In the Water, Missing Calls
You're teaching a lesson, catching waves or setting up on the beach. The phone is in your bag and every missed call is a student booking somewhere else.
Sound Familiar?
Every surf school knows these frustrations.
Dawn Patrol Inquiries Lost
Surfers check conditions early. When they see a good swell coming, they call for lessons. But you're already in the water at 6 AM and they book with whoever answers.
First-Timer Questions All Day
"What should I wear?" "Will I stand up?" "How fit do I need to be?" "Is it scary?" "What about sharks?" Beginner questions eat hours of your day.
Conditions Questions
Everyone wants to know if the waves will be good for their lesson. Explaining swell direction, tide, wind and beginner-friendly conditions takes forever.
Family & Group Coordination
Family vacations, bachelor parties, corporate outings, they need multiple instructors, specific dates, group rates. These calls come when you're teaching.
Weather Cancellations
Stormy conditions mean cancelled lessons, refund requests and rebooking chaos. Managing it all while watching the forecast is exhausting.
The Surf School Challenge
Why surf schools have unique phone problems.
Swell-Driven Demand
Surfing is different from other activities. Conditions change daily, sometimes hourly. When a good swell hits, everyone wants lessons. When it's flat the phone goes quiet. You can't predict when bookings will flood in.
Your best instructors are in the water when conditions are good. That's exactly when people call most and exactly when you can't answer. The cruel irony of surf instruction.
Every minute you spend on the phone explaining that yes, you'll provide a wetsuit or no, you don't need to be a strong swimmer is a minute you could be teaching someone to catch their first wave.
The Revenue Reality
Group lesson: $75-$100/person. Private lesson: $150-$250. Multi-day camps: $400-$800+. One missed booking because you were in the water costs real money. The AI costs $250/month, often less than two missed private lessons.
Before & After AI
Real impact on your surf school.
Before AI Agent
In-Water CallsAll missed
Dawn Patrol CallsVoicemail
Response TimeHours later
Missed Calls Weekly30-50+
Admin Time Daily2-3 hours
After AI Agent
In-Water CallsAll answered
Dawn Patrol CallsBooked instantly
Response TimeInstant
Missed Calls WeeklyZero
Admin Time Daily20 minutes
What This Means For You
Real changes to your daily operations.
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Every call answered instantly, even while you're paddling out for dawn patrol
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Lessons booked directly into your calendar with real instructor availability
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Beginner questions answered perfectly, what to bring, what to expect, fitness level
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Surf conditions explained with real forecast data optimized for lesson times
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After-hours and early-morning stoke converted to bookings, not voicemails
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Focus on teaching and surfing instead of phone tag and admin
Hear How It Sounds
A real example of how your AI agent handles a surf lesson call.
Incoming Call, Tuesday 6:45 AM
Pacific Surf School • AI Agent
Built for Surf Schools
Every feature designed for how surf instruction actually works.
Surf Forecast Integration
Checks real-time surf conditions and explains them in beginner-friendly terms. Recommends the best days and times for lessons based on swell, wind and tide.
Instructor Scheduling
Books lessons directly into your system with real instructor availability. Prevents double-booking and matches students to available instructors.
Lesson Matching
Asks about experience level and recommends appropriate lessons, from first-timer groups to advanced coaching sessions. Knows your full menu.
Group & Camp Booking
Handles family packages, multi-day camps, corporate groups. Coordinates multiple instructors and provides accurate group pricing.
Weather Policies
Knows your cancellation and reschedule policies for weather. Helps students rebook when conditions aren't right without frustrating back-and-forth.
Deposit Collection
Sends secure Stripe payment links via SMS. Collects deposits to confirm bookings during peak season and protect against no-shows.
How It Works
Live in 72 hours, no tech skills needed.
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Quick Setup Call
15-minute call to learn your lessons, camps, instructor roster and what makes your surf school special. We handle all the technical work.
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We Build Your Agent
Custom AI trained on your specific offerings, lesson types, locations, pricing, gear policies and your surf school's vibe.
