What We Offer

On the Water.
In the Lab.

Professional instruction on the waves and hands-on science in the lab — led by educators who've spent careers learning how to teach.

Surf Lessons

Instruction as serious as the surf.

NC-certified instructors on Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Every level, every age.

Payment is collected at time of booking confirmation. We'll reach out within 24–48 hours to confirm your session.

Surf lesson group on the beach with yellow boards

Private Instruction

One instructor, one student. Every cue and correction is yours.

$100 / Hour · 2hr Minimum

Small Group Lessons

Small ratios, real feedback — every session.

$80 / Person / Hour · 2hr Minimum

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Summer Surf Camps

Week-long. Hands-on. Unforgettable.

The only surf camp in NC partnered with UNCW MarineQuest. Space is intentionally limited.

June 22–26 Session 1

July 6–10 Session 2

July 20–24 Session 3

        $350
        Per child · Per week
      

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On the Water

Beyond surfing.

Solo SUP sessions or group dragon boating — more ways to get on the water.

Stand Up Paddleboard

Flat water lessons for all ages and fitness levels. Contact us for availability and pricing.

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Dragon Boating

Team up for basics or professional coaching. Whether you're building team chemistry, planning a corporate outing, or competing at the next level — dragon boating is a powerful group experience. Great for groups, events, and outings. Min 6 / Max 10 per boat.

$25 / Person · Min 6, Max 10

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Ocean Lab

Science based. Hands on learning. In the lab.

Coastal specimens you can touch. Ocean Lab is an environmental education program for children ages 6–10 at our Carolina Beach facility — hands-on marine science, small groups, led by Lizz Howard.

Ages 6–10 Program Age Range

Max 10 Students Per Session

$50 Per Child Per Day

2 Hours Daily Sessions

Full Ocean Lab Details

Children at aquarium touching sea creatures with diver in background

Why Odysea

The standard others don't set.

Certified Educators

Over 75% of our instructors are NC-certified school teachers.

20+ Years on the Island

Continuous surf instruction on Carolina Beach and Kure Beach.

UNCW MarineQuest Partner

The only surf school in NC running summer camps with UNCW's marine science program.

Buy a Wave, Give a Wave

Every booking supports Ocean Cure — free surf access for 2,000+ participants.

On the Water.In the Lab.