# South End Surf 'N Paddle

> Family-owned surf and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) shop, school, and outfitter located in Beach Haven, Long Beach Island (LBI), New Jersey. Offering surf lessons, paddleboard eco-tours, watersport rentals, surfboard repair, and local surf gear.

## Overview
South End Surf 'N Paddle is a community-centered surf shop and watersports outfitter in Beach Haven, NJ. Founded in 2010 and operated by local couple Matt and Kristen Bekelja, South End provides personalized surf coaching, paddleboard tours, gear rentals, board repairs, and community events on Long Beach Island.

## Locations & Contact
- **Main Surf Shop**: 220 S Bay Ave, Beach Haven, NJ 08008, USA
- **Watersports Rental Spot**: Bayview Park, 6805 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach Township, NJ
- **Phone**: (609) 492-8823 / (609) 492-TUBE
- **Email**: southendlbi@gmail.com
- **Website**: https://southendsurfnpaddle.com/

## Key Offerings & Experiences

### 1. Surf Lessons & Camps
- **Standard Surf Lessons**: 90-minute structured sessions focusing on ocean safety, popup mechanics, and wave riding (ages 6+).
- **Lil Grom Surf 'N Paddle Camp**: Designed for young beginners.
- **Big Grom Surf Camp**: Immersive surf experience for kids & teens ages 11–16.
- **Private Group Surf Lessons**: Customized surf coaching for families, friends, and private groups.

### 2. Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP)
- **Beach Haven SUP EcoTours**: 1 hour 45 minutes guided eco-tours across Barnegat Bay (ages 7+).
- **Sunset Paddle Board Experience**: 90-minute evening paddle tours taking in bay sunsets.
- **SUP Yoga Classes**: On-water fitness and yoga sessions on stand-up paddleboards.

### 3. Equipment Rentals
- **Surfboards**: Flexible options including Half-Day (4h - $25), Full-Day (8h - $40), 3-Day ($78), and 7-Day ($96) rentals for all skill levels.
- **Paddleboards & Kayaks**: Rentals available at Bayview Park (includes life jackets / PFDs).
- **Water Toys**: Inflatable floating toys available at Bayview Park.

### 4. Surfboard & Paddleboard Repair
- Professional repair services for polyurethane (PU) and EPS boards.
- Color-matching resin work, ding repairs, rail/tail fixes, and vintage board restorations.

### 5. Community & Special Programs
- **Hero's On Water**: 7 days a week, military veterans and first responders receive free surf lessons, paddle eco-tours, sunset paddle tours, and surfboard/kayak/paddleboard rentals.
- **South End Boardriders Club**: Free membership granting 10% off water experiences and in-store surf gear, plus exclusive event invitations.
- **Retail Surf Shop**: Stocking longboards, mid-lengths, skimboards, skateboards, wetsuits, apparel, sun protection, and lifestyle gear.

## Key Links
- [Experiences & Booking](https://southendsurfnpaddle.com/experiences/)
- [Surfboard Rentals](https://southendsurfnpaddle.com/rentals/surfboard-rentals/)
- [Board Repairs](https://southendsurfnpaddle.com/repair/)
- [About South End](https://southendsurfnpaddle.com/about/)
- [FAQs](https://southendsurfnpaddle.com/faqs/)
- [Contact Us](https://southendsurfnpaddle.com/contact-us/)