EASY LONGBOARDING + BAY

Enjoy an easygoing outside reef wave suited to longboards and surfers progressing beyond the Bay.

The session also includes Bay waves for first timers learning to surf.

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Ride time

Up to 22 Seconds

Wave height

Thigh

Recommended Board

Longboard

Surf Level

Learner-Beginner

Safety

Every session starts with a pre-surf briefing — wave positioning, pool etiquette, and session protocols. Your coach is in the water with you throughout, so you're never unsupported.

Equipment

Don’t have your own gear, or want to try something new? DSRT Surf has you covered with a range of rental equipment, including softboards, shortboards, longboards, bodyboards, wetsuits and surf accessories.

Location

DSRT Surf brings world-class surfing to Palm Desert, set against an open desert landscape between two premier golf courses. The location offers a completely different surf experience, combining consistent waves, warm weather and easy access to the wider Coachella Valley.

NOT SURE WHICH SESSION TO BOOK?

If you are unsure which wave best suits your level, our team can help guide you into the right session based on your experience and goals.

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Your questions, answered

  • No experience is required.

    The Beginner session at DSRT Surf in Palm Desert is specifically designed for first-time surfers. Waves are consistent and controlled, allowing you to learn without the unpredictability of the ocean.

  • Yes.

    DSRT Surf is built to make surfing more accessible. The Beginner wave setting is slower, lower, and more predictable, making it ideal for anyone new to surfing or looking for a more supported environment to start.

  • DSRT Surf is located in Palm Desert, California.

    It’s easily accessible for locals and visitors across Palm Springs, Los Angeles, and Southern California looking for a new way to experience surfing.

  • Session lengths vary, but each beginner session is structured to give you multiple wave opportunities within a set timeframe.

    Waves run in consistent intervals, allowing time between each attempt to reset and improve.

  • The beginner session features soft, 1-2 foot waves with a longer ride time.

    These waves are designed to be stable and forgiving, helping you focus on balance and technique rather than speed or power.

  • You can bring your own equipment, or hire everything you need on site.

    DSRT Surf offers beginner-friendly boards, wetsuits, and accessories, all selected to make your first experience more comfortable and approachable.