For a quintessential Ocracoke thing to do, grab a board and ride the waves. The pristine Ocracoke beach provides uninterrupted surfing and bodyboarding territory. The numerous watersports outfitters and recreation businesses on the island get customers outfitted with top-of-the-line boards and surf accessories. And if you’re a rookie looking to give the activity a try, equipment rentals are available by the hour, day or week. Many recreation businesses offer surfing lessons on the Ocracoke beach where friendly instructors share expert tips and tricks to enhance your abilities.
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Surfing & Bodyboarding in Ocracoke
486 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
Ride the Wind is one of the most popular places on Ocracoke to get you in touch with the beauty and fun that surrounds you on this magic little island. They provide a myriad of classes and adventures: guided kayak ecotours and rentals, surf camps, surf lessons and SUP Yoga. The guided sunrise, midday, sunset and full moon kayak ecotours accommodate up to 10 people and provide all necessary equipment and training. You should bring water shoes, water, a hat, sunglasses, insect repellent, sunscreen and a camera. These tours are very popular, so it's a good idea to make reservations in advance. You can also rent kayaks here for your own adventure. Ride the Wind introduces surfing and ocean safety through their group and private lesson programs. From June to early August, these group lessons are held Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9 to 11 a.m. and are designed for all ages. They will also arrange special camps for your group. All instructors are trained in ocean safety, first aid and CPR, and they use softboards to minimize the chance of injury. Ride the Wind also offers personal private lessons to get you started on your surfing journey. Lessons are scheduled individually or for your group in one-hour blocks. Their instructors are experienced surfers who live to spread the gospel of surfing. In SUP yoga you can flow through yoga poses as you enjoy the warmth of the sun, the smell of the salt air and your fingertips grazing the water as you float on your board. SUP Yoga challenges your balance and increases core stability. Classes are offered weekly. No experience is needed, but advance reservations are required.
Ride the Wind is one of the most popular places on Ocracoke to get you in touch with the beauty and fun that surrounds you on this magic little island. They provide a myriad of classes and adventures: guided kayak ecotours and rentals, surf camps, surf lessons and SUP Yoga. The guided sunrise, midday, sunset and full moon kayak ecotours accommodate up to 10 people and... read more
Ride the Wind is one of the most popular places on Ocracoke to get you... read more
Surfing & Bodyboarding in Ocracoke
486 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
Ride the Wind is one of the most popular places on Ocracoke to get you in touch with the beauty and fun that surrounds you on this magic little island. They provide a myriad of classes and adventures: guided kayak ecotours and rentals, surf camps, surf lessons and SUP Yoga. The guided sunrise, midday, sunset and full moon kayak ecotours accommodate up to 10 people and provide all necessary equipment and training. You should bring water shoes, water, a hat, sunglasses, insect repellent, sunscreen and a camera. These tours are very popular, so it's a good idea to make reservations in advance. You can also rent kayaks here for your own adventure. Ride the Wind introduces surfing and ocean safety through their group and private lesson programs. From June to early August, these group lessons are held Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9 to 11 a.m. and are designed for all ages. They will also arrange special camps for your group. All instructors are trained in ocean safety, first aid and CPR, and they use softboards to minimize the chance of injury. Ride the Wind also offers personal private lessons to get you started on your surfing journey. Lessons are scheduled individually or for your group in one-hour blocks. Their instructors are experienced surfers who live to spread the gospel of surfing. In SUP yoga you can flow through yoga poses as you enjoy the warmth of the sun, the smell of the salt air and your fingertips grazing the water as you float on your board. SUP Yoga challenges your balance and increases core stability. Classes are offered weekly. No experience is needed, but advance reservations are required.
Ride the Wind is one of the most popular places on Ocracoke to get you in touch with the beauty and fun that surrounds you on this magic little island. They provide a myriad of classes and adventures: guided kayak ecotours and rentals, surf camps, surf lessons and SUP Yoga. The guided sunrise, midday, sunset and full moon kayak ecotours accommodate up to 10 people and... read more
Ride the Wind is one of the most popular places on Ocracoke to get you... read more
Surfing & Bodyboarding in Ocracoke
Ocracoke’s beach has attracted increasing national attention as it worked its way up Dr. Beach’s acclaimed list of Best Beaches; he even named it America's #1 beach in 2007. The beach is wide and clean and there are plenty of spots where, with a little effort, you can enjoy it undisturbed by others. The ocean reaches high temperatures of 85 degrees F in the summer... read more
Surfing & Bodyboarding in Ocracoke
Beach Outfitters is part of Ocracoke Island Realty. They rent bikes, beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards and other convenience items too cumbersome to pack, such as baby highchairs, portable cribs and charcoal grills. Free delivery and pick-up is available for all orders more than $75 (Ocracoke Island delivery only). Orders less than $75 incur a $10 delivery charge. Advance orders allow the convenience of delivery and pick-up... read more
Surfing & Bodyboarding in Ocracoke
This funky island business across from the Community Square rents bikes, boogie boards and golf carts and sells a range of items in the yard. It's the home of the "Walkin' Tacos." Enjoy your lunch in the shade under the trees. This is a cash-only business.
