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360 Surf School Cancun was founded by David Michael Wanamaker, a Canadian-born surfer who opened the first 360 Surf Shop in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca in 2000 and expanded to Cancún in 2010. The school teaches surfing to all ages and levels at the Hotel Zone's Playa Chac Mool and Playa Gaviotas, with instructors certified by the Cancun Surf Association and Protección Civil.
- ESPN X-Games sponsorship
- Over 25 years of surf instruction experience
- Instructors certified by the Cancun Surf Association and Protección Civil
- Free lesson guarantee if a student doesn't stand up and surf
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360 Surf School Cancun teaches surfing in Cancún, Mexico, with Cancun Surf Association / Protección Civil-certified instruction, in English, Spanish, in water shallow enough to stand in, from age 5. Beginner course at $1500 (~€71)/2h, private at $2000 (~€94)/1.5h, bodyboard rental at $600 (~€28)/day.
Who teaches here
Teaching since 2010.
What’s on site
What this school offers
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Gear rental
Per half day (1-4 hours). From the school's published rental list.
360 Surf School Cancun — common questions
What lesson options are available?
Beginner group lessons, private surf lessons and advanced coaching sessions are available for different skill levels.
How long are lessons?
Lessons run from 90 minutes to 2 hours or more, including beach instruction and time riding waves in the water.
What's included in a lesson?
A surfboard and all necessary equipment are included in every lesson at no extra cost.
Can children take lessons?
Children aged 5 and up are welcome, with extra support and close supervision; private lessons are recommended for younger surfers.
Do I need a wetsuit?
No wetsuit is required; surf shirts are supplied to all lesson students.
What is the cancellation policy?
Customers must cancel at least 24 hours in advance, otherwise they forfeit their deposit plus the $3 USD booking charge; the school offers a full refund or rescheduling if conditions are unsafe.
Is the spot safe for non-swimmers?
Yes, lessons take place in a shallow area where the water is usually waist to chest deep, and non-swimmers often do well in these conditions.
Can beginners learn at 360 Surf School Cancun?
Yes — 360 Surf School Cancun offers a beginner course at $1500 (~€71)/2h.
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