Established in 1990, our team of water sport professionals offer practical and personal approach to teaching surf lessons. We teach skills of water sport while exploring local natural wonders. We know San Diego’s coastline, finding the right conditions for water activities including surfing, kayaking, SUP, snorkeling, and more. We maintain secure locations year-round throughout Southern California, Baja, and South America, ready to welcome worldwide travelers on a whim. Ocean Beach Surf and Skate Shop opened its doors in 1999 to provide Ocean Experience with a retail store and home base. With San Diego and the Pacific Ocean as your classroom, you need the most advanced technology in surfing equipment and Ocean Beach Surf & Skate Shop provides just that. We cover your core needs, offering brands like Rusty, Honolua, Body Glove, Analog, West, Spy, Hoven, Globe, Fox, Anon, Boardworks, Katin, Ergo, Ocean Minded, Creature, Sector 9, FCS, Rainbow, Lost, West, Koastal and more. San Diego City Beat’s 2010 & 2011 ‘Best Of’ voted OBSS “Best Surf Shop” and "Best Skateboard Shop". The Peninsula Beacon named us “gold-medal winner” in their 2011 Readers Choice Awards for “Best Skateboard Shop”. Ocean Experience San Diego Surfing School and OBSS take pride in providing positive and meaningful experiences to all clients, patrons and associates. We offer San Diego Surf Lessons, rentals, repairs, custom surfboards and skateboards, wetsuits, sandals, boardshorts, bikinis, and apparel. Coming soon, a rental shaping studio where surfers can shape their own custom board. San Diego skateboarders know about our great selection of skateboarding equipment and accessories. Come see the latest and greatest surfing and skateboarding supplies available in San Diego.
02/04/2026
Make this summer one to remember with Ocean Beach Surf & Skate Summer Camps 2026. From skateboarding to surfing—or both—our camps are designed to build skills, confidence, and a love for the ocean in a safe, supportive environment. Enrollment is open and space fills quickly.
12/11/2025
🏄♂️🛹 Holiday Skate Camps Are Back! 🛹🏄♀️
Join us this winter for Ocean Beach Holiday Skate Camps! From Winter Break to MLK Day to Presidents’ Day, our half-day sessions are the perfect way for kids to level up their skating, make new friends, and stay active. All skill levels welcome, and multi-day/multi-kid discounts make it even better for families. Spots fill fast—call or stop by Ocean Beach Surf & Skate to sign up! 📞 (619) 225-2317
Spots are still available for our fall OB skate team! Practices are Wednesdays from 3:30-5pm at Robb Field Skate Park. Learn more or get registered here: https://obsurfandskate.com/pages/skate-club
08/12/2025
2025 Fall After School Programs are ON!
Join our developmental surf team, our competitive surf teams, and/or our skate team.
Learn more and get registered: https://obsurfandskate.com/
07/24/2025
Only two weeks left to register for summer surf and skate camps, don't miss out!
Call, click or visit us to get registered! https://www.obsurfandskate.com/camps
Surf Lessons are in Full Swell!
Call, Click, or Come by the Shop to Sign Up!
Private or Open Group Lessons Booking Now! https://www.obsurfandskate.com/lessons-1
07/14/2025
Only a few weeks of summer camps remaining, don't miss out! Call, click, or visit us to get registered today!
(619) 225-2317 https://www.obsurfandskate.com/camps
12/08/2021
12/06/2021
Ocean Experience and Ocean Beach Surf and Skate are gearing up for Holiday Skate Camp December 20th-30th at Robb Field Skate Park! Go to oceanexperience.net/camps or call (619) 225-2317 to learn more or register.
Our camps provide a perfect opportunity for your kids ages 6-16 to get outside and develop skills whether you're a begginer or experienced skater looking to hone in on their existing skills in a safe and encouraging environment.
We can't wait to see you out there, Happy Holidays!