Xpression on the Beach
Xpression on the Beach teaches surfing, sup, other in Durban, South Africa, in groups of up to 3 per instructor.
Prices compiled from public sources (as of Oct 2026) — not yet confirmed by the school. Run this school? Confirm or correct →
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About Xpression on the Beach
Founded in Cape Town, Xpression on the Beach moved to Durban in 2012 and expanded onto the city's promenade in 2014. The business combines surf, SUP, bicycle and skateboard lessons with equipment rental and a retail shop at Addington Beach. It takes a relaxed, beginner-friendly approach, with lessons offered in standing-depth water and no swimming ability required.
- Wave riding guaranteed in the first surf lesson
- Loyalty card: complete 4 surf lessons and the 5th is free
- Operating on Durban's promenade since 2014 with no reported safety incidents
Who teaches here
What’s on site
Gear storage
Showers
Changing rooms
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Shop on siteCourses & prices
Surf Lesson (Private)
Surf Lesson · Beginner · Intermediate · PrivateIncluded: equipment · wetsuitIncludes professional coaching, surfboard, rash vest or wetsuit, locker, shower and change room. Bringing your own surfboard saves R50. A loyalty card gives a free 5th lesson after 4 paid lessons.As published: “R450 per person”Surf Lesson (2 People)
Surf Lesson · Beginner · Intermediate · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · wetsuitAs published: “R420 per person (2 people)”Surf Lesson (3 People)
Surf Lesson · Beginner · Intermediate · GroupIncluded: equipment · wetsuitAs published: “R390 per person (3 people)”Surf Lesson (4+ People)
Surf Lesson · Beginner · Intermediate · GroupIncluded: equipment · wetsuitAs published: “R360 per person (4 or more people, with an additional coach)”SUP Lesson (2 People)
1.5h · Semi-privateIncluded: equipmentAs published: “R520 per person (2 people)”SUP Lesson (3 People)
1.5h · GroupIncluded: equipmentAs published: “R490 per person (3 people)”SUP Lesson (4+ People)
1.5h · GroupIncluded: equipmentAs published: “R460 per person (4 or more people)”SUP Lesson (Private)
1.5h · PrivateIncluded: equipmentTakes place at a calm launch spot on the Indian Ocean or on the Point Waterfront Canal, depending on preference and weather.As published: “R550 per person”Group SUP Session (Weekday)
1h · Beginner · GroupIncluded: equipmentMixed-experience group session; complete beginners are welcome.As published: “R250 per person”Group SUP Session (Weekend)
1h · Beginner · GroupIncluded: equipmentR280 per person for ocean sessions or R250 per person for canal sessions, confirmed based on weather. Advance booking is essential.Sunrise Ocean SUP
Sunrise Session · GroupBookings open 12-24 hours in advance through a WhatsApp group.Bicycle Lesson
1h · Beginner · PrivateIncluded: equipmentAvailable Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Includes bicycle, helmet and coach.As published: “R300 per person”Skateboard Lesson
1h · PrivateIncluded: equipmentCovers longboarding and surf-skateboarding. You may bring your own skateboard.As published: “R300 per person”Surfboard
SurfingBodyboard
SurfingSUP Board
SUPWetsuit
OtherBicycle
OtherKart
OtherSkateboard
OtherXpression on the Beach — common questions
Do I need to know how to swim to learn to surf?
No. Lessons take place in standing-depth water with a coach alongside, using small beginner waves.
Can I learn SUP if I can't swim?
Yes. Life jackets are available, a leash keeps the board within reach in the ocean, and a coach stays alongside throughout the lesson.
How far in advance should I book a lesson?
Weekend lessons should be booked at least 48 hours ahead. All lessons are confirmed the day before based on the weather forecast.
Is parking safe?
Yes. A secured car park beside the premises has operated safely since 2014, working with local car guards.
Do you rent mountain bikes?
No. The bicycles are comfortable cruisers rented by the hour for use on the flat promenade only.
Can beginners learn at Xpression on the Beach?
Yes — Xpression on the Beach offers a group beginner course at R250 (~€13)/1h.
How many students per instructor at Xpression on the Beach?
At most 3 students per instructor at Xpression on the Beach.
Who are the instructors at Xpression on the Beach?
Charlotte, Brandon teach at Xpression on the Beach.
Contact Xpression on the Beach
17 Erskine Terrace, Addington Beach, Durban, 4001, South Africa · Open in Google Maps