Category Archives: Surf & Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Popular Santa Cruz Surfing Terms

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Want to learn some fun surfing lingo? Knowing these terms will help you walk, surf and talk like a surfer when on your next Santa Cruz surfing adventure. No matter what Santa Cruz activities, or beach you may be heading to, here is what you need to know: Backside – Going “backside” means that you are surfing with the backside […]

Matt Answers – Am I Safe From Sharks at Santa Cruz Beaches?

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Matt here, surf instructor at Capitola Beach Company. We’ve been getting a lot of phone calls recently asking if they will be safe out in the water in light of the recent shark sightings. The answer is, “Yes, you are SAFE!” when surfing Santa Cruz and Capitola Beach! Why, you may ask? The simple answer: KELP. […]

Downwind Paddle Boarding in Santa Cruz

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If your Santa Cruz activities this weekend include paddle boarding Santa Cruz, we suggest doing a downwind stand up paddle from Santa Cruz beaches to Capitola beach. What is downwind paddle boarding? You might be wondering, “What is Downwind paddle boarding?” Well, there are a few different ways to enjoy the sport -touring, surfing, racing, […]

Find the Right Santa Cruz Surfing Instructor

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There are quite a few options for who to choose for your Santa Cruz surf lessons at one of our great Santa Cruz beaches. Before booking a lesson for this popular Santa Cruz activity, we’d like to share a few things to keep in mind when choosing the best surfing instructor. Teaching a student the ins and outs of […]

Santa Cruz Paddle Boarding

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Where Are The Best Places To SUP In Santa Cruz? Are you looking for something fun to do this summer in Santa Cruz? Santa Cruz offers several areas that are ideal for those wanting to get their feet wet. New Brighton State Beach: You can head east toward New Brighton State Beach and paddle out around the kelp beds. […]