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The 7 Best Workshops & Classes in San Diego

7 tours  ·  from $25 a head

Good workshops & classes fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 7 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Onewheel Electric Hoverboard Lesson and Bay Ride - What happens during the 90-minute experience
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Onewheel Electric Hoverboard Lesson and Bay Ride

1.Onewheel Electric Hoverboard Lesson and Bay Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $79Our pick

Learn to ride an Onewheel along San Diego Bay with expert instruction, safety gear, and a scenic Liberty Station route.

“by Diane_P -"So fun, less stressful than I thought. Easy to learn & maneuver. Beautiful setting & great location to ride around. Fun shopping & eating places close too. Great activity for all eye rolling teens & family members. Jeff was such a professional & a totally cool guy. Do it!!”

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Stand up Paddle Board Lesson on The San Diego Bay - Getting onto San Diego Bay
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Stand up Paddle Board Lesson on The San Diego Bay

2.Stand up Paddle Board Lesson on The San Diego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $25Best value

Learn to paddleboard on calm San Diego Bay with patient instruction, provided gear, flexible breaks, and a choice of board or kayak.

“Best day ever! The lesson was great, the paddle boarding was awesome! Michael was knowledgeable, friendly and kind. We were lucky to have him as our instructor!”

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Semi-Private Surf Lesson - A short beach lesson before the water
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Semi-Private Surf Lesson

3.Semi-Private Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Learn to surf in San Diego with a friendly instructor, quality gear, and a small private group lesson at La Jolla for $125.28.

“We had an amazing time!! Our instructor, Ken, was so very patient with us since it was our first time surfing. We definitely recommend San Diego Surf School as a must do for all of your surfing experiences!”

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Intro to Wild Clay/Earthenware Pottery Workshop - Meeting Becky Sangha near Lake Cuyamaca
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Intro to Wild Clay/Earthenware Pottery Workshop

6.Intro to Wild Clay/Earthenware Pottery Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $72

Make a wild-clay pot near Lake Cuyamaca with Becky Sangha, learn local clay processing, and take home open-fire firing instructions.

“Really wonderful experience with a truly kind host! Great opportunity to learn about the culture and history in Julian and make something with your hands that is easy and fun for everyone.”

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San Diego: Private Group Surf Lesson - Starting on shore with the wetsuit and footwork
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San Diego: Private Group Surf Lesson

7.Private Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours

Learn to surf with a private instructor in San Diego, including a wetsuit, board, ocean-safety basics, and two hours of hands-on coaching.

“Eric goes great! So patient and fun. Born to be a surf instructor. If we weren’t moving across the country in a couple weeks, we would continue lessons.”

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