School

School Overview

Embark on your surfing journey with us! Here’s what you need to know:

  • Schedule:  9:30 AM to 1:30 PM, offering two sessions per day. We adjust session times to suit beginners, typically around low tide. Since tides change daily, please contact us to check availability on your preferred date.We take our regular day off on every Thursday, except for national holidays.
    From June to early August, we also offer afternoon courses from 4:00 PM onwards, perfect for those who want to avoid the midday sun.
  • Location: Our school is located just a 2-minute walk from Enoshima Aquarium. Depending on ocean conditions, we may occasionally relocate to Katase Higashihama or the Skate Park area, accessible by bicycle.
  • Safety: Your safety is our top priority. We never allow one instructor to supervise groups of 5 or 10 individuals. Basic prerequisites include the ability to swim (or float) and ensuring adequate sleep the night before.
  • Courses: Whether you’re a beginner or seeking to level up, we have courses tailored for you. We also offer Kids and Junior Development Courses for youngsters aged 11-14.
  • Facilities: Enjoy complimentary amenities such as hot water showers and bicycle rentals. For women, indoor showers are available with shampoo, conditioner, soap, and hairdryers.

Surfing School Fees

  • Cost: ¥5,500 per session (approximately 3 hours)
  • Insurance: Customers are responsible for ¥380 covering death, hospitalization, outpatient treatment, and personal liability.
  • Equipment: Surfboard and wetsuit rentals are included in the fee. Additionally, capture your surfing moments with our photography services for ¥2,500 per session (reservation required).

How It Works

  1. Enrollment: Sign up for insurance coverage by providing your name, address, and contact phone number.
  2. Instruction: New to surfing? Watch a brief instructional video before changing into your wetsuit.
  3. Practice: Spend approximately 2 hours in the water receiving instruction. Minimal simulated exercises are conducted on the sandy beach.
  4. Free Practice: After the session, enjoy complimentary self-practice with surfboards for up to 1 hour.
  5. Conclusion: Return equipment, shower, and change into dry clothing.
  6. Relaxation: Wind down with complimentary tea or affordable beverages in our cozy living room. Our staff is here to answer any questions you may have about surfing or improving your skills.

What to Bring

  • Swimwear (For men, snug swim trunks or sports underwear)
  • Beach sandals
  • Towel (Even a compact towel will suffice)
  • Insurance card

About Us

Mame Masuda’s Surfing School offers private lessons led by Masataka Masuda. Nestled within the home of Masataka Masuda and his longtime friend “Kani-kun” for over 40 years, our environment is both welcoming and relaxed.

All are welcome, regardless of age or background. Whether you’re a child aspiring to become a professional surfer or someone starting later in life, our goal is to foster a lifelong love of surfing.

Join us and make surfing your lifelong friend!