Terms & Conditions

PARTICIPATION, LIABILITY, AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The activity of surfing carries with it a degree of risk both to people and property, even if enjoyed under proper supervision by qualified instructors. It is also a strenuous activity that requires those taking part to have a reasonable standard of swimming and fitness. You must therefore make SEA aware of any medical conditions, illnesses or allergies you have and any prescribed medications you are taking at the time of booking and to your Instructor prior to the course start. For course participants under 18 years old it is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to inform us of any medical conditions. You should not participate in any surfing or SUP lesson or course if you are suffering from a heart condition or any other injury/illness which may affect you physical ability. You must be able to swim at least 200 meters to surf or paddle independently. No circumstances permit participants to be under the influence of any alcohol or illegal drugs. Also, you must not be under the influence of medication which may adversely affect your physical abilities. You must agree to abide to all instructions and decisions that SEA make in order to secure the safety and comfort of all participants. SEA assumes no liability in respect of any personal injury loss, damage, consequential loss or third party claims which occur during or on the way to or from a SEA lesson/ course/program/workshop/seminar/etc.

AGE REQUIREMENTS: Lessons and Camps: 5 years and up, Under 5 must be accompanied by parent or guardian.
ISA Courses: 16 years and up to participate, 18 years and up to get certified

EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING: SEA can provide surfboards and wetsuits or participants may provide their own equipment. Damage to, or loss of SEA or rented equipment caused by negligence, malicious acts or carelessness must be paid for at the time and at the current replacement value.

Participants need to bring appropriate clothing for beach and the outdoors, and should plan for all weather conditions, as it can be sunny and windy or rainy in the same day. Please check weather conditions.

SURF AND WEATHER CONDITIONS: SEA reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or reschedule courses due to extreme Surf or Weather conditions.

RIGHT OF REFUSAL: SEA offers equal opportunity to everybody. However, SEA reserves the right to refuse service to anyone at anytime at the discretion of SEA if they present an immediate danger or excessive disruption to themselves or other participants and/or beachgoers.

ACCOMMODATIONS: SEA may offer suggestions or recommendations for booking accommodations, however, SEA assumes no responsibility for booking any accommodations and cannot be held responsible for any aspect of or problems arising from accommodation arrangements.

WEBSITE ACCURACY: Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the SEA website, however, it is intended only as a guide to the services provided.

IMAGES: Any likeness or image of you taken at any SEA lessons/courses/seminars/workshops/etc. may be used by SEA without charge for media, promotional or marketing purposes. This includes promotional materials of any kind, such as brochures, leaflets, videos and the internet. If you would prefer not to be used in any promotional materials please inform us in writing prior to your lesson/course/seminar/workshop/etc.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: For course participants in ISA Certification courses, participants must be proficient in all areas of course curriculum and complete any/all additional requirements.  SEA will not offer any refunds if the participant is not proficient or does not complete the additional requirements.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

To reschedule or cancel please email info@surfeducationacademy.com or call 858-269-5063.

CAMPS AND CLINICS

  • Full Refund or Full Credit will be offered if canceled prior to one month before the start date of camp.

  • Full Credit towards different weeks will be given for cancellations made two weeks or more prior to the start date of camp.

  • Cancellations made within two weeks of the start date of camp are subject to the following fees:
    $50 reprocessing fee and will receive credit only.   

  • If you cancel within 72 hours of the camp start date or are a no show, no credit or refunds are given.  

PRIVATE LESSONS, COACHING SESSIONS AND GROUP CLASSES

Any changes or cancellations need to be made at least 72 hours prior to lesson to receive a full refund or credit.  Changes or cancellations made between 72-24 hours prior to lesson start time receive a $25 reprocessing fee and receive credit only.  Changes less than 24 hours prior to lesson or no shows receive no refund or credit.

COURSES, TRAININGS AND EVENTS

These include all Courses, Trainings, Clinics or Events

Any changes in registration must be made at least 30 days prior to the course start date and are subject to availability in other courses. If you or anyone in your group is prevented from taking part in a course you may transfer the booking to another person. To accept this change of booking you must inform us of the new participant's name and ensure they are eligible and have completed the registration process. You will be charged a $25 Administration Fee to make these changes. 

Should you and any named person on the booking form need to cancel your booking once it has been confirmed, we must be notified in writing/email by the person who made the booking. The date on which written notification is received by SEA will determine the level of Cancellation Fees applicable. The following Cancellation Fees will apply: 30+ days prior to course= $25 Administration Fee, 21 days prior to course= 25% of total course cost, 7 days or less prior to course= 100% of total course cost.