Pismo Beach Surf Day Trip
May 09, 2026
$30
Join us for a day of sun, surf, and sand at Pismo Beach! Whether you’re catching your first wave or already comfortable on a board, this trip is the perfect way to relax and enjoy California’s Central Coast from the oceanside.
Skill Level: Moderate
Activity Level: Beginner
Trip Highlights
- A beginners-welcome surfing trip!
- An epic day of salty air, waves, good food, and fun times with friends!
- Ride the waves with basic surf instruction.
- Experience California’s picturesque coastal surf spots.
- Bond with fellow participants and improve surf skills.
- Great lunch provided.
- Transportation included.
Details
No surfing experience necessary, but comfort with treading water and wading in water above shoulder height is required.
Meet at the Recreation Center on Saturday morning to pack-up the vehicles and head out to Pismo Beach; transportation provided by ASI. Activities include beginner surfing lessons, open surf time, and games on the beach.
Enjoy lunch and return to campus after a day of riding waves.
What's Included
- Transportation to and from campus.
- Surfboards, wetsuits, and other necessary surf gear.
- Beginner–intermediate instruction tailored to participant skill levels.
- Lunch and snacks.
What to Bring
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Swimsuit
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Comfortable shoes for walking on the beach
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Change of clothes to keep warm
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Daypack
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Personal snacks
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Water bottle
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Sunscreen, sunhat, and sunglasses
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Towel
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Wetsuit (if you own one)
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Wetsuit booties (if you own a pair)
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An extensive gear list will be provided at the mandatory pre-trip meeting. Trip leaders will contact participants in advance.
The Poly Escapes Rental Center at the Cal Poly Recreation Center has the gear you need for your next adventure! Explore our selection online, then visit the Rental Center to equip your trip.
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