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Forward & Surf
Forward your line or get a new number. Your AI handles calls while you're in the water doing what you love.
Train Once. Works Everywhere.
Your AI agent handles every channel with a single training.
💡 One training session. Your AI learns your business once, then answers identically across all five channels. Update pricing? Change hours?
Update once, applies everywhere.
Common Questions
Everything surf schools ask before getting started.
Can it really check surf conditions?
Yes. The AI integrates with surf forecast APIs to check real-time swell, wind and tide data. It explains conditions in beginner-friendly terms and recommends optimal lesson times.
Does it work with our booking system?
Yes. We integrate with FareHarbor, Rezdy, Peek Pro, Checkfront and most major booking platforms used by surf schools. Real-time availability, instant booking.
Can it handle multi-day camp inquiries?
Yes. The AI knows your full camp schedule, pricing and can explain what's included. It books camps directly or captures detailed inquiries for complex requests.
What about weather cancellations?
The AI knows your weather policy and can help reschedule lessons when conditions aren't suitable. It suggests alternative dates based on the forecast.
Can it answer beginner questions accurately?
Yes. The AI is trained on your specific info, what to bring, fitness requirements, what to expect, safety procedures. Consistent, accurate answers every time.
How long to get set up?
Most surf schools are live within 72 hours. Quick setup call, we build your agent, you start catching more bookings instead of missing calls.
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Key Benefits
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Complete Surf School Phone Support
Our AI handles every type of surf lesson inquiry your customers have.
Beginner Surf Lessons
AI answers calls about learning to surf.
- First-time surfer welcome
- Stand up guarantee
- Beach safety training
- Pop-up technique
- Wave selection basics
Group Surf Classes
Handle shared lesson bookings.
- Small group ratios
- Similar skill grouping
- Social learning
- Competitive pricing
- Meet other surfers
Private Surf Lessons
Book one-on-one instruction.
- Personalized attention
- Custom skill focus
- Flexible scheduling
- Faster progression
- Family private options
Intermediate & Advanced
Handle experienced surfers.
- Skill refinement
- Wave reading
- Turning techniques
- Positioning strategy
- Video analysis
Kids Surf Camps
Answer questions about youth programs.
- Summer surf camps
- Age-appropriate groups
- Water safety focus
- Fun and games
- All-day supervision
Surf Equipment
Explain gear provided.
- Soft-top surfboards
- Wetsuit included
- Rash guards available
- Board sizes for level
- Equipment to bring
Lesson Duration
Describe session lengths.
- 2-hour standard lessons
- Half-day camps
- Full-day programs
- Multi-day packages
- Flexible scheduling
Ocean Conditions
Explain surf conditions.
- Wave size for beginners
- Best tide times
- Weather considerations
- Water temperature
- Seasonal variations
Safety Protocols
Address safety concerns.
- Certified instructors
- CPR and lifeguard trained
- Student ratios
- Ocean safety rules
- Emergency procedures
What to Bring
Tell students how to prepare.
- Swimsuit under wetsuit
- Towel and change of clothes
- Sunscreen waterproof
- Water to drink
- Positive attitude
Physical Requirements
Address fitness questions.
- Swimming ability needed
- Basic fitness helpful
- Age requirements
- Health considerations
- Accessible options
Group & Party Bookings
Handle special events.
- Birthday surf parties
- Bachelor/bachelorette
- Corporate team building
- Group discounts
- Private beach setup
Location & Meeting Point
Provide beach details.
- Beach location
- Where to meet
- Parking information
- Changing facilities
- Nearby amenities
Pricing & Packages
Answer cost questions.
- Per-person pricing
- Private lesson rates
- Package discounts
- Camp pricing
- Equipment rental
Cancellation Policy
Explain booking changes.
- Weather cancellations
- Refund policy
- Rescheduling ease
- No-show terms
- Wave conditions
After-Hours Booking
Capture bookings 24/7.
- 24/7 phone answering
- Vacation planning
- Camp inquiries
- Gift certificates
- Never miss a booking